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Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts Degree Fine Arts Major

Associate of Arts
Virginia Western Community College

The Liberal Arts - Fine Arts degree is designed to transfer to a four-year program in a professional art school or another program in fine arts. This program provides students with a well-rounded background and prepares students for further education in a variety of careers in the visual and performing arts.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Delivery Mode
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Virginia Western Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
Program Credit Requirements
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Credit and Course Requirements for the Program are expected in a future release. Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. If you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
  • Contact the institution where a staff member can help you map your credits to the requirements for this program.
  • View the program requirements listed in the institution's catalog.
If you are interested in the cost of attending this institution, please visit the institution's cost page to review costs
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion To discuss how your previous degree can be incorporated into your new long term goals, please meet with an advisor.

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School To discuss how your previous degree can be incorporated into your new long term goals, please meet with an advisor.
Credit for Prior Learning Yes
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Virginia Western Community College
College Level Information
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Transfer Center
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Transfer Admission Application
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Transfer Student Aid
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Number of Transfer Students
519
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Virginia Western Community College's service region includes the cities of Roanoke and Salem, along with Roanoke County, Craig County, Franklin County, and southern Botetourt County. Virginia Western was the first college established in the Virginia Community College System, in 1966, and has grown from an initial enrollment of 1,352 to its current annual enrollment of more than 8,500 students in credit courses and more than 1,200 enrollments in accelerated career training and continuing education courses.
Transfer Student Catalog Year A student's catalog year is determined by their first semester of attendance in the major.
First Year Student Catalog Year A student's catalog year is determined by their first semester of attendance in the major.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions https://www.virginiawestern.edu/transfer/transfer-agreements/
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Art degree in Liberal Arts: Fine Arts MajorAssociateAssociate of Art2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Arts Degree in Visual ArtsAssociateAssociate of Applied Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Fine Arts in Visual Arts DegreeAssociateAssociate of Fine Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community CollegeSocial Sciences: History Major, A.S.AssociateAssociate of Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community CollegeContract Management, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Arts Degree in Visual Arts - Film SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Fine Arts Degree in MusicAssociateAssociate of Fine Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Fine Arts - MusicAssociateAssociate of Fine Arts2-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeMusic with Education Minor for VA Teaching Licensure in Instrumental Music (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeMusic with Education Minor for VA Teaching Licensure in Vocal/Choral Music (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeMusic (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Bridgewater CollegeMusic Major - BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Arts - Studio Arts (Photographic Media Arts)AssociateAssociate of Applied Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Richard Bland CollegeAssociate of ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Arts - Studio ArtsAssociateAssociate of Applied Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Arts - Studio Arts (Glass)AssociateAssociate of Applied Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Randolph-Macon CollegeArts Management - Art (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeArts Management - Music (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeArts Management - Theater (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeStudio Art (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeArts Management - Film (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph-Macon CollegeArt History (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Arts Degree in Visual Arts - Photo SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Emory & Henry UniversityArt: Studio (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
George Mason UniversityFilm and Video Studies, BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph CollegeBachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal JusticeBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph CollegeBachelor of Arts in Film and Video StudiesBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityCinema, Bachelor of ArtsBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Hollins UniversityBA in FilmBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Roanoke CollegeBachelor of Arts in Screen StudiesBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
William & MaryFilm & Media Studies, Interdisciplinary Studies - Bachelor of ArtsBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Shenandoah UniversityBachelor of Music in CompositionBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Shenandoah UniversityBachelor of Arts Film ProductionBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Bridgewater CollegeMusic Education Major - BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Graphic and Media Design DegreeAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Graphic DesignAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Longwood University Graphic and Animation Design BFABachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Roanoke CollegeBachelor of Arts in ArtBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityGraphic Design, Bachelor of Fine ArtsBachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Emory & Henry UniversityArt: Graphic Design (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityPhotography and Film with concentration in Filmmaking, Bachelor of Fine ArtsBachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityPhotography and Film with concentration in Photography, Bachelor of Fine ArtsBachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Hollins UniversityBA in Studio ArtBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Bridgewater CollegeArt Major - BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph CollegeBachelor of Arts in Studio ArtBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph CollegeBachelor of Fine Arts in Studio ArtBachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Hollins UniversityBA in Art HistoryBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
James Madison UniversityBachelor of Arts, Major in Art HistoryBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Roanoke CollegeBachelor of Arts in Art HistoryBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
