Eastern Shore Community College

Melfa, Virginia · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$2,495

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

41.1%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

495

In-state tuition

$5,082

Out-of-state tuition

$11,520

Cost of attendance

$10,998

Median earnings (10y)

$32,418

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
Rural

Programs breakdown

9 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (28%), humanities & arts (26%), trades & services (25%).

  • STEM9%
  • Health28%
  • Business3%
  • Humanities & arts26%
  • Social sciences9%
  • Trades & services25%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

17 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's72$23,719
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.Undergraduate certificate54
Precision Metal Working.Undergraduate certificate26
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Undergraduate certificate20
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Undergraduate certificate14
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Associate's13
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians.Associate's11
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Undergraduate certificate11
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate10
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate9
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate9
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Associate's7
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's7
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Undergraduate certificate6
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate6
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).Undergraduate certificate5
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Eastern Shore Community College

Eastern Shore Community College is a small institution located in Melfa, Virginia, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 495 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Liberal arts, Mechanic & repair.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Eastern Shore Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $2,495 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $5,082 for in-state students and $11,520 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $10,998 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 41.1%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $32,418 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Eastern Shore Community College confers degrees and certificates across 9 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Liberal arts, Mechanic & repair. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (28% of credentials), humanities & arts (26% of credentials), trades & services (25% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Melfa, Virginia (rural), Eastern Shore Community College draws students from across Virginia and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Eastern Shore Community College

Q.How much does Eastern Shore Community College cost?

The average net price at Eastern Shore Community College is $2,495 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $10,998.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Eastern Shore Community College?

Eastern Shore Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 41.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Eastern Shore Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Eastern Shore Community College graduate earns $32,418 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Eastern Shore Community College?

Published tuition is $5,082 in-state and $11,520 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Eastern Shore Community College located?

Eastern Shore Community College is located in Melfa, Virginia (ZIP 23410).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Eastern Shore Community College at their official website.