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Vance-Granville Community College
Henderson, North Carolina · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 200 Community College Road, Henderson, NC 27537 · Phone: (252) 492-2061 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Vance-Granville Community College is a public trade school in Henderson, NC offering medical assistant, radiology/sonography, and LPN programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
52.6% of students complete their program, near the state average of 47.8%, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,304, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Vance-Granville Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 31.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $36,010 | $45,140 | $47,500 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $52,860 | $74,450 | $83,340 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,480 | $63,270 | $69,700 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,540 | $50,590 | $60,870 |
| Electricians | $40,130 | $56,800 | $61,920 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,820 | $44,530 | $48,480 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,880 | $38,410 | $48,300 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $37,780 | $57,260 | $64,310 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,500 | $48,200 | $63,170 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $38,210 | $61,130 | $76,330 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in North Carolina (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 24 | $43,326 | $47,260 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | not reported | $41,565 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | $29,250 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | $18,771 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | $29,250 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | 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
Vance-Granville Community College is a public trade and career training campus in Henderson, North Carolina. The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. Across 21 program families, the campus's most-completed trade programs are medical assistant programs (30 completers), radiology and sonography programs (24 completers), and LPN/LVN programs (18 completers).
Looking at the numbers, 52.6% of students complete their programs, which is near the state average of 47.8%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,304. 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 31.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of students come from lower-income backgrounds.
With 137 trade completers among 1,665 undergraduate students in a distant-town setting, this campus offers a range of shorter career-training programs alongside longer allied-health tracks like radiology and LPN training. This mix may suit both first-time students and adult career-changers, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Vance-Granville Community College offers 21 program families, with the most completions in medical assistant programs, radiology and sonography programs, and LPN/LVN programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
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.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 52.6%, which is near the state average of 47.8%.
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 (252) 492-2061 or check the College Scorecard link for more.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,304, 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?
Vance-Granville Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition and eligibility for state funding compared to for-profit schools.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?199838.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a mix of shorter career-training programs and longer allied-health programs like radiology and LPN training, which may suit career-changers, though specific program lengths are not reported in federal data.
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 confirm requirements for specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Vance-Granville Community College at (252) 492-2061 or visit https://www.vgcc.edu/ for application information.
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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.