Virginia College Reviews

"I wanted to make a career change and enrolled in the medical assistant program at Virginia College. I was impressed when told that instructors were dedicated to their students' success. By the end of the first week of classes, I realized I'd made a big mistake. I had the same instructor for two classes and his "lectures" were reading from the textbook. The first "test" was identical to the study sheet provided two days before the "test." My math instructor breezed through the material so fast that I could not keep up and when I expressed concern to her, she said "Read the textbook and you'll be fine." Are you serious? That's dedication to my success? That's teaching? I asked about the tutoring she said she offered on the first day of class. Her response was that she was available for one hour one day a week ---- but only if five students needed tutoring. Are you serious? That's dedication to my success? I withdrew immediately and was actually shocked that I received in full the money I'd paid before the start of classes."

"I was attending the online course. I did not graduate, I dropped out after I found out that they are not recognized by any paralegal organizations, NFPA, NALA,BAR, and CAPA The teacher was a joke. Do yourself a favor and look else where for a school."

"I am currently in my third semester at Virginia College. My only complaint is the lack of communication between students and professors. The professors do not respond to emails or questions on the Q & A board. If I am asking a questions regarding an assignment and I do not receive a reply how am I supposed to submit the assignment on time especially if the links for certain materials needed for the assignment aren't working."

"The customer service SUCKS. This is by far the worse school ever. They could care less about their students. Save your money! I have emailed my advisor L. several times with no reply. The grades OFTEN grade wrong on quizzes and exams that are pre-graded A-D, I have had to email professors SEVERAL TIMES about things being graded wrong due to the 'system.'"

"I attended Virginia College in Georgia and started out in the Medical Billing & Coding certificate program and decided to continue and finish with an Associates Degree in Healthcare Reimbursement. Overall my experience was a positive one. I graduated both times at the top of my programs and really achieved a sense of pride in being able to stay committed and follow through. As any student knows schools are challenging and everyone has their own opinions on how things are presented/conducted, but they never take in account that not every institute or instructor is at their own personal beckoning call. Virginia College has multiple campus' and the curriculum is the same throughout, unfortunately, with that being said the instructors are tied down and not able to make necessary changes in their own classes. We questioned how the main campus came up with the programs curriculum and if the ones making these choices were even people experienced in our field or just suit and tie in a cubical/office deciding what looks good. The staff and instructors were, to me, well educated in the sections they taught, but I stayed active in attending the "the town meetings" and becoming a Student Ambassador to be sure that I knew what was going on and any issues I had were voiced. The school has uniforms for every program and occasional dress down times, which people still violated and were not reprimanded when needed according to the school policy which caused friction and confusion. Also the attendance policy needs to seriously be reevaluated and there are mandatory surveys...a lot of those. You are limited to take a max of 12 credits per quarter (3 classes). I see how this helps to keep students from getting overwhelmed, however there were times I knew I could take an extra class and still have been able to accomplish everything else I had going on outside of school. The career center is helpful in aiding with resumes and job opportunities and can continue to help you in networking after you finish school, as well as, utilizing other campus centers should you move. Your books are included in the tuition so no opportunity to possibly get them used somewhere else and there is no buy back on campus. If you are planning to transfer out be sure to check transferring credits as I have heard VC's credits don't transfer well. If you are positive and motivated take the time to tour the campus and talk with other students to get their personal feedback before deciding if this is the school/campus for you and also they offer online classes."

"Best decision I have made for my life! In doing both the pastry and culinary programs at Virginia College, I feel more than ready to go out into the world and begin my career! I gained knowledge in doing something I love to do but also gained confidence and self-esteem in myself to know I can accomplish whatever I put my mind to. The instructors were knowledgeable but also very supportive when I needed it. I graduated in October 2015 from Pastry Arts and will be graduating July 2016 from Culinary Arts. I can't thank Virginia College enough for all the support that they have given me throughout this experience; everyone including the staff and student counselors! I know that if I ever need to talk with someone that they are only a phone call away, even after I graduate. Again, this is the best decision I have made for my life! Thank You Virginia College!"

