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Opportunity. Access. Excellence
THE FACTS
o 45% of all higher education students begin at Community Colleges (nation-wide)
o 93% of our graduates reported that PVCC helped them meet their
career/academic goals.
o The majority of PVCC graduates (82%) were “very much” satisfied the quality of
their academic program.
o Compared with students who started as freshmen at their current colleges, nearly
all [PVCC transfers] felt that they were either better prepared or as well prepared
for their studies compared to other students.
o PVCC was ranked among the top-10 mid-sized community colleges across the U.S.
that offer exceptional technology support to students and educators.
THE FACTS (continued)
o Over 40% of PVCC students take at least one online
course during their studies at the College
o Tuition & Fees: $141.15 per credit hour
o Enrollment: 5,630 students
o 79% of PVCC students are part-timers
o 51% of the student body is under 21-years-old
ENROLLMENT OPTIONS
o Part-time or full-time course load
o Fall, Spring, or Summer courses
o Evening, daytime, and weekend courses
o Online courses
o Hybrid courses
o Learning Communities
FINANCIAL AID
• http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/
• http://www.pvcc.edu/financial_aid/
o Grants: Full Pell Grant (up to $5730.00)
This money does not require repayment as long as the student attends and completes classes
in the term for which the aid was received. There are other state and federal grants available.
o Scholarships
This money does not require repayment. Visit the PVCC website to learn more about PVCC
scholarships, including applications, deadlines, and requirements at
http://www.pvcc.edu/pay-for-pvcc/pvcc-scholarships . Scholarships that are not PVCCspecific can be found on websites such as www.fastweb.com or finaid.org.
o Federal Work Study (up to 20 hrs./week at $9.00/hr.)
This is a ‘need-based’ program that provides part-time jobs for students. Money earned is
extra income for the student which may be used toward tuition or other educational expenses,
even personal expenses.
o Student Loans
This money requires repayment. Students must file a FAFSA and work with our Financial
Aid Office to complete additional required paperwork.
STUDENT SERVICES
o Placement Test Preparation….Online English/Math practice tests
o Services……………………Fully-staffed Math & Writing Centers
In-person tutoring
Online tutoring (SMARTHINKING)
Academic coaching
Academic Advising
LASSI (Learning and Study Strategies Inventory)
PVCC COURSE OPTIONS
Associate of Arts or Associate of Science Goal: Transfer to a four-year
• Transfer Program
college/university to achieve a Bachelor’s
• Can be completed in 2 years (may take degree
longer, see advisor for more details)
Associate of Applied Science
Goal: Prepare for direct entry into a
• Can be completed in 2 years (may take career
longer, see advisor for more details)
Certificates or Career Studies Certificates Goal: Prepare for more immediate job
• Typically 1-3 semesters to complete
placement, job skill development, or
promotion opportunities
Individual Courses
Goal: Personal enrichment, life-long
learning, and resume-building
PROGRAMS OF STUDY
These AA and AS degrees are transfer programs, providing the
first two years of study for a bachelor’s degree:
Associate of Science (AS)
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Business Administration
Computer Science
Education
Engineering
General Studies
Physical and Natural Sciences:
(Specialization in)
Biotechnology
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Horticulture
• Science
Associate of Arts (AA)
• Liberal Arts
• Visual and Performing Arts:
Specialization in Arts
Specialization in Dance
Specialization in Music
Specialization in Theatre & Drama
TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES
o In 2012-2013 1,685 PVCC students transferred to a 4-year college (32.3%)
o Ninety percent (90%) who were planning to attend a four-year college or
university indicated that they transferred to their first-choice college
(as reported in PVCC graduate follow-up survey)
o Most Common Destinations Included:
-Virginia Tech= 112
-Old Dominion University (ODU) = 144
-James Madison University (JMU) = 152
-Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) = 159
-University of Virginia (UVA) = 276
*** Students also transferred to Roanoke College in 2012-2013.
GUARANTEED ADMISSIONS
AGREEMENTS
PVCC and the Virginia Community College System
have Guaranteed Admissions Agreements with many
public and private four-year colleges and universities in
the Commonwealth. This means that qualified PVCC
graduates holding a transfer associate degree will have met
all general education requirements and are eligible for
guaranteed admission to the participating colleges and
universities.
PARTICIPATING COLLEGES
& UNIVERSITIES
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Christopher Newport University
The College of William and Mary
Emory and Henry College
George Mason University
James Madison University
Liberty University
Longwood University
Lynchburg College
Mary Baldwin College
Norfolk State University
Old Dominion University
Radford University
Randolph College
Regent University
Strayer University
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Sweet Briar College
University of Mary Washington
University of Phoenix
University of Virginia
- College at Wise
- College of Arts and Sciences
-School of Engineering
Virginia Commonwealth University
Virginia State University
Virginia Tech
-College of Agriculture and
Life Sciences
-College of Engineering
Virginia Union
Virginia Wesleyan College
HANG IN THERE
ALMOST DONE!!!
ONLY FOUR SLIDES REMAINING!
DUAL ENROLLMENT
Dual enrollment describes an enrichment opportunity
allowing high school students to earn college credits for
courses taken through a post-secondary institution while still
being enrolled in high school.
Dual enrollment students take college level classes to receive
college credit and may receive high school
credit as well.
ADMISSIONS & ADVISING
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Academic advising for all academic programs
Assistance in exploring your academic/career interest
Advising on 4-year college/university transfer process
Faculty advising
Guidance through the admissions/application and course
enrollment processes
• Transfer advisor to aid the transition between PVCC and
a 4-year college or university (NEW)
• Assistance in finding the college resources you need to
succeed
STEPS TO ENROLLMENT
UPON HIGH SCHOOL COMPLETION
Apply Online
Apply for Financial Aid
Send Official Transcripts
Take Placement Tests
Meet with an Advisor for Placement Test Score
Interpretation and to Finalize Your Academic Plan
(SOAR Session)
Register for your Classes
Pay for your Classes
Purchase your Books
WHY TRANSFER?
Tuition Costs: a transfer student saves an average of $15,945 (4-year public
college)& $42, 263 (4-year private college).
Transition: some students might be wary of taking college-level courses while
living away from home for the first time. It can be overwhelming at times. At
PVCC, you can experience the academic side of college life while remaining at
home or close by.
Class Size: the average class size at PVCC is 16 students while intro classes at
4-year colleges can be held in large lecture halls (i.e. Intro to Chemistry at
UVA=300 students but 3rd and 4th year classes are much smaller).
Academic Flexibility: PVCC offers: 3 campuses, day/night/weekend classes,
numerous online offerings, part-time/full-time opportunities (financial aid
available to both).