
Blue Ridge Community College, located in Weyers Cave, Virginia, is a two-year institution that is a part of the accredited Virginia Community College System.
BRCC offers 21 associate degree programs, such as: law enforcement, aviation maintenance, education, business administration, computer network technologies, Information technology, and many, many more. Blue Ridge Community College also offers career certificate programs that include: graphic design, commercial driving, electrical fundamentals, veterinary assisting, and law enforcement, among many others.
BRCC offers many unique student services that make campus life easier and fun. Children who are a part of the state foster system are eligible to receive additional assistance with tutoring and school work. Students who need assistance traveling to and from the BRCC campus can take advantage of the school’s shuttle service.
The cost to attend Blue Ridge Community College is $152.00 per credit hour for in-state residents. The cost to attend BRCC for out-of-state students is $347.00 per credit hour.
Students can apply to attend Blue Ridge Community College by filling out an application online or in-person. All tuition and fees can be paid either online or in-person by visiting the Blue Ridge Community College Campus.
BRCC is a fully accredited institution that guarantees its students acceptance into any Virginia state university upon their completion of an associate’s degree program.
If you are interested in applying at BRCC, or would like to learn more about the associate’s degree programs and career certificates offered there, click here to access Blue Ridge Community College’s official website.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $8,100. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range:
- State Residents: $4,000-$4,800
- Out-of-State: $9,300-$11,180
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $130-$160 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $310-$370 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 72% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 59% | $4,624 |
Receiving Student Loans | 17% | $4,897 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Blue Ridge Community College may provide services to students like those listed below:
- Online classes
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Assistance to find work
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Community colleges offer a variety of career and transfer options for students. The following table shows the graduation and transfer-out rates for BRCC, versus those community colleges in Virginia, which can be valuable information for determining which school to attend.
BRCC | Augusta County | Virginia | |
---|---|---|---|
Graduation Rate | 25.2% | - | 25.0% |
Transfer-out Rate | 9.4% | - | 12.0% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1996)
- Compare all associate's degree in nursing (ADN) programs in Virginia
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by Blue Ridge Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services (C)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer (A, C)
- Web Design (C)
Construction Trades
- Electrician (C)
Engineering Technology
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology (A, C)
- Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies (A)
- Industrial Technology (A, C)
- Cad Drafting (C)
- Industrial Production Technologies (C)
- Packaging Science
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Sign Language Interpretation and Translation (C)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Veterinary Assistant (A, C)
- Nursing (A)
- Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions (A, C)
- Health Information and Medical Records Technology (C)
- Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention and Treatment Professions (C)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Biological and Physical Sciences (A)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A, C)
- Humanistic Studies
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Aircraft Mechanic (A, C)
- Aircraft Powerplant Technology (C)
- Auto Mechanic (C)
- Industrial Electronics Technology
Natural Resources and Conservation
Security and Protective Services
Transportation and Materials Moving
- Ground Transportation (C)
- Commercial Airline Pilot
Visual and Performing Arts
- Design and Visual Communications (C)
- Visual and Performing Arts (C)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Blue Ridge Community College.
- Piedmont Virginia Community College in Charlottesville, VA (31 miles away)
- Dabney S Lancaster Community College in Clifton Forge, VA (54 miles away)
- Germanna Community College in Locust Grove, VA (61 miles away)
- Lord Fairfax Community College in Middletown, VA (63 miles away)
- Central Virginia Community College in Lynchburg, VA (65 miles away)