"I was excited to start school, but when I graduated I did not feel like I was adequately prepared for my field. We were never offered an internship, for our technology in the law office course we had none of the technology being taught about to get hands on experience, the quality of students left a lot of questions about screening processes, and there were instances of cheating that teachers knew about where nothing was ever done about."

"BEST SCHOOL EVER. STAFF WORKS WITH YOU IN EVERY POSSIBLE WAY. CAN'T WAIT TO GO BACK AND GET MY RN DEGREE. HAS PREPARED ME FOR AN OUTSTANDING CAREER AND IMPROVED MY SOCIAL SKILLS. IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT ANYTHING, YOU COULD ALWAYS TALK TO SOMEONE ON CAMPUS. SONIA E. 2016 GRADUATE"

"It was a good program I enjoyed most of the staff. I loved the lab classes but I think we should've did more labs instead of learning out of the books. I also think that the staff should teach a little more instead of you trying to figure stuff out on your own."

"Going to school and working full time. I was able to switch between day and night classes for some of the courses. The teachers were understanding and very helpful. My program direct was tough but just wanted to see you succeed. Financing and other departments were helpful."

"Even though the course was very short the teachers always tried there to help you every step of the way. I will definitely recommend this school for education but the financial aid was the worst part of the whole process. There was always an issue or something that needed to be fix or the school threaten to kick you out."

"I had good and bad experiences with Virginia College. I attended the one in Spartanburg SC, they can't keep staff, teachers always leavings, always sometime new. The financial aid office was terrible, but overall I was pretty pleased. I did not graduate on time because of the financial aid, but I did graduate and now I have a wonderful job that I am thankful for, and I would not have that job if I had not attended Virginia College."

"I attended Virginia College's online program, which was extremely conducive for my lifestyle. The instructors made sure we knew how and when was a good time to contact them. Throughout the five years I was enrolled the knowledge I gained has been able to help me earn awards at work."

"It is a good college.the teachers are there for you if you need them.financial aid help you all the time.carreer services help you before you graduate with preparing you to find a job. I was glad to attend this college.it was a little pricey but well worth it."

"Starting my career path at Virginia college of Mobile was the best choices I've made. The teachers and staff were very helpful from the beginning to the end. They make you feel like your never alone. I would tell anyone that's looking for a great school to choose Virginia college of mobile they really do help make your dreams come true."

"I was very satisfied when beginning class in January of 2015 all the way up until now. First off I will begin by saying I became pregnant while attending school and I stayed to finish despite the fact. I had my child one term before I was to graduate so I took a term off to recuperate and spend time with my new little one. I returned the following term and I was expecting to graduate next week. I was told that because I am a returning student my form for my cap and gown wasn't mailed to me and that I wouldn't receive it in time so I cannot walk across stage. I am an A and B student despite the struggles I've endured I pushed on to make it this far. They don't care about what all I've put into this just the money I'm paying. They couldn't mail my form but they could mail a letter begging me to return. Yet I'm paying for graduation supplies regardless!! What a joke I will not recommend just for this reason. My education was great but graduation ceremony was denied of me."

"Please avoid this place. They are a complete ripoff. You can get a CMA certification for FREE through some employers. They are so unethical. Do yourself a favor and invest in something positive and worth your while. Not this place. It's very unorganized and trashy."

"When we returned for Spring term, we were handed last minute schedule changes including double booking of classes.. They discontinued classes we had been scheduled for which has added a semester and tuition costs for myself and untold hassles for many others. There is no way to contact corporate and they don't return any calls. They simply don't care. Instructors and program directors are great but management is in it for the money."

"PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE stay AWAY from this school. I started VC in 2010 and graduated in 2012. I have yet to pass the AAMA certification. Half of the questions that were asked we did not learn. VC is the most unchallenging school I have ever attended. The amount of debt that you go in to get your diploma is ridiculous. The loan amount was no where near what the actual amount is. VC only cares about taking people's monies rather than teach. I have about 6 friends who I met at VC and just like me they have failed their certification. VC is a JOKE!!!"

"This school is so unorganized & does not cater to military students as well as they advertise. I went to the school 4 months before they even reported to the VA for me. They always have "system issues" when it comes to getting you your money, you always have to wait. Pursing a degree at this school is an extra headache in itself. I withdrew within a year."