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Blue Ridge Community College
Weyers Cave, Virginia · Public community college
Address: One College Lane, Weyers Cave, VA 24486 · Phone: (540) 234-9261 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Blue Ridge Community College is a public trade school in Weyers Cave, Virginia offering aviation maintenance, EMT training, and electrician programs, accredited by SACS.
Blue Ridge Community College has a 40.4% completion rate, below the state average of 57.1%, with median graduate debt of $10,409 and median earnings of $42,644 10 years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported for Blue Ridge Community College in federal data; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 31.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $58,150 | $82,200 | $96,520 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $36,540 | $45,420 | $50,390 |
| Electricians | $40,780 | $62,900 | $78,190 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $36,540 | $59,330 | $76,540 |
| Medical records specialists | $37,630 | $53,290 | $64,950 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Blue Ridge Community College is a public trade and career training campus in Weyers Cave, Virginia. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and federal financial aid (Title IV) can be used here. The campus's most-completed programs are aviation maintenance (A&P) schools, EMT & paramedic training, and electrician schools, drawn from 11 program families total.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 40.4%, below the state average of 57.1%. Median debt among graduates is $10,409, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,644. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 31.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment. Total undergraduate enrollment is 2,730, with 94 trade completers reported.
This campus may suit students interested in shorter, hands-on trade credentials in aviation maintenance, emergency medical services, or electrical work rather than a traditional four-year path. Because the campus reports below-average completion relative to the state, prospective students weighing career-change timelines should ask directly about program length and format when contacting the school. To verify accreditation status and current outcome data, check with the listed accreditors and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this institution before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Blue Ridge Community College offers 11 program families, with the most completions in aviation maintenance (A&P), EMT & paramedic training, and electrician programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 40.4%, which is below the Virginia state average of 57.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $10,409, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,644, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (540) 234-9261 or visit https://www.brcc.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state funding compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?231536.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers hands-on trade programs like aviation maintenance and electrician training that may suit career changers, though specific schedule flexibility is not reported in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program and are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to ask about certification pathways for specific trades.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Blue Ridge Community College at (540) 234-9261 or visit https://www.brcc.edu/ to apply.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?231536 to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.