Virginia Board of Community Colleges

The Virginia Board of Community Colleges is the governing body responsible for overseeing the Virginia Community College System. It establishes policies, approves budgets, and sets strategic priorities to ensure accessible, high-quality higher education and workforce training across Virginia. The board supports community colleges in providing local residents with educational opportunities that foster economic development, lifelong learning, and career readiness. Comprising appointed members, it functions as a key leader in directing the statewide community college network, aligning educational programs with state needs, and promoting cooperation among colleges for the benefit of students and communities.