NORTHERN VIRGINIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (NVCC)
- 4001 Wakefield Chapel Rd
- Annandale, VA 22003
- OPEID College Code: 00372700
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- General Phone: (703) 323-3000
- President: Robert G. Templin, Jr.
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 46,619
- College Alias: NVCC, NOVA
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Commonly referred to as NOVA, the Northern Virginia Community College is the second-largest community college in the country. The main campus alone, located in Annandale, is built over almost 80 acres in addition to 8 other campus sites and educational centers in different localities. NOVA was founded in 1964 as the Northern Virginia Technical College, serving almost 800 students in a single location. At present, there are about 90,000 students enrolled in both credit and non-credit courses across all campuses.
The Annandale campus is home to over 20,000 students enrolled in various courses among the following academic divisions: Math, Science and Engineering; Business and Public Services; Languages and Literature; and Liberal Arts. The campus is also known for offering certificate courses in Human Resource Management and Advanced Forensic Investigation. Programs for skills improvement and organizational learning are handled by the Office of Workforce Development and Continuing Education.
NOVA aims to have its students earn the necessary credits for acceptance into four-year colleges. In line with this goal, the Pathway to the Baccalaureate Program was designed to provide assistance to outstanding high school students in Northern Virginia in transitioning from secondary to higher education. Priority in enrolling at NOVA with financial assistance is granted as well as guidance on seeking placement with other universities. Completion of an associate degree program with a 2.5 GPA guarantees admission to the George Mason University (GMU).
Annandale's Student Services Center also provides special assistance to international students, military service members, and veterans. All students have access to various facilities including the Ernst Community Cultural Center, a facility featuring a theater, art gallery, gymnasium, and several function halls.
Participation in intercollegiate athletic events and other non-academic pursuits is highly encouraged, particularly in basketball, soccer, ice hockey, and volleyball. Tournaments and intramural events are organized by the Student Activities Office, aiming to highlight the importance of recreation and extra-curricular activities in further development of a student's competencies.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.nvcc.edu

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- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Suburban-Serving Multicampus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Very Large Two-Year

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- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
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- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 35%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 11% | 20% | 26% | 9% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,028 | $3,638 | $664 | $971 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 7.3% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Number in Default | 100 | 36 | 33 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,367 | 892 | 699 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $2,523 | $2,294 | $2,084 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $2,523 | $2,294 | $2,084 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $6,957 | $6,562 | $6,351 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,076 | $5,810 | $5,700 |
| Other Expenses | $6,324 | $5,590 | $5,146 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $6,324 | $5,590 | $5,146 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $3,723 | $3,494 | $3,084 |
| In-State | $3,723 | $3,494 | $3,084 |
| Out of State | $8,157 | $7,762 | $7,351 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $16,123 | $14,894 | $13,930 |
| In-State | $16,123 | $14,894 | $13,930 |
| Out of State | $20,557 | $19,162 | $18,197 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $10,047 | $8,564 | $8,230 |
| In-State | $10,047 | $8,564 | $8,230 |
| Out of State | $14,481 | $12,832 | $12,497 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 46,619 Undergraduate: 46,619
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 21,861 Female: 24,758
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 21,861 Female: 24,758
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 17,350 Part-Time: 29,269
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 17,350 Part-Time: 29,269
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 1,691 | 4% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 3,120 | 7% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 1,994 | 4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 11,314 | 24% |
| Ages 20-21 | 8,039 | 17% |
| Ages 22-24 | 6,833 | 15% |
| Ages 25-29 | 6,722 | 14% |
| Ages 30-34 | 3,608 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 2,550 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 3,305 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1,893 | 4% |
| Age Over 65 | 361 | 0.8% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 2,896 | 1,457 | 1,439 |
| Faculty Status | 1,980 | 584 | 1,396 |
| Tenured Faculty | 11 | 11 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 1,980 | 584 | 1,396 |
| Primarily Instruction | 1,980 | 584 | 1,396 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 122 | 122 | - |
| Other Professionals | 287 | 281 | 6 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 507 | 470 | 37 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 90 | 78 | 12 |
| Skilled Crafts | 65 | 63 | 2 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 63 | 63 | - |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $61,853 (575) | $63,599 (256) | $60,452 (319) |
| Professor | $73,727 (134) | $75,162 (71) | $72,111 (63) |
| Associate Professor | $65,627 (130) | $67,079 (55) | $64,563 (75) |
| Assistant Professor | $58,136 (190) | $58,540 (84) | $57,816 (106) |
| Instructor | $50,483 (121) | $50,829 (46) | $50,271 (75) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $75,675 (9) | $69,572 (2) | $77,419 (7) |
| Associate Professor | $86,971 (1) | - (-) | $86,971 (1) |
| Assistant Professor | $78,216 (5) | $69,572 (2) | $83,978 (3) |
| Instructor | $67,676 (3) | - (-) | $67,676 (3) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $61,854 (584) | $63,547 (258) | $60,514 (326) |
| Professor | $73,727 (134) | $75,162 (71) | $72,111 (63) |
| Associate Professor | $65,670 (131) | $67,079 (55) | $64,650 (76) |
| Assistant Professor | $58,286 (195) | $58,502 (86) | $58,116 (109) |
| Instructor | $50,602 (124) | $50,829 (46) | $50,467 (78) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 70%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 48%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 16% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 12% |
| Female | 19% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 28% |
| American Indian | 24% |
| Black | 11% |
| Asian | 18% |
| Hispanic | 13% |
| White | 15% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 1 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | - | 1 |
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