Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 008660
- Phone: (703) 993-1000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
nan%FINANCIAL AID RATE
53%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
22:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$2,704Average 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
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Germanna Community College (Mason)
4400 University Dr, Fairfax, VA
Germanna Community College, located in Locust Grove, was founded in 1970. In addition to the Locust Grove Campus, the school maintains locations in Fredericksburg, Stafford, and Culpeper. The school is a member of the Virginia Community College System, which operates 23 community colleges throughout the state.
GCC is named after a settlement that used to house German Miners near the Rapidian River at what is now called Germanna Ford. The school is a public two year institution that is dedicated to providing educational opportunities for residents of its service area, which includes the counties of Spotsylvania, Caroline, King George, Culpeper, Orange, Madison, and Stafford.
Academics
Germanna Community College has an enrollment of nearly 10,000 annually, and provides a large number of programs aimed at assisting them pursue academic transfer opportunities or careers through training programs. Students seeking academic transfer will complete a curriculum that mirrors the first two years of a four year education and upon completion will apply to colleges and universities.
If accepted, the student will complete the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree at their new college or university. Students applying to public state schools in Virginia will find agreements in place that ease transfer requirements if certain criteria are met. Private and out of state schools will have varying admissions requirements, and as such it is recommended students seek the aid of a counselor if they wish to transfer.
Career training programs assist individuals in pursuing long term employment through education and skill development in one of the many high demand fields available for study. Programs are taught by experienced and qualified faculty, many of whom have real world experience and supervise practical courses that give students the opportunity to train in simulated real world conditions while ensuring student safety.
Academic programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a degree or certificate that demonstrates competency and encourages employer confidence.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Any individual interested in attending Germanna Community College may do so if they are a high school graduate or 18 years of age or older as per the school's open enrollment policy. Individuals must submit an application and pay all associated fees, as well as supply transcripts and test scores if available.
Select students may be required to take a placement exam prior to registration. Students are encouraged to participate in new student orientation and to meet with a counselor to discuss program enrollment.
Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Data from the FAFSA will be utilized by GCC to determine need and financial aid eligibility. Aid must be applied for prior to each academic year and it is recommended that the application be completed in a timely fashion.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the candidates Mason accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience 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 $7,400. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. 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: $4,700-$5,600
- Out-of-State: $9,900-$11,940
- Charges per unit:
- In-State: $160-$190 per unit
- Out-of-State: $330-$400 per 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 | 53% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 40% | $4,056 |
Receiving Student Loans | 14% | $4,483 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Germanna Community College may offer services to students including:- Online classes
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dental Assistant Program
- * Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 2013)
- 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 1976)
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 Germanna 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
Engineering
- Engineering (A)
Engineering Technology
Health and Clinical Professions
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (C)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A, C)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Mechanic (C)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Visual and Performing Arts
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Germanna Community College.
- Piedmont Virginia Community College in Colonial Heights, VA (43 miles away)
- Northern Virginia Community College in Norfolk, VA (47 miles away)
- J Sargeant Reynolds Community College in Roanoke, VA (51 miles away)
- Lord Fairfax Community College in Farmville, VA (55 miles away)
- Blue Ridge Community College in Danville, VA (61 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
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- Find out what other community colleges are located in Virginia
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 008660
- Phone: (703) 993-1000
- School Homepage