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Virginia College, established in 1983, and was founded by the Atlantis Group. The college is a private institution and the main campus is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The institution has more than 10 branch campuses. Some of the campuses are located in Huntsville, Alabama; Jackson, Mississippi; and Austin. It awards associate’s and baccalaureate’s degrees in a number of streams. These are administrative, management, and business, among others. In addition, few degree courses are also available here. Online courses are also offered.
Virginia College aims at maintaining an active student life. The campus is home to several clubs and organization which are based on the varied interest of the students. The college is home to a golf academy.
Virginia College Birmingham is located in a large suburb, in Birmingham, AL. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degree levels at Virginia College Birmingham top out at the Master's degree.
Students at the school often study design, office and administration, computer science and engineering, medical administration, and cooking and culinary arts.
The admissions department at Virginia College Birmingham does not accept all those who apply.
The school offers classes to 3,826 students (4,541 full-time equivalent). Minorities are common at Virginia College Birmingham. A very high share of students at the school are female.
Virginia College Birmingham has a large share of part-time students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Virginia College is a private, proprietary institution of higher education committed to offering diplomas, associate degrees, baccalaureate degrees, and master's degrees. The student's learning experience and placement opportunities are enhanced through studies that provide a balance of general academics, technical skills, and personal growth. The goal of Virginia College lies in its responsibility to its students, the technical and business communities, and the general citizenry. The College provides educational opportunities through curricula in business, business-related, administrative, management, technical, medical, and professional programs that are designed to prepare a student for direct entry into the job market or to enhance their chances of advancement within a business hierarchy."
More complete details are provided below.
Virginia College Birmingham
65 Bagby Dr.
Birmingham, AL 35209-3703
General Phone: (205) 802-1200
http://www.vc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 152 | business management, accounting, MIS, human resources |
| Cooking and Culinary Arts | 97 | culinary arts |
| Medical Support and Technology | 77 | surgical tech, sonography and ultrasound tech, pharmacy tech, respiratory therapy assistant |
| Medical Administration | 73 | medical office assistant, medical billing, clinical assistant |
| Design | 59 | graphic design, interior design |
| Office and Administration | 37 | administrative assistant |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 31 | criminal justice and administration |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 31 | computer security, computer networking, webmastering, database administration, computer programming, computer graphics |
| Therapy and Counseling | 20 | massage therapy |
| Law | 17 | legal assistant |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 5 | athletic trainer |
Number of programs and degrees for Virginia College Birmingham in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 345 | 18 |
| Bachelor's degree | 122 | 8 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 102 | 7 |
| Master's degree | 16 | 2 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 8 | 1 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 6 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Virginia College Birmingham had a total enrollment of 3,826 students (4,541 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 18% |
| Women | 82% |
| Full-Time | 82% |
| Part-Time | 18% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 96% |
| Graduate | 4% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 4% |
| 20-21 | 8% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 25% |
| 30-34 | 18% |
| 35-39 | 12% |
| 40-49 | 12% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 95 % |
| Part-Time | 66 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Birmingham, Alabama for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Alabama Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,708 | 1,097 | 64% | 1,097 | 100% |
| Men | 609 | 196 | 32% | 196 | 100% |
| Women | 1,099 | 901 | 82% | 901 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 14,596 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,596 |
Financial Aid:
Virginia College Birmingham participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3010600)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Management Information Systems, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Graphics
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Systems Security
Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration
Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General
DESIGN
Graphic Design
Interior Design
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller
Medical Office Assistant/Specialist
Medical/Health Management and Clinical Assistant/Specialist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Respiratory Therapy Technician/Assistant
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Virginia College Birmingham Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 2% |  |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 6% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 8% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in cooking and culinary arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in design (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library
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