Is Central Virginia Community College worth it?
Central Virginia Community College is a public, two-year institution in Lynchburg, Virginia (small city). It awarded 1,816 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing, liberal arts and sciences and welding technology.
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Federal context for Central Virginia Community College
Published by the federal government for federally aided students. It does not say which employers hire graduates.
Median earnings 1 year after
$35,672
Median earnings 4 years after
$45,157
Median earnings 10 years after
$36,627
Average net price
$6,928
Completion rate
45%
Completions (2024)
1,816
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
2,249
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $32,649 | $49,943 | 108 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Undergraduate certificate | $18,625 | $38,549 | 69 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $19,393 | $40,187 | 67 |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $37,281 | $54,998 | 38 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $49,653 | $60,602 | 32 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $36,254 | $48,054 | 21 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Engineering, General | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 443 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 346 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 299 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 90 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 73 |
| Precision Metal Working, Other | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 62 |
| Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 59 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, Other | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 44 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 30 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 28 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 23% | 1,745 |
| Manufacturing | 20% | 1,548 |
| Retail Trade | 11% | 877 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 7% | 547 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 6% | 444 |
| Public Administration | 5% | 365 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 363 |
| Construction | 5% | 360 |
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Sources: federal figures for Central Virginia Community College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Virginia. Counts under 10 are not published.
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