New River Community College

  • 2 Year
  • Dublin, VA
  • 0 reviews

Overview

Total enrollment

4,254
New River Community College overview
New River Community College overview
  • Size Mid-size
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing No
  • Level of Study Undergrad

New River Community College is a public two-year institution located in Dublin, Virginia, situated in the New River Valley region approximately 45 minutes southwest of Roanoke. The main campus occupies 100 acres in a rural setting near Interstate 81, with an additional satellite location in Christiansburg. The college serves the counties of Floyd, Giles, Montgomery, Pulaski, and the City of Radford through comprehensive academic and workforce development programs. NRCC offers associate degrees, certificates, and career studies programs, with notable strengths in engineering technology, nursing, business administration, and information technology. The campus features modern classroom facilities, technical laboratories, and a recently renovated student services building to support its commuter student population.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Open Admission

Annual Cost to Attend

Virginia Resident Tuition

$4,979

Out of State Resident Tuition

$11,417

Breakdown

In State Costs for New River Community College
  • Tuition $4,979
  • Books and Supplies $2,000
  • Other Fees $77
  • Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $8,000
  • Budget for Other Expenses $6,000
  • Total One Year Cost $21,056

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$33,400 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at New River Community College are Liberal Arts and Humanities, Health Professions, and Business. 44% of students major in Liberal Arts and Humanities, 16% in Health Professions, and 14% in Business.

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities 44%
  • Health Professions 16%
  • Business 14%
  • Engineering Technology 6%
  • Mechanic and Repair Technologies 6%

Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=232867.

GPA calculator: New River Community College GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026