School Overview

The maximum program length is 2 to 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Associate's degree. Virginia Western Community College is a public school.

Contacting the School

3093 Colonial Ave
Roanoke, VA 24018
Main Phone: (540) 857-7311
Web Site: www.virginiawestern.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 8,653 (full-time equivalent) students.

Minority enrollment included African-American (825)%, Hispanic (198)%, Asian (107)%, and Native American (27)%.

Degree Programs

Agribusiness

• Agricultural Business And Management

• Administrative And Secretarial
• Business
• Business Administration
• Information Technology

• Communications Technology And Technician

• General Education
• Special Education

• General Engineering

• Architectural Engineering Technology
• Civil Engineering Technology
• Electronic And Computer Technology
• Environmental Control
• Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Other Engineering Technology And Technician

• Dental Laboratory And Dental Hygienist
• Medical Diagnostics Technician
• Mental Health
• Nursing

• Social Sciences

• Liberal Arts

• Biological And Physical Sciences

• Printing Press Operator

• Specialized Criminal Justice And Fire Safety

Special Student Services

Academic Services

• Remedial assistance
• AP credits
• Credit for life experience
• Weekend college
• Distance learning options

Financial Flexibility

• Student employment services
• Career counseling
• Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

Admission Requirements