Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003748
- Phone: (540) 432-4000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
- Phone: (757) 789-1731
Financial Aid Office
- Phone: (757) 789-1733
ACCEPTANCE RATE
nan%FINANCIAL AID RATE
87%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
11:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$3,922Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Eastern Shore Community College (ESCC)
1200 Park Rd, Harrisonburg, VA
About
Eastern Shore Community College, located in Melfa, Virginia, is one of the 23 community colleges that comprise the Virginia Community College System. The college's service area consists of the Accomack and Northampton Counties. Eastern Shore Community College is fully accredited and dedicated to provide the best education possible for residents of its service area, updating programs, facilities and services as needed to ensure student needs are met.
Academics
Eastern Shore Community College offers students a variety of programs, allowing them to choose the path that best suits a student's goals. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of a bachelor's degree, followed by applying for transfer to four year institutions in order to continue their studies and earn their degree.
Career training programs allow individuals to receive an education in an industry or field with the intention of seeking long term employment upon completion. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a degree or certificate.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Eastern Shore Community College is an open enrollment institution that allows any individual interested in enrolling to do so by submitting an application and paying associated fees. Students should provide transcripts and standardized test scores if available, and may be required to take a placement exam. Students are also asked to participate in orientation and to meet with a counselor prior to registration.
Financial aid is awarded based on need as determined by the information provided by the student's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and is offered in the form of loans, grants and scholarships.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants ESCC accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $5,500. 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 estimates are:
- State Residents: $4,600-$5,500
- Out-of-State: $9,900-$11,900
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $150-$180 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $330-$400 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 | 85% | $5,008 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Eastern Shore Community College may provide services to students like those listed below:
- Online classes
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
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 Eastern Shore 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,...)
Computer and Information Sciences
Health and Clinical Professions
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A, C)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
Precision Production
- Welding (C)
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Eastern Shore Community College.
- Rappahannock Community College in Lynchburg, VA (48 miles away)
- Thomas Nelson Community College in Sweet Briar, VA (54 miles away)
- Paul D Camp Community College in Martinsville, VA (93 miles away)
- Southside Virginia Community College in Buena Vista, VA (131 miles away)
- Piedmont Virginia Community College in Colonial Heights, VA (151 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003748
- Phone: (540) 432-4000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
- Phone: (757) 789-1731
Financial Aid Office
- Phone: (757) 789-1733