Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Alberta, Virginia |
| Online | southside.edu |
| School Type | Public 2 Year |
| Setting | Distant Rural |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | No |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC) serves a rural area spanning ten counties in southern Virginia, with its main campus located in Alberta and a second campus in Keysville. The Alberta campus features modern classroom buildings and technical training facilities spread across a wooded setting. Established in 1970 as part of the Virginia Community College System, SVCC provides career training, transfer programs, and workforce development services to the region. The college offers associate degrees and certificates in fields including nursing, business administration, information technology, and industrial maintenance technology, with many programs designed to support local industry needs. Students primarily commute to campus, though the college maintains partnerships with local employers to provide apprenticeships and work-study opportunities.
Annual Cost to Attend
Virginia Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,136 |
| Other Fees | $75 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $7,355 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,206 |
| Total One Year Cost | $19,392 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,136 |
| Other Fees | $75 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $7,355 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,206 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,690 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 36% |
| Health Professions | 20% |
| Transportation and Materials Moving | 14% |
| Mechanic and Repair Technologies | 7% |
| Business | 5% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=233639 IPEDS survey data for Southside Virginia Community College.
Current students may use the Southside Virginia Community College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024