Graduation Rate

Majors Available

Retention Rate

Academics

Student-to-Faculty Ratio

Academics Summary

Activities

Extracurricular

The sports programs offered and athletic scholarships available are below.

Sports

Housing Options

Housing

$name$ is in $campusSetting$ setting and has $numUndergrads$ undergraduate students.|  Campus housing costs an average of $avgHousingCost$ a year.| $name$ competes in $sportsLevel$ sports.

Campus Life

Go to Net Cost Calculator

Next Steps

View Online Application

Visit College Website

Enrollment

Race and Ethnicity

Student Primary Residence

Student Body

Note: College profiles are based primarily on information supplied by the colleges themselves through participation in College Board's BigFuture College Profiles higher education data collection portal, with some data provided via federal and state agencies. Costs, dates, policies, and programs are subject to change, so please confirm important facts with college admission personnel.

$DATA-schoolname$ is $DATA-selectivity$ with an acceptance rate of $DATA-percentage$. Students that get in generally have an SAT score between $DATA-satscore$ or an ACT score of $DATA-actscore$.

After scholarships and grants, $costSchoolName$ costs $costAmount$.

Your net price is a college’s cost of attendance minus the grants and scholarships you receive. The net price you pay for a particular college is specific to you because it's based on your personal circumstances and the college’s financial aid policies. Use the college’s Net Price calculator for the most accurate estimate of your net price.

The student who has reason to believe that previous educational studies, training programs, or work experience may entitle him or her to an adjustment in the course requirements for a particular curriculum should contact the Coordinator of Enrollment Services to determine procedures before registering for classes.

Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General

Regional Studies (U.S., Canadian, Foreign)

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design

Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General

Engineering, General

Surveying Engineering

Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician

Industrial Technology/Technician

Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician

Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other

Child Care Provider/Assistant

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other

Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management, General

Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management

Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration

Construction Trades, General

Electrician

Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician

Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician

Welding Technology/Welder

Precision Metal Working, Other

Music, General

Visual and Performing Arts, Other

Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician

Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other

Occupational Therapist Assistant

Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)

Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, Other

Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician

Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling

Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other

Opticianry/Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other

Accounting and Related Services, Other

Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other

Hospitality Administration/Management, General

Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) is one of 23 comprehensive community colleges in the Virginia Community College System (VCCS). SWCC's mission is to provide quality educational and cultural enrichment opportunities for lifelong learners, workforce and community. Established in 1967 with the appointment of its first local College Board, the college's first class began in the fall of 1968. SWCC serves the counties of Buchanan, Tazewell, Russell and part of Dickenson. As its vision statement reflects, "SWCC transforms lives, strengthens communities and inspires excellence." Its core values are student-centered learning, student success, and excellence in educational rigor as well as inclusiveness and collaboration with the community partners it serves. In Academic Year (AY) 2020-2021, SWCC had a total headcount of 2,996 students, and a total of 1,640 full-time equivalent students (FTES; Annual 30 Credits). Southwest Virginia Community College's enrollment has increased over the last two years due to a forward thinking president and the addition of an athletic program. Of the students attending Virginia higher education institutions in SWCC's service area, approximately sixty percent (60%) attend SWCC. SWCC's AY 2020-2021 student profile program classification reveals approximately 26% were enrolled in transfer-oriented degree programs, 20% were enrolled in career/technical degree programs, 15% were enrolled in certificate and diploma programs, 9% were enrolled in career studies certificates and 30% were noncurricular students in credit classes. Twenty-nine percent were fulltime students and 71% were part-time. Sixty-five percent of SWCC students were under the age of 22. Thirty-four percent were male and 66% were female. Eighty-nine percent of the students who were program-placed received some form of financial assistance.

Southwest Virginia Community College

Average Aid Packages Awarded

The typical amount of loans a student must pay back.

Debt at Graduation

Scholarships and grants don’t need to be paid back.

Need-Based Scholarship or Grant Award

Need-Based Loan Amount

Non-Need-Based Aid

Aid Package Details

Freshmen With Need and Received Financial Aid

Percent of Need Met

Students Receiving Financial Aid

Distribution Details

Tuition at time of first enrollment guaranteed only to students making advance payment

Tuition Guarantee Plans

Tuition Payment Options

Financial aid can include grants, loans, scholarships and work-study jobs. Financial aid packages vary depending on your financial need. Most colleges determine financial need based on your FAFSA.

Financial Aid

The last day to apply for financial aid or turn in related paperwork.

Application Due

When students receive a letter with the amount and types of aid the college is offering.

Notification Date

Applications received prior to this date will be given the strongest consideration. Still apply for financial aid if you don’t make this due date.

Priority Application Due

The deadline for students to respond to the college’s aid offer.

Response Due

Dates are subject to change, so confirm important deadlines by <a href="$website$" target="_blank">visiting the college website</a>.

Dates are subject to change, so confirm important deadlines by visiting the college website.

Financial Aid Dates

Calculate Your Expected Family Contribution

Apply for Aid with CSS Profile

How to Apply for Federal Aid

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

Find Scholarships

Search and match with over thousands of scholarships available.

Find Scholarships Matched to Your Background.

Costs

Books and Supplies

Personal Expenses

Average Net Price by Household Income

In-State Tuition

$75-110k

<$30k

$30-48k

$48-75k

Net Price Calculator

$110k+

Your net price is a college’s cost of attendance minus the grants and scholarships you receive. The net price you pay for a particular college is specific to you because it’s based on your personal circumstances and the college’s financial aid policies. Use the college’s Net Price calculator for the most accurate estimate of your net price.

Southwest Virginia Community College

Academics

AP Credit Policy

Study Options

Majors and Degrees

Need Help Choosing a Major?

Special Academics Program