Tidewater Community College Virginia

Public two-year college in Norfolk serving nearly 16,000 students with low in-state tuition and transfer pathways.

College statistics

Address:
121 College Place
Norfolk, VA
23510
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.tcc.edu/
Setting:
City
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Lower Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Tidewater Community College is a public two-year institution in Norfolk, Virginia, offering liberal arts and sciences coursework to a large commuter population. The college serves the Hampton Roads region with accessible, open-enrollment education designed for students pursuing associate degrees or preparing to transfer to four-year institutions.

Annual in-state tuition is $4,962 and out-of-state tuition is $10,620, with total cost of attendance matching tuition alone. The college enrolls nearly 16,000 students across its programs, reflecting its role as a major regional access point for higher education in southeastern Virginia.

This college works well for students seeking affordable coursework before transferring, working adults managing schedules with a commuter-friendly urban location, and those exploring academic paths before committing to a four-year degree. Ask about articulation agreements with local universities and support services for first-generation students. For more information, visit www.tcc.edu/.