Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 009903
- Phone: (828) 837-6810
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
73%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
36FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,306Average 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
Vance – Granville Community College
21 Campus Circle, Murphy, NC
About
Vance-Granville Community College, located in Henderson, North Carolina, was founded in 1969 after a failed attempt to bring a technical institute to the area. The school is one of the 58 that comprise the North Carolina Community College System, itself one of the largest such community college systems in the country.
VGCC covers the counties of Vance, Granville, Franklin and Warren, as well as operating three satellite campuses within its service area to provide better access for residents.
Academics
Vance-Granville Community College offers students a variety of options when considering enrollment. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the equivalent of freshman and sophomore years, followed by applying for transfer to colleges and universities in order to continue an education and earn a bachelor's degree.
Career and technical programs provide in depth training and education in a specific high demand field or industry with the intention of pursuing long term steady employment in that field or industry upon completion. Such programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a degree or certificate.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Vance-Granville Community College is an open enrollment institution that admits any individuals that complete the application for admission and pay their fees. Students should supply transcripts and test scores if available and may be required to take a placement exam.
A meeting with a counselor prior to registration is encouraged and participation in orientation for new students is often helpful. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which assists the school in determining need and disbursing funds.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the students Vance – Granville Community College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP 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 $3,800. 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 estimates:
- State Residents: $1,800-$2,200
- Out-of-State: $6,400-$7,718
- Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $76-$91 per unit
- Out-of-State: $270-$320 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 73% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 73% | $6,876 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 1% | $2,000 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Vance – Granville Community College may provide student services like:- Online classes
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Assistance to find work
- Day care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Radiology Technician Program
- * Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 1982)
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 Vance – Granville 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,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Technology (A, C)
Construction Trades
- Electrician (C)
Education
- Early Childhood Education (A, C)
Engineering Technology
Family and Consumer Sciences
Health and Clinical Professions
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (A, C)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
Personal and Culinary Services
- Cosmetology (C)
- Culinary Arts (A, C)
Precision Production
- Welding (A, C)
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (A)
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Vance – Granville Community College.
- Piedmont Community College in Misenheimer, NC (33 miles away)
- Durham Technical Community College in Durham, NC (37 miles away)
- Nash Community College in Wilmington, NC (37 miles away)
- Halifax Community College in Jamestown, NC (44 miles away)
- Wilson Community College in Wilkesboro, NC (50 miles away)
Also, you can compare schools by looking through our list of colleges & universities:
- Visit the main North Carolina colleges & universities profile page
- See all community colleges in North Carolina
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 009903
- Phone: (828) 837-6810
- School Homepage