George Mason UniversityArt History, BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Old Dominion UniversityArt History-BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Old Dominion UniversityStudio Art-BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
University of Mary WashingtonBA in Art HistoryBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Randolph CollegeBachelor of Arts in Art HistoryBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityArt History, Bachelor of ArtsBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityMusic with concentration in Media Scoring, Bachelor of ArtsBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Mountain Gateway Community CollegeAssociate of Arts Degree in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online
Eastern Shore Community CollegeAssociate of Arts Degree in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate in Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Arts in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Arts in Liberal Arts - American Sign Language/Deaf Studies MajorAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Arts Degree in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Mountain Empire Community CollegeAssociate of Arts in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Art in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Art in Liberal Arts-Fine Arts MajorAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Arts in Liberal Arts-Visual Communication Design MajorAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts Degree in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Arts in Liberal Arts DegreeAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Arts - Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate of Arts Degree in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate of Art Degree in Liberal Arts Major in ArtAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts - Major in TheatreAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate of Arts in Liberal Arts - Major in MusicAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
James Madison UniversityBachelor of Music, Major in MusicBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
James Madison UniversityBachelor of Arts, Major in MusicBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
George Mason UniversityMusic, BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
George Mason UniversityMusic, BMBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Old Dominion UniversityMusic Composition-BMBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Old Dominion UniversityMusic-BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Old Dominion UniversityMusic Education-BMBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Old Dominion UniversityMusic Performance-BMBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Old Dominion UniversitySound Recording Technology-BMBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Shenandoah UniversityBachelor of Music Jazz StudiesBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Shenandoah UniversityBachelor of Music PerformanceBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityMusic, Bachelor of ArtsBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityMusic with concentration in Music Education/Instrumental, Bachelor of MusicBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityMusic with concentration in Music Education/Vocal-Choral, Bachelor of MusicBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityMusic with concentration in Performance/Guitar, Bachelor of MusicBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityMusic with concentration in Performance/Jazz Studies, Bachelor of MusicBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityMusic with concentration in Performance/Piano, Bachelor of MusicBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityMusic with concentration in Performance/Strings, Bachelor of MusicBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityMusic with concentration in Performance/Voice, Bachelor of MusicBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityMusic with concentration in Performance/Winds and Percussion, Bachelor of MusicBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Averett UniversityBachelor of Arts in MusicBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Emory & Henry UniversityMusic (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Emory & Henry UniversityMusic Performance (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Emory & Henry UniversityMusic Instrumental Teacher Preparation (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Emory & Henry UniversityMusic Voice Performance (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Emory & Henry UniversityMusic Vocal Teacher Preparation (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
The University of Virginia's College at WiseBachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in Elementary EducationBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Northern Virginia Community CollegeLiberal Arts, A.A.AssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online
Northern Virginia Community CollegeLiberal Arts: Art History Major, A.A.AssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online
Northern Virginia Community CollegeLiberal Arts: Communication Studies Major, A.A.AssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online
Northern Virginia Community CollegeLiberal Arts: English Major, A.A.AssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online
Northern Virginia Community CollegeLiberal Arts: International Studies Major, A.A.AssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online
Rappahannock Community CollegeAssociate in Arts Degree in Liberal ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Arts in Liberal Arts Theatre MajorAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Arts in Liberal Arts, Communication MajorAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts in Visual and Performing Arts, Arts MajorAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts in Visual and Performing Arts, Theatre and Drama MajorAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Sweet Briar CollegeBachelor of Arts in Performing ArtsBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Christopher Newport UniversityBachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in ActingBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Christopher Newport UniversityBachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Arts AdministrationBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Christopher Newport UniversityBachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Directing/Dramatic LiteratureBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Christopher Newport UniversityBachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Design/Technical TheaterBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Christopher Newport UniversityBachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Musical TheaterBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Christopher Newport UniversityBachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Theater StudiesBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Art - Art Education PK-12 BFABachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Art Studio - Artist’s Books and Printmaking BFABachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Art Studio - Design in Craft BFABachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Art Studio - Painting/Drawing BFABachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Art Studio - Photography BFABachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Music - Piano Pedagogy Emphasis BABachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Music BABachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Music Education PK-12 - Choral Track BMBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Music Education PK-12 - Instrumental Track BMBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Performance BMBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre - Specialist in Design and Technology BFA BachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre - Specialist in Performance BFABachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre Education PK-12 BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre Generalist BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
