Dabney S. Lancaster Community College, located in Clifton Forge Virginia, is a fully accredited two-year institution that offers the opportunity for students to complete their associate’s degree in an effort to transfer to a four-year university, or to pursue a career studies certificate and augment their existing profession.
DSLCC offers 13 different associate degrees that include: nursing, culinary arts, forest management, education, science, administration of justice, business management, and many, many more. Also offered at DSLCC are many career certificates including: business leadership, EMS, office management, web design, massage therapy, hospitality management, and many more.
Not only does DSLCC offer a wide array of programs to study, they also offer classes for middle and high school students, as well as the opportunity to attend governor’s school. Those who need assistance paying for their tuition at DSLCC may want to take part in the school’s financial aid initiative that helps students with their tuition and fees.
The cost to attend Dabney S. Lancaster Community College is $123.00 per credit hour for in-state residents. Out-of-state residents may attend DSLCC for $299.00 per credit hour.
DSLCC is a member of the VCCS system and guarantees acceptance into any state university to all of its students who graduate with their associate’s degree.
If you would like to apply to Dabney S. Lancaster Community College, or would like to learn more about the programs of study and career certificate programs that are offered there, click here to access the official DSLCC website.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $4,900. 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 | 87% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 76% | $4,613 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 27% | $3,718 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Dabney S Lancaster Community College may provide services like:
- Online classes
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Students who attend a community college will be able to choose from a variety of programs that will lead to an associate's degree or transfer to a four year institution. The following list shows graduation and transfer-out rates for Dabney S Lancaster Community College compared to community colleges in Virginia, which can be useful for determining which community college to attend.
| DSLCC | Alleghany County | Virginia | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 27.2% | - | 25.0% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 12.7% | - | 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 1990)
- Find all the other nursing 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 Dabney S Lancaster 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,...)
Agriculture Operations
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services (C)
- Banking and Financial Services
- Hospitality Administration and Management
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer (A)
- Web Design
Construction Trades
Engineering Technology
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology (C)
- Industrial Production Technologies (C)
- Industrial Technology
English Language and Literature
- Technical and Business Writing (C)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Care Provider
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Massage Therapy (C)
- EMT & Paramedic (C)
- Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention and Treatment Professions
- Health Information and Medical Records Technology
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
Natural Resources and Conservation
Personal and Culinary Services
- Cooking and Related Culinary Arts (A, C)
Precision Production
- Welding (C)
Security and Protective Services
Transportation and Materials Moving
- Ground Transportation
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Dabney S Lancaster Community College.
- Virginia Western Community College in Roanoke, VA (43 miles away)
- Central Virginia Community College in Lynchburg, VA (47 miles away)
- Blue Ridge Community College in Weyers Cave, VA (54 miles away)
- Piedmont Virginia Community College in Charlottesville, VA (71 miles away)
- New River Community College in Dublin, VA (73 miles away)