Central Virginia Community College
Central Virginia Community College is a Public, 2-4 years located in Lynchburg, VA. Central Virginia Community College is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
- The 2025 tuition & fees of Central Virginia Community College is $5,157 for Virginia residents and $11,595 for out-of-state residents where the average tuition & fees of all community colleges is $8,737.
- The tuition & fees has increased by 5.40% from last year at Central Virginia CC.
- Total 3,481 students have enrolled in Central Virginia CC and, of that, 1,127 students enrolled online exclusively.
- Central Virginia CC offers 59 programs and 1 programs are available in online classes.
- The graduation rate of Central Virginia CC is 45% where the average graduation rate of all community colleges is 40.6%.
2025 Tuition & fees & Increase Rate
The 2025 tuition & fees at Central Virginia Community College is $5,157 for Virginia residents and $11,595 for out-of-state students. The tuition & fees has increased by 5.40% from last year. The next table shows the 2025 tuition & fees and the tuition trends over last 5 years.
You can check and view more costs information including living costs, books & supplies, and tuition per credit hour at Cost of Attendance page
| Year | Virginia Residents | Out-of-State Students |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $4,838 | $10,841 |
| 2022 | $4,838 | $10,841 |
| 2023 | $4,853 | $10,856 |
| 2024 | $4,998 | $11,001 |
| 2025 | $5,157 | $11,595 |
Offered Degrees and Major Programs
Central Virginia Community College offers 57 major programs through 1 Year Certificate, 1-2 Years Certificate, 2-4 Years Certificate, Associate, degrees/programs. Of that, 1 programs are offered via distance learning (online classes).
You can view all major programs offered at Central Virginia Community College at Area of Study & Major Program page with completer and earning after graduation information.
| Number of Programs | Number of Online Programs | |
|---|---|---|
| Associate | 18 | 1 |
| 1-2 Years certificates | 9 | 0 |
| 2-4 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 57 | 1 |
| Program Name | Number of Completers |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (other) | 271 |
| Precision Metal Working (other) | 19 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | 11 |
| Cooking and Related Culinary Arts | 10 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions (other) | 0 |
| Program Name | Number of Completers |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | 281 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations (other) | 20 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | 12 |
| Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer | 12 |
| Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration | 10 |
Student Population
Total 3,481 students have enrolled to Central Virginia Community College. By gender, there are 1,446 male and 2,035 female students are attending the school. The male to female ratio is 0.71 to 1.
Central Virginia Community College offers online degree/certificate programs and 1,127 students enrolled in online programs. You can check and view more student population by gender, race, age, and online enrollment at enrollment data page
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Asian | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Black or African American | 720 | 224 | 496 |
| Hispanic | 213 | 100 | 113 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| White | 2,136 | 951 | 1,185 |
| Two or More Races | 223 | 73 | 150 |
| Race/Ethnicity Unknown | 71 | 48 | 23 |
| Total | 3,481 | 1,446 | 2,035 |
Important Academic Statistics
The graduation rate at Central Virginia Community College is 45% and the transfer-out rate is 13%. The average financial aid amount is $4,296 and 48% of students received grant aid (any source). The next table shows the important statistics at the school.
| Graduation Rate | 45% |
|---|---|
| Transfer-out Rate | 13% |
| Retention Rate | 64% |
| Financial Aid Amount | $4,296 |
| Students to Faculty Ratio | 18 to 1 |
| Number of Faculty (full-time) | 63 |
| Number of Staff (full-time) | 163 |