Central Virginia Community College (CVCC) is a

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. Established in 1966, CVCC serves students at the main campus in Lynchburg or at one of its off-site centers in Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford, and Campbell counties.

Students

For the 2017-2018 semesters, CVCC's total headcount was 5,652 students, 55% female, 45% male. The racial makeup of the student body was:

Academics and programs

Central Virginia Community College offers 80 associate degree and career certificate programs.

References

External links

Official website
{{authority control Virginia Community College System Universities and colleges established in 1966 Universities and colleges accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools 1966 establishments in Virginia Universities and colleges in Lynchburg, Virginia Two-year colleges in the United States