George Mason UniversityArt and Visual Technology, BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
George Mason UniversityArt and Visual Technology, BFABachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
University of Mary WashingtonBA in TheatreBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Ferrum CollegeB.F.A. in Music and Theatre: Professional Stage PerformanceBachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts Degree in Fine Arts - MusicAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
The University of Virginia's College at WiseBachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in ArtBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
25-1121.00Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, PostsecondaryTeach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
27-2041.00Music Directors and ComposersConduct, direct, plan, and lead instrumental or vocal performances by musical artists or groups, such as orchestras, bands, choirs, and glee clubs; or create original works of music.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-4021.00PhotographersPhotograph people, landscapes, merchandise, or other subjects. May use lighting equipment to enhance a subject's appearance. May use editing software to produce finished images and prints. Includes commercial and industrial photographers, scientific photographers, and photojournalists.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-1019.00Artists and Related Workers, All OtherAll artists and related workers not listed separately.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-2012.03Media Programming DirectorsDirect and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in preparation of radio or television station program schedules and programs, such as sports or news.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-2012.05Media Technical Directors/ManagersCoordinate activities of technical departments, such as taping, editing, engineering, and maintenance, to produce radio or television programs.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-2012.00Producers and DirectorsProduce or direct stage, television, radio, video, or film productions for entertainment, information, or instruction. Responsible for creative decisions, such as interpretation of script, choice of actors or guests, set design, sound, special effects, and choreography.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-2012.04Talent DirectorsAudition and interview performers to select most appropriate talent for parts in stage, television, radio, or motion picture productions.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-1013.00Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and IllustratorsCreate original artwork using any of a wide variety of media and techniques.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-4031.00Camera Operators, Television, Video, and FilmOperate television, video, or film camera to record images or scenes for television, video, or film productions.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-4032.00Film and Video EditorsEdit moving images on film, video, or other media. May work with a producer or director to organize images for final production. May edit or synchronize soundtracks with images.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
25-1199.00Postsecondary Teachers, All OtherAll postsecondary teachers not listed separately.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
27-2042.00Musicians and SingersPlay one or more musical instruments or sing. May perform on stage, for broadcasting, or for sound or video recording.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
13-2022.00Appraisers of Personal and Business PropertyAppraise and estimate the fair value of tangible personal or business property, such as jewelry, art, antiques, collectibles, and equipment. May also appraise land.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
25-4011.00ArchivistsAppraise, edit, and direct safekeeping of permanent records and historically valuable documents. Participate in research activities based on archival materials.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
27-1012.00Craft ArtistsCreate or reproduce handmade objects for sale and exhibition using a variety of techniques, such as welding, weaving, pottery, and needlecraft.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
25-4012.00CuratorsAdminister collections, such as artwork, collectibles, historic items, or scientific specimens of museums or other institutions. May conduct instructional, research, or public service activities of institution.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
25-4013.00Museum Technicians and ConservatorsRestore, maintain, or prepare objects in museum collections for storage, research, or exhibit. May work with specimens such as fossils, skeletal parts, or botanicals; or artifacts, textiles, or art. May identify and record objects or install and arrange them in exhibits. Includes book or document conservators.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
27-1011.00Art DirectorsFormulate design concepts and presentation approaches for visual productions and media, such as print, broadcasting, video, and film. Direct workers engaged in artwork or layout design.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-1024.00Graphic DesignersDesign or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-1014.00Special Effects Artists and AnimatorsCreate special effects or animations using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in products, such as computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
15-1255.01Video Game DesignersDesign core features of video games. Specify innovative game and role-play mechanics, story lines, and character biographies. Create and maintain design documentation. Guide and collaborate with production staff to produce games as designed.Computer and Mathematical Occupations
15-1255.00Web and Digital Interface DesignersDesign digital user interfaces or websites. Develop and test layouts, interfaces, functionality, and navigation menus to ensure compatibility and usability across browsers or devices. May use web framework applications as well as client-side code and processes. May evaluate web design following web and accessibility standards, and may analyze web use metrics and optimize websites for marketability and search engine ranking. May design and test interfaces that facilitate the human-computer interaction and maximize the usability of digital devices, websites, and software with a focus on aesthetics and design. May create graphics used in websites and manage website content and links.Computer and Mathematical Occupations
25-1122.00Communications Teachers, PostsecondaryTeach courses in communications, such as organizational communications, public relations, radio/television broadcasting, and journalism. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 60 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Plan Name Not Provided at Virginia Western Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 4 semesters or 2 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $170 Per Credit $10,200 $0 $10,200 Includes Dual Enrollment
Fees
Fees $15 Per Credit $900 0 $900
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.