College statistics
- Address:
- 100 VHCC Drive
Abingdon, VA
24212 - Sector Group:
- Public 2-Year
- Official Website:
- www.vhcc.edu/
- Setting:
- Suburb
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $4,902
- Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
- $10,560
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $4,734,289
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Higher Access, Medium Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Virginia Highlands Community College is a public two-year institution located in Abingdon, Virginia, serving the southwestern region of the state. The college enrolls approximately 2,052 students and focuses on liberal arts and sciences, general studies, and humanities coursework, providing an accessible entry point for students seeking foundational education and career preparation.
In-state tuition is $4,902 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $10,560. The total cost of attendance mirrors tuition figures, making Virginia Highlands one of the most affordable pathways into higher education for students in the region. The college serves a diverse student population seeking flexible, affordable options for the first two years of college study.
As a community college, Virginia Highlands functions primarily as a transfer institution, enabling students to complete general education requirements and foundational coursework before moving to a four-year university to complete a bachelor's degree. The college works best for students seeking low-cost entry into higher education, those balancing work and study, and students preparing for transfer to larger institutions. For more information, visit www.vhcc.edu/.