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Eastern Virginia Career College
Fredericksburg, Virginia · Private for-profit career college
Address: 10304 Spotsylvania Ave, Suite 400, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 · Phone: (540) 373-2200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Eastern Virginia Career College is a private for-profit trade school in Fredericksburg, Virginia offering esthetician, medical assistant, and LPN programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and others.
Eastern Virginia Career College has a 65.8% completion rate, above the Virginia average of 57.1%, with median graduate debt of $10,500 and median earnings of $37,304 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. The school accepts federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 50.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $31,530 | $39,350 | $49,980 |
| Medical assistants | $37,090 | $44,740 | $46,570 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,580 | $64,920 | $74,540 |
| Phlebotomists | $37,370 | $46,340 | $49,900 |
| Massage therapists | $38,070 | $62,220 | $93,600 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists (U.S.) | $27,040 | $35,790 | $48,830 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 42 | not reported | $15,922 | $7,917 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | $27,933 | $22,290 | $5,928 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $36,791 | $36,221 | $14,750 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 4 | $52,068 | $49,058 | $14,750 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 2 | not reported | $15,922 | $7,917 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Eastern Virginia Career College is a private for-profit trade school in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The campus participates in federal financial aid (Title IV) and is accredited, with recognition from the American Occupational Therapy Association's Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy, the Council on Occupational Education, and the National League for Nursing's Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation. The school offers 7 program families, most commonly esthetician schools, medical assistant programs, and LPN / LVN programs.
Federal data show a completion rate of 65.8%, above the Virginia state average of 57.1%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $37,304. About 50.4% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 177 undergraduates and 106 trade completers, this is a small, focused campus offering short, career-specific programs rather than multi-year associate degrees. This structure, along with its suburban locale, may suit adult learners or career changers looking for a compact path into fields like esthetics, medical assisting, or practical nursing, though the data alone cannot confirm fit for any individual. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling. Contacting the school directly for tuition, schedule, and program-length details is recommended since those figures are not included in federal reporting reviewed here.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Eastern Virginia Career College offers 7 program families, most notably esthetician schools, medical assistant programs, and LPN / LVN programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, with recognition from the American Occupational Therapy Association's Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy, the Council on Occupational Education, and the National League for Nursing's Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and about 50.4% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 65.8%, which is above the Virginia state average of 57.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $37,304, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (540) 373-2200 or visit its website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and eligibility for certain aid programs compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status with the listed accreditors and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?441858.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not specified in the data provided; contact the school to learn what credentials each program prepares graduates to pursue.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Eastern Virginia Career College by phone at (540) 373-2200 or through its website at https://www.evcc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.