Virginia Highlands 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 1,335 students.
About This School
Virginia Highlands Community College is a public institution located in Abingdon, Virginia with approximately 1,335 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $5,112 per year. Typical graduates earn $28,600 within 10 years of enrollment.
Virginia Highlands Community College is a public community college in Abingdon, Virginia. It is part of the Virginia Community College System. The college was established November 30, 1967 to serve the residents of Washington County, western Smyth County, and the city of Bristol. Over 3,000 students are enrolled each semester.
Worth considering if you're looking for an affordable entry point into higher education — at just $5,112/year after aid, the cost is genuinely low. That said, the median earnings of $28,600 a decade after enrollment are modest, so this makes the most sense as a stepping stone toward a four-year transfer or a specific local career rather than a standalone credential. It's a solid community option for Washington County and Bristol-area students who want to keep costs down while staying close to home.
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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 (1,335 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Virginia Highlands Community College
100 VHCC Drive
Abingdon, VA 24212-0828
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