At a glance
Average net price
$9,919
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
33.1%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
33,048
In-state tuition
$5,891
Out-of-state tuition
$12,409
Cost of attendance
$17,153
Median earnings (10y)
$53,557
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
26 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (31%), humanities & arts (24%), business (20%).
- STEM31%
- Health6%
- Business20%
- Humanities & arts24%
- Social sciences12%
- Trades & services7%
- Computer science22.7%~7,485 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business19.7%~6,510 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Liberal arts16.8%~5,562 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~1,940 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Social sciences4.5%~1,477 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~1,180 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech3.5%~1,150 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology3.3%~1,087 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~1,041 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering3.1%~1,034 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~998 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~948 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~823 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~479 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Agriculture0.8%~254 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~235 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education0.6%~202 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~188 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Architecture0.5%~178 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Legal0.5%~152 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English0.1%~30 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~26 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~20 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~17 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Science tech0.1%~17 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
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
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 2,690 | $28,420 | $11,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Undergraduate certificate | 2,600 | — | $10,750 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 1,815 | $29,169 | $10,319 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate's | 1,088 | $33,646 | $10,490 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate's | 805 | $31,654 | $12,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 728 | $19,560 | $10,699 |
| Social Sciences, General. | Associate's | 722 | $22,609 | $10,500 |
| Computer Science. | Associate's | 616 | $39,274 | $13,000 |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Associate's | 560 | $18,823 | $10,500 |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 523 | — | $9,798 |
| Engineering, General. | Associate's | 448 | $22,483 | $9,500 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 373 | — | $15,183 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 363 | $34,656 | $25,999 |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 346 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 273 | — | $14,406 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 250 | $61,136 | $21,000 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 204 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 162 | $28,039 | $17,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 159 | $58,587 | $13,437 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 139 | $56,911 | $17,062 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate's | 133 | — | $18,250 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 100 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 88 | $41,037 | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 86 | $37,471 | — |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Associate's | 81 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 80 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate's | 67 | — | $17,427 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Undergraduate certificate | 60 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Associate's | 53 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 51 | $74,638 | $20,894 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Associate's | 46 | $61,129 | — |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 44 | — | $21,101 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Undergraduate certificate | 43 | — | — |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 43 | — | — |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Associate's | 41 | — | — |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 40 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 37 | — | — |
| Construction Trades, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 34 | — | — |
| Architectural Sciences and Technology. | Associate's | 32 | — | — |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General. | Associate's | 32 | — | — |
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 Northern Virginia Community College
Northern Virginia Community College is a very large institution located in Annandale, Virginia, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 33,048 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Computer science, Business, Liberal arts.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Northern Virginia Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $9,919 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $5,891 for in-state students and $12,409 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $17,153 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 33.1%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $53,557 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Northern Virginia Community College confers degrees and certificates across 26 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Computer science, Business, Liberal arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (31% of credentials), humanities & arts (24% of credentials), business (20% 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 Annandale, Virginia (suburb), Northern Virginia 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 Northern Virginia Community College
Q.How much does Northern Virginia Community College cost?
The average net price at Northern Virginia Community College is $9,919 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $17,153.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Northern Virginia Community College?
Northern Virginia Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 33.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Northern Virginia Community College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Northern Virginia Community College graduate earns $53,557 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Northern Virginia Community College?
Published tuition is $5,891 in-state and $12,409 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Northern Virginia Community College located?
Northern Virginia Community College is located in Annandale, Virginia (ZIP 22003).
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 Northern Virginia Community College at their official website.