Overview
Enrollment
Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) is located in Richlands, Virginia, situated in the Appalachian region of Tazewell County. The 100-acre rural campus features modern academic buildings and technical facilities spread across a mountainside setting. Founded in 1967 as part of the Virginia Community College System, SWCC serves students from Buchanan, Dickenson, Russell, and Tazewell counties. The college offers associate degrees, certificates, and workforce development programs, with particular emphasis on healthcare, business administration, and technical education fields. SWCC maintains an open enrollment policy and provides both on-campus and distance learning options for its students.
Annual Cost to Attend
Virginia Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,990 |
| Other Fees | $113 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $4,900 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $7,800 |
| Total One Year Cost | $19,423 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,990 |
| Other Fees | $113 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $4,900 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $7,800 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,721 |
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 | 27% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 17% |
| Construction Trades | 7% |
| Engineering Technology | 3% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=233648 IPEDS survey data for Southwest Virginia Community College.
Current students may use the Southwest Virginia Community College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024