Why choose Virginia Western?
Tuition
Virginia Western students spend on average $9,079 less in annual tuition than 4-year college students.
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Over 30 public and private colleges in Virginia have guaranteed admissions agreements with the VCCS.
Employment
86% of reporting VWCC graduates are employed full time, with an average annual salary of $43,744.
Did you Know?
“From the first settlers who came to our shores, from the first American Indian families who befriended them, men and women have worked together to build this Nation. Too often, the women were unsung and sometimes their contributions went unnoticed. But the achievements, leadership, courage, strength, and love of the women who built America was as vital as that of the men whose names we know so well.” – President Jimmy Carter
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VWCC News
News from Virginia Western
- Health Professions Summit at Virginia Western inspires local high school students March 5, 2025Virginia Western Community College hosted a one-day Health Professions Summit on Friday, February 28, 2025, welcoming 90 high school students from Salem, Roanoke, Roanoke County and Franklin County. The event aimed to provide students with hands-on experiences and realistic exposure to a range of healthcare professions. Health Professions Dean Marty Sullivan welcomed the students, highlighting… […]
- Virginia Western student addresses Legislative Reception in Richmond February 27, 2025Virginia Western student Nick Flurnoy was the featured student speaker at the Virginia Foundation for Community College Education’s Legislative Reception on Jan. 21 at the Jefferson Hotel in Richmond. Continue Reading Virginia Western student addresses Legislative Reception in Richmond The post Virginia Western student addresses Legislative Reception in Richmond appeared first on News from Virginia […]
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My experience at VA Western was excellent. The flexibility of the classes made it possible for me to earn an Associate’s degree over the course of two pregnancies. Additionally, once I finished my degree I was able to seamlessly transfer to a four-year institution where I went on to complete a Bachelor’s degree. My time at VA Western gave me the confidence and education I needed to make that goal possible. I will always think back fondly on those years!
Tuition-Free College?
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