Established in 1970, SVCC is one of the 23 colleges in the Virginia Community College System. The Christanna Campus near Alberta and the John H. Daniel Campus near Keysville serve ten counties and one city - the largest community college service region in the state. In 1985, SVCC opened its Campus Without Walls in Emporia-Greensville, now named the Robert C. Wrenn Center.
School Highlights
Southside Virginia Community College serves 2,961 students (32% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 93%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 2,961 students
In-state tuition: $4,155
Out-state tuition: $9,993
Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
Minority enrollment: 96%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 212 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student population of Southside Virginia Community College has declined by 8% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has decreased from 15:1 over five years.
The Southside Virginia Community College diversity score of 0.59 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,961 students
1,544 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
940 students
599 students
# Part-Time Students
2,021 students
945 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
200 students
232 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
940 students
471 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
89 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,021 students
945 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
40 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
476 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
7%
% Asian
36%
19%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
4%
13%
% White
4%
7%
% Hawaiian
53%
48%
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4194%
0.4069%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3478%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$25,800
$29,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,155 is more than the state average of $3,748. The in-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,993 is more than the state average of $8,977. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,155
$3,748
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,993
$8,977
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
86%
78%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
59%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Southside Virginia Community College, a comprehensive community
college, has been providing quality education to the people of
Southside Virginia for over 27 years through a wide range of
post-secondary programs which includes university parallel,
technical, vocational and community service programs. Recognized
throughout the Commonwealth for the leadership it has provided in
the development of innovative programs, the college takes pride in
its community-based education approach to meeting the needs of
service area constituents. Southside Virginia Community College is
a comprehensive institution of higher education, offering programs
of instruction generally extending not more than two years beyond
high school. The college offers Occupational-Technical education,
Associate in Applied Science degree and University Parallel/College
Transfer Education. The college is accredited by the Commission on
Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to
award Associate degrees. SVCC is approved by the State Department
of Education for payment of veteran's benefits. The college is
supported by local, state and federal funds.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southside Virginia Community College cost?
Southside Virginia Community College's tuition is approximately $4,155 for In-State students and $9,993 for Out-State students.
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The nearest community college to Southside Virginia Community College is Halifax Community College (33.1 miles away)
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 2,961 students
In-state tuition: $4,155
Out-state tuition: $9,993
Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
Minority enrollment: 96%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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For Virginia public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,748 per year for in-state students and $8,977 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $15,590 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
