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Central Virginia Community College

Lynchburg, VA·Public·www.centralvirginia.edu/

Campus Identity

Central Virginia Community College is a public community college in Lynchburg, VA. Ski resorts are within 41 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 82/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Central Virginia Community College is a public community college in Lynchburg, VA. Ski resorts are within 41 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 82/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$4,620
In-State Tuition
+$218 fees
$9,918
Out-of-State Tuition
+$923 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

174 miles

Cape Charles, VA

Weather

Warm Climate

50°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

41 mi away
129 skiable acres5 lifts
The Omni Homestead Resort

Virginia

56 mi away
42 skiable acres2 lifts

Nearest Beach

Cape Charles, VA

Ocean access within 174.4 miles

174 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Lynchburg, VA

36°Jan39°Feb46°Mar56°Apr64°May72°Jun76°Jul75°Aug68°Sep57°Oct47°Nov39°Dec

Station: LYNCHBURG REGIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

82/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety7510072
75/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
72/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$4,620$9,918
Fees
$218$923
Total
$4,838$10,841
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

43 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
281 grads/yr$40,187
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
271 grads/yr$38,549
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
152 grads/yr$54,998
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsCertificate
91 grads/yr$48,054
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingCertificate
77 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Precision Metal Working
Other$66,407
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's32 grads$60,602
Precision Metal Working
Certificate152 grads$54,998
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Certificate grads$49,943
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate91 grads$48,054
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's281 grads$40,187
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate271 grads$38,549
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Certificate77 grads
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Certificate26 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's20 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Central Virginia Community College located?

Central Virginia Community College is located in Lynchburg, VA. The main campus address is 3506 Wards Rd, Lynchburg, VA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Central Virginia Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Central Virginia Community College charges $4,620/year for in-state students and $9,918/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $10,841/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Central Virginia Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Central Virginia Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Central Virginia Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($9,918/year out-of-state), campus culture in Lynchburg, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Central Virginia Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Central Virginia Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Lynchburg, VA
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 50°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
82/100
Nearest Airport
Lynchburg, VA (LYH) · 2 mialso ROA (44 mi), DAN (55 mi)

Location

Lynchburg, VA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.