Southside Virginia Community College Virginia

Rural Virginia community college serving 3,258 students with low tuition and general liberal arts programming.

College statistics

Address:
109 Campus Drive
Alberta, VA
23821
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Setting:
Rural
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Southside Virginia Community College is a public two-year institution located in Alberta, Virginia, serving the rural Southside region. The college offers general liberal arts and sciences coursework designed to prepare students for transfer to four-year institutions or entry into the workforce.

Total enrollment stands at 3,258 students. In-state tuition is $4,902 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $10,560. These costs reflect the college's role as an affordable entry point for higher education in rural Virginia.

As a community college, Southside Virginia functions primarily as a transfer pathway to bachelor's degree programs. This school works best for students seeking low-cost general education, those working while pursuing credentials, and learners preparing to move to four-year institutions. For more information about programs, admissions, and support services, visit the college's official website at https://www.southside.edu/.