Southwest Virginia Community College Email Format
Higher EducationUnited States201-500 Employees
Southwest Virginia Community College is a public two-year institution serving residents across Buchanan County, portions of Dickenson County, and all of Russell and Tazewell counties in Southwest Virginia. It operates within a statewide system of community colleges and follows the policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges in concert with a Local College Board. The college runs on a semester schedule and maintains year-round operations, providing college-credit courses with significant evening availability to support students who work while studying. Based in the Cedar Bluff area, SWCC focuses on expanding access to higher education for local communities. In May 2026, the college announced collaborative partnerships with Tidewater Community College and Virginia Highlands Community College to host joint pinning ceremonies for students in health-related programs.