Introduction and Overview

Vance-Granville Community College is a public community college located in Henderson, North Carolina, USA. It is part of the North Carolina Community College System and serves Vance, Granville, Franklin and Warren counties. The school offers a variety of courses and programs that can award certificates, diplomas and associate degrees.

History and Founding Time

The school was approved as a "technical college" in 1968 and was officially established by the North Carolina State Assembly on July 1, 1969. It was originally named Vance County Technical College and was renamed Vance-Granville Community College in 1976.

School Strength

Faculty: The student-to-faculty ratio is about 14:1 or 15:1. Teachers can give students more attention and guidance, which is conducive to students' learning and growth.

Academic achievements: It offers more than 30 degree and certificate programs in different fields, covering arts, science, nursing, radiology technology, biotechnology, business and other fields, providing students with a variety of learning options.

Teaching resources: It has four campuses. The main campus covers an area of ​​83 acres and has nine permanent buildings, including a student service center, a civic center, a daycare center, administrative and teacher offices, an auditorium, a student lounge and a learning resource center. It is also equipped with 36 classrooms, 10 workshops and 20 laboratories.

Nature of the institution

Public community college.

Educational philosophy

Committed to educating, inspiring and supporting a diverse community of learners to help students achieve professional and personal success.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines:

Nursing: The curriculum is comprehensive, focusing on the combination of practical operations and theoretical knowledge, providing students with good nursing education, cultivating a large number of qualified nursing talents, and having a certain influence in the local medical care field.

Radiation technology major: Highly praised by students, the teaching of this major focuses on cultivating students' practical operation ability and professional literacy, and has provided professional talents in the fields of medical imaging and radiotherapy.

Biotechnology major: With the development of the biotechnology industry, this major has gradually become one of the school's key disciplines, providing students with related courses such as bioprocess technology and tissue technology.

Key laboratories: Biotechnology laboratories and other facilities provide practice and research opportunities for students of related majors, helping them master advanced biotechnology and experimental skills.

Departments

The school does not clearly divide departments, but offers a variety of courses, such as nursing, radiology technology and other professional courses in the School of Health Sciences; business administration, e-commerce and other courses in the School of Business; and courses in the fields of arts and humanities, science and technology.

Rankings

Ranked 22nd in Niche's ranking of the best community colleges in North Carolina, with a rating of B.

Costs

In 2020-2021, in-state tuition and fees are $1,944, and out-of-state tuition and fees are $6,552; in 2022-2023, the average annual net cost after receiving grants or scholarships is $3,193.

Campus Environment

Campus Facilities: The main campus is picturesque with lakes and charming landscapes. It has modern teaching facilities and complete life service facilities, such as classrooms, laboratories, libraries, student activity centers, restaurants, bookstores, etc., providing students with a comfortable and convenient learning and living environment.

Natural Environment: Located in Henderson, a town with unique charm, surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes and rich outdoor activity resources, providing students with a pleasant learning and living atmosphere.

Campus Culture: Focus on creating a diverse and inclusive campus culture, encourage students to participate in various club activities, sports events and cultural exchange activities to enrich students' extracurricular life and cultivate students' teamwork spirit and social skills.