Is this school public or private?

Eastern Shore Community College is a public school located in Melfa, VA.

How much do most students pay after financial aid?

The average annual net price after aid is reported at $2,495. Forty percent of students received Pell Grants.

What trade programs are available and what credentials do they offer?

The school offers certificates in HVAC, vehicle repair, precision metal working, medical assisting, diagnostic professions, practical nursing, and computer sciences, plus 15 other programs.

What is the typical completion rate for students?

The reported completion rate is 35.2%. This figure undercounts students who transfer to four-year institutions.

How much do graduates typically earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,418. Liberal arts graduates earned $15,182 two years after completion.

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Eastern Shore Community College

Melfa, Virginia · public · mainly awards certificates · 495 students · WeldingMachining & CNCHVACDiesel MechanicsAutomotive TechnologyAviation MaintenanceMedical AssistingPractical Nursing (LPN/LVN)EMT & ParamedicRadiologic Technology

Avg net price / yr

$2,495

cheaper than 94% of comparable schools

Completion rate

35.2%

Median debt at completion

not reported

Median earnings (10 yrs after entry)

$32,418

earns ~$12,993.2 per $1k of yearly net price

About

Eastern Shore Community College in Melfa, VA is a public institution mainly awarding certificates to adult learners. With an average annual net price of $2,495, it offers trade training alongside general studies programs.

What to know

The average annual net price after aid is reported at $2,495. The completion rate is 35.2%, which reflects transfer-out data for public community colleges. Median earnings 10 years after entry are $32,418, while liberal arts graduates earned $15,182 two years after completion.

Net price is 55% below the Virginia median ($5,490) for schools offering these programs. Reported median earnings are 15% below the national median ($38,354) for comparable schools.

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40.4% of students here receive federal Pell Grants. Get aid deadlines and program matches for Welding programs in Virginia.

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Programs & what graduates earn

Program	Credential	Median earnings 2 yrs after completion
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Precision Metal Working	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants	undergraduate certificate	not reported

Show all 17 other programs at this school

Program	Credential	Median earnings (2 yr after completion)
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities	associate degree	$15,182
Computer and Information Sciences, General	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Computer Software and Media Applications	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians	associate degree	not reported
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services	associate degree	not reported
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Criminal Justice and Corrections	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians	associate degree	not reported
Health and Medical Administrative Services	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Business Administration, Management and Operations	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Business Administration, Management and Operations	associate degree	not reported
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services	undergraduate certificate	not reported

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Questions students ask

Is this school public or private?: Eastern Shore Community College is a public school located in Melfa, VA.
How much do most students pay after financial aid?: The average annual net price after aid is reported at $2,495. Forty percent of students received Pell Grants.
What trade programs are available and what credentials do they offer?: The school offers certificates in HVAC, vehicle repair, precision metal working, medical assisting, diagnostic professions, practical nursing, and computer sciences, plus 15 other programs.
What is the typical completion rate for students?: The reported completion rate is 35.2%. This figure undercounts students who transfer to four-year institutions.
How much do graduates typically earn?: Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,418. Liberal arts graduates earned $15,182 two years after completion.

Other options in Virginia

School	City	Net price / yr	Completion	Earnings (10 yr)
Advanced Technology Institute	Virginia Beach	$16,358	76.6%	$46,342
Central Virginia Community College	Lynchburg	$6,928	30%	$36,627
Mountain Gateway Community College	Clifton Forge	$4,861	41.7%	$34,293
Danville Community College	Danville	$6,669	33.8%	$31,664
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College	Richmond	$5,168	22.2%	$39,529
Brightpoint Community College	Chester	$5,490	27.9%	$41,223

Data: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (most recent release, pulled July 2026), school ID 232052. Figures are federally reported medians and may lag current prices. "Not reported" means the federal dataset suppresses or lacks the value — often due to small cohort sizes. How we compute comparisons. This site is independent and not affiliated with any government agency or school.