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Virginia College - Huntsville

2021 Drake Avenue, SW, Huntsville, AL 35801

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Overview

OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 03010602
President: James D. Foster
Fax: (256) 533-7785
Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
Calendar System: Quarter
Highest Degree: Bachelor's
Local Area: Midsized City
Student Enrollment: 755

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Student Services Offered

Remedial Services
Employment Services
Placement Assistance For Graduates

Special Learning Opportunities

Distance Learning
Weekend / Evening Classes Available

Website:

www.vc.edu

Mission Statement

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Campus Map

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Parent Company

Education Corporation of America

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

- Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year

Size Classification

- Very Small Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Virginia College - Huntsville directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Business and Marketing Studies

	Certificate	Associate	Bachelor
Administrative Assistant Degree	2	-	-
Bookkeeping Degree	-	2	-
Business Administration Degree	-	-	6
Office Management Degree	-	13	-

Communication Technology

	Certificate	Associate	Bachelor
Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects Degree	-	-	1

Computer and Information Sciences

	Certificate	Associate	Bachelor
Computer Graphics Degree	-	7	-
Computer Systems Networking Degree	3	42	3
Web and Digital Design Degree	-	2	-
Web and Multimedia Management Degree	-	-	1

Health and Clinical Professions

	Certificate	Associate	Bachelor
Health Services Administration Degree	-	-	4
Massage Therapy Degree	10	10	-
Medical Insurance Coding Degree	11	12	-
Medical Office Administration Degree	-	6	-
Pharmacy Technician Degree	10	-	-
Medical Assistant Degree	40	38	-

Legal Professions and Studies

	Certificate	Associate	Bachelor
Paralegal Degree	-	5	-

Personal and Culinary Services

	Certificate	Associate	Bachelor
Cosmetology Degree	43	12	-

Security and Protective Services

	Certificate	Associate	Bachelor
Corrections, Other Degree	-	11	8

Visual and Performing Arts

	Certificate	Associate	Bachelor
Design and Visual Communications Degree	-	7	-

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Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates Virginia College - Huntsville accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://vc.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The Virginia College - Huntsville admissions office phone number is (256) 533-7387. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://vc.edu

Admissions Links

Admissions: vc.edu
Online Application: Apply Online

Application Fees

Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00

College Credits Accepted

None Available

Considerations for Admission

Open Admission Policy

- Accepts Any Student Who Applies

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

Total Student Enrollment: 755

- Undergraduate: 755

Student Gender

Total Student Gender

- Male: 254

- Female: 680

- Ratio of Men to Women: 0.4 : 1

Undergraduate Gender

- Male: 254

- Female: 680

- Ratio of Men to Women: 0.4 : 1

Student Attendance

Total Student Attendance

- Full-Time: 671

- Part-Time: 263

Undergraduate Attendance

- Full-Time: 671

- Part-Time: 263

Student Race Breakdown

	Number	Percent
Non-Resident Alien	-	-
American Indian	2	0.3%
Black	339	45%
Asian	7	0.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	-	-
Hispanic	12	2%
White	367	49%
Unknown	19	3%

Student Age Breakdown

	Number	Percent
Age Under 18	1	0.1%
Ages 18-19	46	5%
Ages 20-21	126	13%
Ages 22-24	176	19%
Ages 25-29	243	26%
Ages 30-34	146	16%
Ages 35-39	87	9%
Ages 40-49	90	10%
Ages 50-65	19	2%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

Full-Time Students: 75%

Overall Graduation Rates

	(%) of Entering Class
All Students	43%

Graduation Rates By Gender

	(%) of Entering Class
Male	44%
Female	42%

Graduation Rates By Race

	(%) of Entering Class
Black	41%
White	44%

Tuition & Fees

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The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

First Year Estimated Total Costs
$20,583/yr
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In-State Tuition and Fees
$13,140/yr
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Out of State Tuition and Fees
$13,140/yr
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Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

Tuition Payment Plan
- Allows tuition to be paid in installments over an agreed upon period of time.

Net Price Calculator

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Virginia College - Huntsville, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://enroll.vc.edu

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

	2010-11	2009-10	2008-09
Average Net Price	$20,583	$16,555	$16,538
$0 - $30,000	$20,534	$19,719	$15,999
$30,000 - $48,000	$22,191	$17,848	$17,938
$48,001 - $75,000	$22,408	$19,632	$18,063
More Than $110,000	$22,408	-	-

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

	2011-12	2010-11	2009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees	$13,140	$12,300	$11,712
In-State Tuition and Fees	$13,140	$12,300	$11,712
Out of State Tuition and Fees	$13,140	$12,300	$11,712

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

	2011-12	2010-11	2009-10
Off Campus
Room and Board	$6,051	$5,973	$5,940
Other Expenses	$4,457	$4,587	$4,653
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses	$4,457	$4,587	$4,653

Undergraduate Total Expenses

	2011-12	2010-11	2009-10
On Campus
In-District	$13,140	$12,300	$11,712
In-State	$13,140	$12,300	$11,712
Out of State	$13,140	$12,300	$11,712
Off Campus
In-District	$23,648	$22,860	$22,305
In-State	$23,648	$22,860	$22,305
Out of State	$23,648	$22,860	$22,305
Off Campus with Family
In-District	$17,597	$16,887	$16,365
In-State	$17,597	$16,887	$16,365
Out of State	$17,597	$16,887	$16,365

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

% Receiving Any Financial Aid
93%
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Avg. Grant or Scholarship Amount
$1,825/yr
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Avg. Student Loan Amount
$3,423/yr
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Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The Virginia College - Huntsville financial aid office phone number is (256) 533-7387. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Office Webpage

Financial Aid Office

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

	# Receiving Aid	% Receiving Aid	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	69	93%	-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid	66	89%	$1,825
All Federal Grants	64	86%	$1,791
Pell Grants	62	84%	$1,820
Other Federal Grants	3	4%	$600
Institutional Grants & Scholarships	4	5%	$1,456
All Student Loans	62	84%	$3,423
Federal Student Loans	57	77%	$3,154
Other Student Loans	5	7%	$6,485

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

	2009	2008	2007
Default Rate (%)	13.0%	5.4%	7.9%
Number in Default	1,041	305	368
Number in Repayment	7,950	5,570	4,657

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

	Total	Full-Time	Part-Time
Total Employees	106	71	35
Faculty Status	49	19	30
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service	49	19	30
Primarily Instruction	49	19	30
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial	47	46	1
Technical and/or Paraprofessional	10	6	4
Clerical And Secretarial	4	4	-
Service and/or Maintenance	5	1	4

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

	Total	Male	Female
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty	$36,272 (19)	$42,647 (5)	$33,996 (14)
Instructor	$36,272 (19)	$42,647 (5)	$33,996 (14)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty	$29,678 (19)	$34,893 (5)	$27,815 (14)
Instructor	$29,678 (19)	$34,893 (5)	$27,815 (14)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.