Vance-Granville Community College
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 1,665 students.
About This School
Vance-Granville Community College is a public institution located in Henderson, North Carolina with approximately 1,665 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $3,286 per year. Typical graduates earn $26,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
Vance–Granville Community College (VGCC) is a public community college in Henderson, North Carolina. It is part of the North Carolina Community College System and serves Vance, Granville, Franklin, and Warren counties. It was established in 1969 by the North Carolina General Assembly as Vance County Technical Institute (VCTI). VGCC is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate degrees.
Worth considering if you're looking to minimize debt while earning a credential close to home — at just $4,534/year average net cost and a median graduation debt of only $4,750, this is one of the more affordable paths you'll find. That said, the median earnings of $26,200 a decade after enrollment are modest, so this makes the most sense as a stepping stone to a four-year transfer or a targeted vocational program rather than a final destination. Serving four counties in rural North Carolina, it's a practical, low-risk option for students who need flexibility and affordability, but go in with a clear plan.
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Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 13% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,665 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Vance-Granville Community College
200 Community College Road
Henderson, NC 27537
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
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