Colleges Near Roanoke

Colleges and universities near me in the Roanoke, Virginia area

There are 4 colleges in Roanoke and 22 colleges within 50 miles enrolling a total of 179,884 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Virginia with a population of 97,032, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Roanoke. Driving time to these schools from Roanoke should be less than 1 hours. The top rated college in the area is Washington and Lee University in Lexington which is ranked #28 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is Liberty University enrolling 103,068 students. In terms of affordability, Dabney S Lancaster Community College in Clifton Forge offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $4,758 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 Roanoke.
Roanoke, VA within 50 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

22 results

Randolph College
R
Lynchburg, VA
 

Randolph College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

 

  • 634enrollment
  • $20,856net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 960-1210SAT range
  • 20-24ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA

45 miles from Roanoke

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Virginia University of Lynchburg
V
HBCU
Lynchburg, VA
 

Virginia University of Lynchburg

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 589enrollment
  • $17,734net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.1Avg GPA

45 miles from Roanoke

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Washington and Lee University
W
Lexington, VA

Washington and Lee University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

#1 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 2,277enrollment
  • $24,667net price
  • 17%acceptance rate
  • 1410-1530SAT range
  • 32-35ACT range
  • 3.87Estimated Avg GPA

Applications Due Jan 1

45 miles from Roanoke

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Southern Virginia University
S
Buena Vista, VA

Southern Virginia University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 967enrollment
  • $25,440net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 943-1253SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.19Avg GPA

46 miles from Roanoke

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