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Eastern Shore Community College
Melfa, Virginia · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 29316 Lankford Hwy, Melfa, VA 23410 · Phone: (757) 789-1789 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Eastern Shore Community College is a public trade school in Melfa, Virginia offering LPN, welding, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Eastern Shore Community College has a 41.1% completion rate, below Virginia's 57.1% state average, and graduates earn a median of $32,418 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Eastern Shore Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, is available, and 40.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,580 | $64,920 | $74,540 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $42,520 | $59,180 | $65,400 |
| Medical assistants | $37,090 | $44,740 | $46,570 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $36,540 | $59,330 | $76,540 |
| Medical records specialists | $37,630 | $53,290 | $64,950 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $39,760 | $59,730 | $73,440 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 25 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 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 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 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
Eastern Shore Community College is a public trade and career campus located in Melfa, Virginia. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The college's most-awarded programs include LPN / LVN programs (32 completions), welding schools (13), and medical assistant programs (11), alongside offerings in auto mechanics, medical billing and coding, and HVAC across a total of 8 program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 41.1%, which falls below the Virginia state average of 57.1%. Among the 495 undergraduates enrolled, 76 completed a trade program in the reported period. Graduates report median earnings of $32,418 ten years after entry. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data, and annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 40.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollees.
This campus, situated in a remote rural setting, may suit students seeking short, focused credential programs in healthcare or skilled trades close to home rather than a large multi-campus system. Career changers considering LPN, welding, or medical assistant training should weigh the below-average completion rate against program fit and personal circumstances. To verify accreditation status and see the latest federal outcome figures, contact the school directly or review its record on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Eastern Shore Community College's top programs are LPN / LVN programs (32 completions), welding schools (13), and medical assistant programs (11), spanning 8 program families that also include auto mechanics, medical billing and coding, and HVAC.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with a status of accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 41.1%, which is below Virginia's state average of 57.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (757) 789-1789 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Graduates report median earnings of $32,418 ten years after entry, 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 for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Eastern Shore Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and is often tied to state accountability and oversight.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in the available data; contact the school at (757) 789-1789 or visit its website for program-specific schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?232052.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers short, focused credentials in fields like LPN, welding, and medical assisting that can appeal to career changers, though specific program length and schedule details are not reported here; contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to learn what credentials, such as LPN licensure, apply to specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Eastern Shore Community College at (757) 789-1789 or through its website, https://www.es.vccs.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, 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.