$9,210/yr
Average net price per year, what students actually pay
Mountain Empire Community College
Big Stone Gap, VA·Public · 2-year
GradFax Verified · Federal IPEDS data, updated July 26, 2026
Overview
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Mountain Empire Community College is a small-town public two-year institution located in Big Stone Gap, VA. It enrolls a small student body of approximately 2,116 undergraduate students. As a public institution, it is supported by state funding and typically offers lower tuition rates for in-state residents.
At a glance
Data from IPEDS, U.S. Dept. of Education.
Academics
Student:faculty
22:1
Avg class size (est.)
~55 students
Data from IPEDS, U.S. Dept. of Education. Verify current figures with the school.
Costs
Net price calculator
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Financial aid
Receiving financial aid
55%
Avg grant aid
$5,738
Data from College Scorecard, U.S. Dept. of Education.
Student body
Data from IPEDS, U.S. Dept. of Education. Verify current figures with the school.
Location
Distance from home
Cost of living
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More about Mountain Empire Community College
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