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Tidewater Community College

Norfolk, Virginia · City: MidsizeOfficial Website ↗

#564
Nationally
#14
In Virginia
$4,818
In-State Tuition
per year
15,912
Undergrad Enrollment
10,000–19,999
Overall Score & Rankings
56/100
Good
#564 nationally
#14 in Virginia
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth82

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

Tidewater Community College is a public two-year community college located in Norfolk, Virginia. The college enrolls approximately 15,912 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $4,818 per year ($10,116 out-of-state), near the national average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$4,818/yr
In-State Fees$896/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$10,116/yr
Room & Board$1,875/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$7,589/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$13,592/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$4,818↓ Below avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
15,912
Total Undergrads
58% F / 42% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 43%
Hispanic 12%
Black 28%
Asian 5%
Two or more 8%
International 1%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • ✓Reasonable room and board costs at $1,875/yr
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, and working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationNorfolk, Virginia
SettingCity: Midsize
Size10,000–19,999
State Ranking
#14
in Virginia out of 7+ colleges
#564
nationally
Other Colleges in Virginia
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Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.