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Tidewater Community College

Norfolk, VA·Public·www.tcc.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Tidewater Community College is a public community college in Norfolk, VA. The nearest beach is about 17 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 98/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Tidewater Community College is a public community college in Norfolk, VA. The nearest beach is about 17 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 98/100 (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)
$4,680
In-State Tuition
+$881 fees
$9,978
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,586 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

10,000–19,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

17 miles

Virginia Beach, VA

Weather

Warm Climate

54°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

163 mi away
129 skiable acres5 lifts
171 mi away
82 skiable acres7 lifts

Nearest Beach

Virginia Beach, VA

Ocean access within 17.4 miles

17 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Norfolk, VA

41°Jan43°Feb49°Mar59°Apr67°May75°Jun80°Jul78°Aug72°Sep62°Oct51°Nov44°Dec

Station: NORFOLK SOUTH · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

98/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety989798
98/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
97/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
98/100
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
$4,680$9,978
Fees
$881$1,586
Total
$5,561$11,564
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

84 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
600 grads/yr$42,659
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
281 grads/yr$51,095
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
264 grads/yr$52,533
Social Sciences, GeneralAssociate's
202 grads/yr$41,334
Biological and Physical SciencesAssociate's
171 grads/yr$45,557

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

Computer and Information Sciences, General
Certificate19 grads$80,473
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's54 grads$78,996
Engineering, General
Associate's51 grads$76,492
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's85 grads$71,342
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
Associate's4 grads$69,811
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Associate's17 grads$67,415
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians
Certificate120 grads$66,662
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
Certificate37 grads$65,351
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Certificate49 grads$64,803
Accounting and Related Services
Certificate14 grads$60,390

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 Tidewater Community College located?

Tidewater Community College is located in Norfolk, VA. The main campus address is 121 College Place, Norfolk, VA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Tidewater Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Tidewater Community College charges $4,680/year for in-state students and $9,978/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $11,564/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Tidewater Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Tidewater Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Tidewater Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($9,978/year out-of-state), campus culture in Norfolk, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Tidewater Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Norfolk, VA
Size
10,000–19,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 54°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
98/100
Nearest Airport
Norfolk, VA (ORF) · 6 mialso NGU (6 mi), NTU (14 mi)

Location

Norfolk, 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.