Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC)

430 Clairmont Court - Suite 200, Colonial Heights, VA

Piedmont Virginia Community College, located in Charlottesville, Virginia, was founded in 1972 and is one of the 23 institutions that comprise the Virginia Community College System.  The school's service area includes five counties, and maintains an annual enrollment of approximately 3000 full time students.

PVCC is a comprehensive community college, providing education and services, including workforce development, to its service area. The school constantly reviews its offerings and facilities, updating them as necessary to meet the needs of current and future students.

Academics

Piedmont Virginia Community College offers a variety of programs, allowing students to follow the career training or academic transfer track that best fits their needs. Career training programs prepare students for careers in their chosen area of study and expertise and will be able to enter the work force as professionals upon completion of a said program.

Courses typically include study in theory, practice, application and methodology, with practical experience formed through controlled and supervised settings. A program takes between one and two years to complete, resulting in a certificate or degree which assists graduates in seeking employment at the entry level.

Academic transfer is accomplished by completing the first two years of a four year education. Once completed, the student will apply for transfer to a college or university, finishing the final two years and obtaining a bachelor's degree.

Piedmont Virginia students applying to Virginia public institutions will have ease of transfer through agreements that guarantee admission if certain academic prerequisites are met. Transfer to out of state or private schools will require the student to requirements of the individual school to be considered for admission, and as a result should consult a counselor and research his or her desired schools prior to applying.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Criminal Justice
• Culinary Arts
• General Studies
• Nursing

Admissions and Financial Aid

Individuals interested in enrollment at Piedmont Virginia Community College may do so through the school's open enrollment policy that requires individuals to be 18 years of age or have a high school diploma or GED. Those who meet the minimum entry requirements must submit a completed application and pay all fees prior to the start of classes.

Prospective students are also asked to supply previous transcripts and standardized test scores if available, the information from which may be used to substitute the required placement exam. A visit to a counselor and participation in new student orientation are also encouraged.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which is used by the financial aid office to construct a aid plan that is based on the student's need and aid program eligibility. Aid must be reapplied for prior to the start of each academic year.