Eastern Shore Community College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Also known as: ESCC

Melfa, VA
(757) 789-1789
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โœ“ GI Bill approved ยท 17 GI Bill students

What Are the Key Stats for Eastern Shore Community College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$5,082

Total Enrollment

859

Graduation Rate

41.1%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

260

Last reported year

How Eastern Shore Community College Compares

Eastern Shore Community College runs a focused operation at 859 students. Tuition: $5,082. Net price: $3,005. Graduation: 41%. Retention: 67%. Smaller scale typically signals deeper specialization in fewer trades โ€” a real advantage if your target trade is one of them, less so if you're still exploring.

Where is Eastern Shore Community College?

Virtual Campus Tour of Eastern Shore Community College

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Eastern Shore Community College

34 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 24.0199
19 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 19.0709
19 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 48.0508
18 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 47.0201
17 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.3901

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Eastern Shore Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("โ€”") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric โ€” they never mean zero.

In the CDL Class A program at Eastern Shore Community College, 56% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 97% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,663 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
CDL Class A97%56%60%$8,663
Licensed Practical Nurse100%100%100%$11,043
Medical Assistant100%85%85%$6,898
Welding100%28%44%$10,353
Early Childhood Educationโ€”60%75%$3,196

All 8 verified program outcomes for Eastern Shore Community College โ†’

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Explore Eastern Shore Community College

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Enrollment

Eastern Shore Community College enrolls 859 students. The student body is 60.7% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 67% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Eastern Shore Community College maintains a 24:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing strong opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a good 67% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. The college accommodates diverse student needs with flexible enrollment options for part-time and working students.

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Faculty & Staff

Eastern Shore Community College employs 14 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 24:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides strong opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 100% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Eastern Shore Community College offers programs in 11 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other, Child Care Provider/Assistant, and Welding Technology/Welder. In 2025, the college awarded 260 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Eastern Shore Community College is $5,082 for in-state students and $11,520 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $3,005 (average savings of $2,077). Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Eastern Shore Community College achieves a 36.7% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 31% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
29316 Lankford Hwy
Melfa, VA, 23410
Administrator
Dr. Daryl Minus
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $5,082
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $11,520
Average Net Price $3,005

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00374800
EIN: 541268269
IPEDS ID: 232052
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