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Dabney S. Lancaster Community College, or DSLCC, traces its roots to the Clifton Forge-Covington Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University that was founded in 1964. It came to be known by its present name in 1967. DSLCC’s main campus is located in Clifton Forge, Virginia. Besides, classes are also offered in the Greenfield Education & Training Center and the Rockbridge Regional Center.
Dabney S. Lancaster Community College offers programs of study in the fields of education, forensic science, hospitality services, business administration, networking, nursing, science, and microcomputer operations, among others. In addition, continuing education programs are also available.
The college sponsors a large number of student clubs and organizations. Among those available on campus include the Phi Theta Kappa, Administration of Justice Club, Dabney Christian Fellowship, Forestry Club, Nursing Students Association, Teachers Educate and Change Humanity (TEACH). The students also publish a newsletter called the “Lancaster Review”.
Dabney S Lancaster Community College is located in Clifton Forge, VA (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Dabney S Lancaster Community College is the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in medicine, therapy and counseling, and conservation and resource management.
Dabney S Lancaster Community College is an open-admission school.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Dabney S Lancaster Community College had 1,295 enrolled students in 2007.
More complete details are provided below.
Dabney S Lancaster Community College
1000 Dabney Drive
Clifton Forge, VA 24422-1000
General Phone: (540) 863-2815
http://www.dslcc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 49 | registered nursing |
| Liberal Arts | 42 | liberal arts and humanities |
| Therapy And Counseling | 22 | mental and social health services |
| Business And Management | 21 | business, MIS |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 14 | forest technology, forestry courses |
| Medicine | 8 | health professions |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 7 | security and protective services |
| Engineering Technician | 7 | architectural engineering tech, industrial tech, industrial production tech, electrical/electronic tech |
| Office And Administration | 6 | administrative assistant |
| Agricultural Science And Management | 0 | agricultural management |
Number of programs and degrees for Dabney S Lancaster Community College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 103 | 10 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 51 | 9 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 22 | 1 |
In 2007, Dabney S Lancaster Community College had a total enrollment of 1,295 students (753 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 94% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 22% |
| 18-19 | 26% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Virginia | 97% |
| State unknown | 1% |
| West Virginia | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 48 % |
| Part-Time | 29 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Clifton Forge, Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Virginia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,952 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,156 |
| Books and supplies | $ 750 |
Financial Aid:
Dabney S Lancaster Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 499600)
Dabney S Lancaster Community College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 2 | 0 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 11 | 9 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | academic year | 7 | $57,299 | 4 | $52,735 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $51,429 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 13 | $54,375 | 8 | $49,688 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Business and Management, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
Management Information Systems, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Forest Technology/Technician
Forestry, Other
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other
Industrial Technology/Technician
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Security and Protective Services, Other
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Dabney S Lancaster Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 8% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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