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Danville Community College
Danville, Virginia · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 1008 S Main St, Danville, VA 24541 · Phone: (434) 797-2222 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Danville Community College is a public trade and career school in Danville, Virginia, offering welding, CNC/machining, and LPN programs, accredited by SACS and ACEN.
Danville Community College has a 39.3% completion rate versus a 57.1% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,000 and median earnings of $31,664 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Danville Community College; contact the school for current tuition. It participates in Title IV federal aid, and 36.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $42,520 | $59,180 | $65,400 |
| Machinists | $45,120 | $61,290 | $71,470 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,580 | $64,920 | $74,540 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $39,760 | $59,730 | $73,440 |
| Electricians | $40,780 | $62,900 | $78,190 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $36,540 | $45,420 | $50,390 |
| Dental assistants | $37,720 | $46,670 | $53,040 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 32 | not reported | $42,682 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 2–4 years | 32 | not reported | $42,682 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 26 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $49,414 | $52,941 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | $42,682 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 2–4 years | 10 | not reported | $42,682 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 2–4 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | 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
Danville Community College is a public trade and career training campus in Danville, Virginia, located in a distant town setting. It participates in federal financial aid (Title IV) programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help cover costs. The college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with its nursing programs additionally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Across 13 program families, the top programs by completions are welding schools (54), CNC and machining programs (32), and LPN/LVN programs (26).
Federal Scorecard data show a completion rate of 39.3%, which is below the Virginia state average of 57.1%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,664. About 36.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a significant share of lower-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, hands-on trade credentials in fields like welding, machining, or practical nursing rather than longer associate-degree tracks, though exact program lengths are not detailed here. Adult learners and career changers considering enrollment should independently verify accreditation status through SACS and ACEN, and review current outcome and cost figures directly on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before applying, since some data points, including cost of attendance, are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Danville Community College offers 13 program families, with the most completions in welding schools (54), CNC & machining programs (32), and LPN/LVN programs (26).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with nursing programs also accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 39.3%, which is below the Virginia state average of 57.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,000, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $31,664, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Danville Community College is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition rates and public accountability standards compared to private for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in the available data; contact the school to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through SACS and ACEN directly, and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The presence of shorter trade-focused programs like welding and CNC machining suggests options for career changers, though specific program lengths and adult-learner services are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check with your state licensing board for programs like LPN or welding certification.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Danville Community College at (434) 797-2222 or visit https://www.danville.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?231882 to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
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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.