Southside Virginia Community College
Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC) is located in Alberta, Virginia with the second campus being located in Keysville. There are also various off-campus sites where students will be able to seek education. SVCC was founded back in 1970 and it is a member of the Virginia Community College System. Students can seek associate’s degrees, certificates, and diplomas at this school. There are even online class options for those who need more flexible scheduling situations. SVCC is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
The SVCC nursing program gives students an opportunity to pursue associate’s degrees in nursing or certificates in practical nursing. All nursing students will receive a comprehensive education that will allow them to provide for the needs of patients in many medical settings. SVCC has a robust nursing lab where students can hone their skills and learn. The associate’s degree in nursing program is fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Both nursing programs are fully approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleDistant Rural |
| Number of Students3,611 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio27:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level2-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus Housing- |
| Retention Rate70% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate's degree | 0 | 36 |
| Certificate | 4 | 201 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 13 |
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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 | $142/credit | |
| In State Students | $142/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $318/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 | $6,390 | $6,390 | $14,310 |
| ADN | 70 | $9,940 | $9,940 | $22,260 |
| BSN | 125 | $17,750 | $17,750 | $39,750 |
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 Southside Virginia 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 | 67% | $4,424 |
| Other Federal Grant | 36% | $274 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 61% | $1,754 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 29% | $1,319 |
| Federal Student Loans | -- | -- |
| Private Loans | -- | -- |
$8,403
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$8,018 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$8,245 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$8,456 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$9,602 |
| Over $110,000-- |
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Student Population
3,611
Undergrads
0
Graduates
2,275
Women
1,336
Men
32%
Full-time
68%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
|
White |
58% |
|
Black/African American |
33% |
|
Two or more races |
3% |
|
Hispanic |
3% |
|
Asian |
1% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
1% |
|
Non-resident alien |
0% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
Relevant scholarships
- Nurses Scholarship - American Legion Auxiliary Department of virginia
- Mary Virginia Macrae Memorial Merit Award
- American Legion Auxiliary Department of Virginia Past Presidents Parley Nurses Scholarship
- Edward J. and Virginia M. Routhier Nursing Scholarship
- Genevieve Saran Richmond Award
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Virginia state board of nursing.
