VIRGINIA COLLEGE - BIRMINGHAM
- 488 Palisades Blvd.
- Birmingham, AL 35209
- OPEID College Code: 03010600
- General Phone: (205) 802-1200
- President: Ms. Joann Wilson
- Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 7,060
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Virginia College - Birmingham - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Website
- www.vc.edu
- Mission Statement
- Virginia College is a private, proprietary institution of higher education committed to offering diplomas, associate degrees, baccalaureate degrees, and master's degrees. The student's learning experience and placement opportunities are enhanced through studies that provide a balance of general academics, technical skills, and personal growth. The goal of Virginia College lies in its responsibility to its students, the technical and business communities, and the general citizenry. The College provides educational opportunities through curricula in business, business-related, administrative, management, technical, medical, and professional programs that are designed to prepare a student for direct entry into the job market or to enhance their chances of advancement within a business hierarchy.
Accreditation
- Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate/Associates Colleges
- Undergraduate Classification Associates Dominant
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
- Enrollment Classification Very High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Small Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
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Other Campus Locations
- Virginia College - Austin
Austin, TX 78723
674 Miles Away - Virginia College - Jackson
Jackson, MS 39206
210 Miles Away
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $100.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Recommended
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 196 | 950 | 1,146 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 157 (80%) | 726 (76%) | 883 (77%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 157 (100%) | 726 (100%) | 883 (100%) |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 93%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 63% | 76% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $11,229 | $2,642 | $3,948 | $2,125 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 5.8% | 7.7% | 7.6% |
| Number in Default | 329 | 362 | 358 |
| Number in Repayment | 5,594 | 4,651 | 4,662 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $15,716 | $14,596 | $14,596 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $15,716 | $14,596 | $14,596 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $15,716 | $14,596 | $14,596 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,920 | $7,293 | $6,566 |
| Other Expenses | $2,508 | $2,343 | $2,055 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,960 | $2,343 | $3,102 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $15,716 | $14,596 | $14,596 |
| In-State | $15,716 | $14,596 | $14,596 |
| Out of State | $15,716 | $14,596 | $14,596 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $26,144 | $24,232 | $23,217 |
| In-State | $26,144 | $24,232 | $23,217 |
| Out of State | $26,144 | $24,232 | $23,217 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $19,676 | $18,318 | $17,698 |
| In-State | $19,676 | $18,318 | $17,698 |
| Out of State | $19,676 | $18,318 | $17,698 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 7,060 Undergraduate: 6,871 Graduate: 189
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,200 Female: 5,860
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,147 Female: 5,724
- Graduate Gender Male: 53 Female: 136
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 4,160 Part-Time: 2,900
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 4,048 Part-Time: 2,823
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 112 Part-Time: 77
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 6 | 0.08% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 2,630 | 37% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 2 | 0.03% |
| Ages 18-19 | 163 | 2% |
| Ages 20-21 | 490 | 7% |
| Ages 22-24 | 928 | 13% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,569 | 22% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1,299 | 18% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1,001 | 14% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,070 | 15% |
| Ages 50-65 | 407 | 6% |
| Age Over 65 | 10 | 0.1% |
| Age Unknown | 121 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 807 | 542 | 265 |
| Faculty Status | 361 | 96 | 265 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 361 | 96 | 265 |
| Primarily Instruction | 361 | 96 | 265 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 87 | 87 | - |
| Other Professionals | 333 | 333 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 26 | 26 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 21 | 21 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $16,452 (1) | $16,452 (1) | - (-) |
| Instructor | $16,452 (1) | $16,452 (1) | - (-) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $30,499 (85) | $34,247 (29) | $28,559 (56) |
| Instructor | $30,499 (85) | $34,247 (29) | $28,559 (56) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $24,856 (86) | $27,636 (30) | $23,367 (56) |
| Instructor | $24,856 (86) | $27,636 (30) | $23,367 (56) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 70%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 52%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 46% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 34% |
| Female | 55% |
| By Race | |
| Black | 42% |
| Hispanic | - |
| White | 52% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 2% |
| 5 Years | 8% |
| 6 Years | 8% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 1 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | 3 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | - |
| Burglary | 3 | - |
| Vehicle Theft | 2 | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
