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Virginia Highlands Community College

Abingdon, VA·Public·www.vhcc.edu/

Campus Identity

Virginia Highlands Community College is a public community college in Abingdon, VA. Ski resorts are within 40 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 89/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Virginia Highlands Community College is a public community college in Abingdon, VA. Ski resorts are within 40 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 89/100 (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
+$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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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Suburban setting

Ski Access

36 miles

Beech Mountain Resort

Weather

Warm Climate

49°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Beech Mountain Resort

North Carolina

36 mi away
95 skiable acres8 lifts
Hawksnest Snow Tubing

North Carolina

40 mi away
Sugar Mountain Resort

North Carolina

40 mi away
125 skiable acres8 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Abingdon, VA

35°Jan38°Feb45°Mar54°Apr63°May70°Jun74°Jul73°Aug67°Sep56°Oct45°Nov38°Dec

Station: ABINGDON 3 S · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

89/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety8784100
87/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
84/100
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

44 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
139 grads/yr$38,920
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
99 grads/yr$36,485
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
77 grads/yr$73,295
Electrical and Power Transmission InstallersCertificate
47 grads/yr$45,108
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
46 grads/yr$38,088

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's77 grads$73,295
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate19 grads$65,524
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's8 grads$49,569
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate10 grads$45,727
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Certificate47 grads$45,108
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Associate's18 grads$43,026
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's139 grads$38,920
Precision Metal Working
Certificate46 grads$38,088
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate99 grads$36,485
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Associate's7 grads$32,007

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 Virginia Highlands Community College located?

Virginia Highlands Community College is located in Abingdon, VA. The main campus address is 100 VHCC Drive, Abingdon, VA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

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

For the 2023–24 academic year, Virginia Highlands 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 Virginia Highlands Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Virginia Highlands Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Virginia Highlands 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 Abingdon, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Virginia Highlands Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Abingdon, VA
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 49°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
89/100
Nearest Airport
Blountville, TN (TRI) · 27 mialso BLF (60 mi), HKY (74 mi)

Location

Abingdon, 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.