Central Virginia Community College

  • 2 Year
  • Lynchburg, VA
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Overview

Total enrollment

3,481
Central Virginia Community College overview
Central Virginia Community College overview
  • Size Mid-size
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing No
  • Level of Study Undergrad

Central Virginia Community College (CVCC) is located in Lynchburg, Virginia, situated on 102 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The main campus features modern academic buildings and technical facilities spread across a suburban setting, serving students from the greater Lynchburg metropolitan area and surrounding counties. Founded in 1966 as part of the Virginia Community College System, CVCC offers associate degrees, certificates, and workforce credential programs, with particular emphasis on technical education, healthcare programs, and business administration. The college maintains transfer agreements with many four-year institutions in Virginia, including Liberty University and the University of Lynchburg, while also providing career training programs that serve local industry needs. The campus includes specialized facilities for machine tool operations, computer labs, and healthcare simulation centers to support its technical and professional programs.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Open Admission

Annual Cost to Attend

Virginia Resident Tuition

$5,157

Out of State Resident Tuition

$11,595

Breakdown

In State Costs for Central Virginia Community College
  • Tuition $5,157
  • Books and Supplies $1,932
  • Other Fees $255
  • Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $12,039
  • Budget for Other Expenses $3,822
  • Total One Year Cost $23,205

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$29,000 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Central Virginia Community College are Liberal Arts and Humanities, Health Professions, and Engineering Technology. 59% of students major in Liberal Arts and Humanities, 16% in Health Professions, and 6% in Engineering Technology.

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities 59%
  • Health Professions 16%
  • Engineering Technology 6%
  • Business 6%
  • Engineering 3%

Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=231697.

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Last updated: August 2026