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Mountain Gateway Community College

Clifton Forge, VA·Public·www.mgcc.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Mountain Gateway Community College is a public community college in Clifton Forge, VA. Ski resorts are within 42 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 92/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Mountain Gateway Community College is a public community college in Clifton Forge, VA. Ski resorts are within 42 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 92/100 (Very 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
+$90 fees
$9,918
Out-of-State Tuition
+$795 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Rural setting

Weather

Warm Climate

47°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

The Omni Homestead Resort

Virginia

13 mi away
42 skiable acres2 lifts
Snowshoe

West Virginia

42 mi away
257 skiable acres12 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Clifton Forge, VA

32°Jan35°Feb42°Mar52°Apr61°May69°Jun73°Jul71°Aug65°Sep54°Oct43°Nov36°Dec

Station: COVINGTON FILTER PLANT · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

92/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety10073100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
73/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
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
$90$795
Total
$4,710$10,713
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

38 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
98 grads/yr$40,734
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
69 grads/yr$41,082
Electrical and Power Transmission InstallersCertificate
35 grads/yr
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsCertificate
33 grads/yr$56,474
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
32 grads/yr

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

Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate12 grads$66,731
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate33 grads$56,474
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's69 grads$41,082
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate98 grads$40,734
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Certificate35 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's32 grads
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
Certificate17 grads
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate11 grads
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's11 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Certificate8 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 Mountain Gateway Community College located?

Mountain Gateway Community College is located in Clifton Forge, VA. The main campus address is 1000 College Drive, Clifton Forge, VA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Mountain Gateway Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Mountain Gateway 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 $10,713/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Mountain Gateway Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Mountain Gateway Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Mountain Gateway 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 Clifton Forge, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Mountain Gateway Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Clifton Forge, VA
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 47°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
92/100
Nearest Airport
Lewisburg, WV (LWB) · 30 mialso ROA (34 mi), LYH (49 mi)

Location

Clifton Forge, 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.