Chattahoochee Valley Community College
Chattahoochee Valley Community College (CVCC) is one of many proud 2-year colleges that can be found in Alabama. This is a small college that is located in the rural town of Phenix City. Those who are seeking a more intimate learning environment will enjoy its smaller class sizes and potential for hands-on learning. This college was founded in 1973 and it only offers undergraduate programs. The campus size is approximately 80 acres, and it has 9 buildings along with athletic fields. There is no on-campus housing for students, so off-site housing arrangements will have to be made.
Nursing programs that are offered at this institution include LPN, ADN, and LPN to ADN. This is a diverse college with an open admission policy. It will allow students to earn 2-year degrees and is a fully accredited university in affiliation with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges. The school also has several specific nursing accreditations which add prestige to the program. With a student to faculty ratio of 16:1, this school is a great option for those who wish to receive more personal attention during their education. There are many extracurricular activities that the students will be able to participate in, and the school has a reputation for being a good place to receive a robust education.
Institution Overview
Campus LocaleFringe Rural |
Number of Students1,424 |
Student to Faculty Ratio16:1 |
Is Admission OpenYes |
Religious Affiliation - |
Level2-year |
TypePublic |
On Campus Housing- |
Retention Rate55% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
Number of Graduates | ||
---|---|---|
Degree type | Men | Women |
Associate's degree | 4 | 39 |
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 6 |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges 01/01/1976 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 06/01/1981 - 07/09/2009 |
Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 10/01/2012 - Current |
Nursing (PNUR) - Practical nursing programs ACEN 10/01/2012 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateCost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
Undergrad courses | ||
---|---|---|
In District Students | $119/credit | |
In State Students | $119/credit | |
Out of State Students | $238/credit |
Graduate courses | ||
---|---|---|
In District Students | - | |
In State Students | - | |
Out of State Students | - |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
---|---|---|---|---|
LPN | 45 | $5,355 | $5,355 | $10,710 |
ADN | 70 | $8,330 | $8,330 | $16,660 |
BSN | 125 | $14,875 | $14,875 | $29,750 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 92% of Chattahoochee Valley Community College's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
---|---|---|
Pell Grant | 64% | $4,679 |
Other Federal Grant | 3% | $570 |
State Grant & Scholarships | 1% | $525 |
Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 54% | $4,466 |
Federal Student Loans | 15% | $5,226 |
Private Loans | -- | -- |
$1,234
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
Less than $30,000$769 |
$30,001 to $48,000-- |
$48,001 to $75,000-- |
$75,001 to $110,000-- |
Over $110,000-- |
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Student Population
1,424
Undergrads
0
Graduates
857
Women
567
Men
58%
Full-time
42%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
White |
48% |
Black/African American |
41% |
Hispanic |
6% |
Two or more races |
3% |
Asian |
1% |
Race/ethnicity unknown |
1% |
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
Non-resident alien |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Alabama state board of nursing.