The Amherst Center, a satellite campus of Central Virginia Community College (CVCC), serves as a premier educational hub for Amherst County residents. Through a robust partnership with Amherst County Public Schools, the Center provides an accelerated pathway for students to achieve post-secondary success in a state-of-the-art learning environment.
Program Details
- Degree Awarded: General Studies, AS – Amherst County Early College
- Official Program Catalog: CVCC Academic Catalog
- Program Handbook: Early College Handbook
- Duration: Two-year accelerated track (Junior and Senior years).
- Credit Total: 63 Credits, encompassing comprehensive general education requirements.
- Transferability: Credits are fully transferable to all Virginia public colleges and universities.
Admission Requirements
- Rising high school junior
- Academic Standing: Minimum cumulative 3.5 GPA
- Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra II.
- Submission of Early College application including recommendation forms from the following
- High school counselor
- English teacher
- Math teacher
- Parental Permission
Application Window
- The enrollment window typically opens in mid- December through mid-March.
Instructional Methodology
The Amherst Center utilizes a flexible, multi-modal approach to instruction:
- Traditional Classroom: Face-to-face instruction at the Amherst facility.
- Hybrid Courses: A blend of in-person and independent online learning.
- Live Online: Real-time, synchronous instruction delivered via Zoom.
Community & Workforce Development
The Center provides specialized workforce training for local business needs and offers a technology-equipped meeting room (seating 85).
- Public/Non-Profit: Free of charge for government and non-profit organizations.
- Private: Available for reservation for a nominal fee.
| Contact | Title | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| George Ferguson | Site Coordinator | 434-832-7211 |
| Latonya Lee | Administrative Assistant Specialist III | 434-832-6593 |
Live Online courses are delivered live, real-time (days/times established) using web-conferencing software, Zoom. Faculty teaching these courses do not have students present with them - all students are "remote." Students needing training can attend on the main campus, at one of the off-site centers and provide their own headset/mic to participate in class.