Colleges Near Petersburg

Colleges and universities near me in the Petersburg, Virginia area

There are 2 colleges in Petersburg and 20 colleges within 50 miles enrolling a total of 77,860 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Virginia with a population of 32,420, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Petersburg. Driving time to these schools from Petersburg should be less than 1 hours. The top rated college in the area is University of Richmond in University of Richmond which is ranked #42 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is Virginia Commonwealth University enrolling 28,082 students. In terms of affordability, Southside Virginia Community College in Alberta offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $4,620 per year.

This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Petersburg.
Petersburg, VA within 50 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Rappahannock Community College
R
Glenns, VA
 

Rappahannock Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 2,591enrollment
  • $7,508net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
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49 miles from Petersburg

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Centura College Newport News
C
Newport News, VA
 

Centura College Newport News

Private 2 Year

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  • 209enrollment
  • $25,572net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
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48 miles from Petersburg

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Richard Bland College of the College of William and Mary and is 3.3 miles from Petersburg. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Richard Bland College of the College of William and Mary are $8,250 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Richard Bland College of the College of William and Mary freshmen are usually C+ students in high school with average GPA of 2.63. Learn more about Richard Bland College of the College of William and Mary admission chances.