Virginia Western Community College is a public community college located in Roanoke, Virginia. Here are some details about the school:

History: Founded in 1966, it is part of the Virginia Community College system. After years of development, it has gradually grown from a small college to an educational institution with great influence.

Academic Programs:

Comprehensive Courses: It offers a variety of courses covering multiple fields. Including diploma courses for converting majors, which lay the foundation for students to transfer to four-year universities for further studies; diploma and certificate courses related to vocational skills, which help students acquire skills and qualifications in specific career fields to meet the needs of the job market; in addition, there are workforce development courses for specific industries or fields, which are closely linked to the actual needs of local economic development.

Transfer Advantages: There are guaranteed admission agreements with more than 30 public and private colleges in Virginia, which provides students with a smoother transfer path. Many students successfully transfer to other four-year universities to continue their studies after completing their associate degrees.

Student population:

Number of students: The school has a large number of students, with a total of 8,362 students in the fall semester of 2020. The school's student population is diverse, with students from different races and backgrounds.

Learning methods: Most students study part-time, which provides flexible learning opportunities for students who need to balance work, family and other matters.

Campus facilities:

Teaching facilities: It has modern teaching facilities to support the development of various academic programs. For example, the Claude Moore Education Complex in downtown Roanoke has a culinary school.

Training center: The Greenfield Education and Training Center is operated in Daleville, providing students with practical training and professional skills improvement.

Campus culture: The school focuses on the comprehensive development of students, has a variety of student clubs and entertainment activities, and provides students with rich extracurricular life and social opportunities. The school also advocates an honor culture and cultivates students' sense of responsibility and integrity.

Employment support: The school's employment service department provides students with support in career planning, internship arrangements, employment recommendations, etc. According to statistics, 86% of graduates are able to find full-time jobs, with an average annual salary of US$43,744.