Patrick & Henry Community College is a public community college located in Henry County, Virginia. Here is a detailed introduction to the college:

History

The college was founded in 1962 and was originally part of the College of General Studies at the University of Virginia.

It became an independent two-year college in 1964 and joined the Virginia Community College System in 1971.

Geographic location and campus environment

Main campus: Located approximately three miles north of Martinsville, Virginia, the campus covers an area of ​​137 acres.

Teaching facilities: The first building on campus, Francis T. West Hall, was built in 1969 as an administrative building; in 1971, the Learning Resource Center with a tutoring center and Lester Library was built.

Satellite campuses: In addition to the main campus, the college also has several satellite campuses, including the Workforce Development Center in Martinsville and nearby Stuart and the Virginia Motorsports Training Center.

Professional settings

Degree programs: A variety of associate degree programs are offered, including the Associate of Applied Science and the Associate of Science. The majors cover advanced manufacturing and skilled technology, business, health science and public safety, information technology, transfer research and education, etc.

Certificate courses: The college also has a wealth of certificate courses and vocational learning certificate courses, which provide students with more targeted vocational training and help students quickly enter related fields.

Teaching features

Practical teaching: Focus on the cultivation of practical ability, and provide students with internships, training and other practical opportunities through cooperation with local enterprises and institutions, so that students can master professional knowledge and skills in practice and improve their employment competitiveness.

Transfer support: Provide transfer guidance and support for students who are willing to go to college, and help students smoothly transfer to four-year universities for further studies. The college has established cooperative relations with many universities, and students can choose suitable transfer target institutions according to their majors and interests.

Faculty strength

The college has a team of highly qualified teachers who not only have solid professional knowledge, but also have rich teaching experience and practical experience. Teachers are committed to providing students with high-quality education and teaching services, paying attention to students' growth and development, helping students to give full play to their potential and achieve good learning results.

Student Life

Social Activities: The school has a variety of student societies and organizations covering academic, cultural, artistic, and sports aspects, such as the Student Union, Literature Society, Art Club, Sports Association, etc. Students can participate in corresponding club activities according to their interests and hobbies, make friends with like-minded people, expand their interpersonal network, and enrich their extracurricular life.

Sports activities: The college's sports team is called the Patriots, which is a member of NJCAA Region X. The college offers a variety of sports for students to participate, including baseball, softball, basketball, football, wrestling, track and field, etc. The school also organizes various sports competitions and activities to encourage students to actively participate and cultivate students' team spirit and competitive awareness.

Tuition and funding

Tuition: Taking the 2018-2019 academic year as an example, the in-state tuition and fees are $4,720, and the out-of-state tuition and fees are $10,648.

Funding: The college provides students with a variety of financial aid channels. 49% of undergraduates can receive grants or scholarships, and the average scholarship or grant amount is $3,627, which helps students reduce their financial burden and ensure that students can successfully complete their studies.