The Peninsula's Community College
Thomas Nelson Community College. Your first choice.
Thomas Nelson is your first choice for success in career and life.
You're invited
Get to know Thomas Nelson. Join us for our Open House.
Open House
Hampton campus
April 20, 2018 1-4 p.m.
99 Thomas Nelson Drive
Hampton, VA 23666
Register now for summer and fall 2018
Summer classes are a great way to get ahead. Classes start May 21.
Visiting College Students
Are you planning on being home for the summer? Take a summer class at Thomas Nelson to transfer back to your school.
Continuing Education
Earn an industry-recognized credential in healthcare, cybersecurity, trades, or transportation. Classes are enrolling now, sign up today.
Your First Choice
Great teachers. Small class sizes.
Learning at Thomas Nelson is personal. Small class sizes allow individualized attention from our dedicated and distinguished faculty.
19
average class size
121
fulltime faculty
80+
programs of study
We're Accredited
An accredited college meets the highest standards in academic excellence.
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And the credits you earn are more likely to transfer to a 4-year school.
Complete your degree and earn more
Associate degree graduates earn an average of $10,900 more each year.
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Those with an industry-recognized credential earn 1/3 more.
Earn your associate degree, certification, or industry-recognized credential in these fields:
- Arts & Humanities
- Business & Finance
- College & University Transfer
- Cybersecurity & Computers
- Education & Social Science
- Engineering & Science
- Healthcare
- Manufacturing & Mechatronics
- Public Safety & Law
- Transportation & Licensing
Your First Choice
We make college possible. It's our mission.
As the cost of education continues to rise, our affordable tuition, financial aid and scholarship opportunities make a college education accessible to all.
41%
receive financial aid
150+
Scholarships
67%
underserved populations
Save $18,500
The average cost of attending a VA 4-year school is $23,000
$144
per credit hour
$4,500
Tuition and fees for attending a Virginia Community College *
Online Programs Starting fall 2018
Earn your associate degree or certification from Thomas Nelson completely online.
Our online programs offer you convenience and flexibility, allowing you to fit your educational goals into your busy life.
Your First Choice
We have something to offer everyone.
Learn alongside recent high school graduates, working adults, military service members and their families, and life-long learners who all made Thomas Nelson their first choice for career and life.
13,000+
students served annually
51%
minority race/ethnicity
29%
military affiliated students
29%
full-time students
71%
part-time students
49%
Ages 18–24
1 in 40
Peninsula residents take classes at Thomas Nelson
Your First Choice
Success. It's closer than you think.
It all happens right here on the Peninsula. Take classes at our campuses in Hampton and Williamsburg, at one of our learning and workforce centers, or learn online.
Hampton campus
Hampton, VA
Historic Triangle campus
Williamsburg, VA
Southeast Higher Education Center
Newport News, VA
Center for Building and Construction Trades
Hampton, VA
Celebrating 50 years of service.
Thomas Nelson was founded in 1967, as part of a statewide system of community colleges, and serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York.
Save the Date
50th Anniversary Gala
Saturday, October 13, 2018 6 p.m.
Hampton Roads Convention Center
Honoring the past, impacting the future. Our gala celebration will feature engaging speakers, great food, and lots of fun.
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