Virginia Western Community College is a public institution in Roanoke, VA. College In 2 focuses on its certificate and associate-degree pathways so students can compare the cost and earnings of shorter routes into a career or further education.
Who it serves
Students exploring career-focused certificates and two-year degrees, including people comparing affordable local pathways, career changes, and options that can lead directly to work or continued study.
Programs with graduate earnings8Certificate and associate pathways shown below
Average net price / year$4,966Use the family-income table below for a more relevant estimate
Program valueRated by programCompare earnings with estimated total cost
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Programs & graduate outcomes
Start with value, earnings and cost. Then check whether the program fits the way you want to learn and work.
Associate's DegreePotentially fully covered by maximum Pell
2-year degree
Value Rating
Good Value
3.2× earnings / cost
Earnings after 1 year from graduation$31,440
Earnings after 5 years from graduation$32,086
Est. total cost$9,932Net price × program length
Median debtN/A
Math in schoolN/A
Math on jobModerate
Work characteristicsPhysical Requirements: ModerateWriting: ModerateCustomer Interaction: ModerateOutdoors: LowIrregular schedule: LowRemote potential: High
Affordability
What does this cost for a family like mine?
Family income
Average net price per year
$0–$30,000
$4,105
$30,001–$48,000
$4,770
$48,001–$75,000
$5,332
$75,001–$110,000
$7,206
$110,001+
$10,786
How the fit ratings work
Math in school is a cautious estimate of the amount of math typically required in the field; individual colleges can require different courses. Math on the job and the work-characteristic ratings reflect occupations commonly associated with the field using official occupational data. Remote potential describes typical work patterns and does not mean a particular employer offers remote work.
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