Vance-Granville Community CollegeStudent Guide

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Public Trade School in Henderson, NC. Operating on a semester system.

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Henderson, NC
4K+ students
@vancegranvillecommun.edu
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Student guide · Fall 2026 1st 8-Week Session

The semester, explained for Vance-Granville Community College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 1st 8-Week Session
Campus terms
7
Local details
11

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 1st 8-Week Session runs Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 12, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

16 entries
  1. Summer 2026 1st 4-Week Session
  2. Summer Term 2026 (8-Week)
  3. Summer 2026 2nd 4-Week SessionSummer Term 2026 - 2nd 4-Week
  4. Fall 2026 1st 8-Week SessionRelevant now
  5. Fall Semester 2026 (16-Week)
  6. Fall 2026 2nd 8-Week SessionFall Semester 2026 - 2nd 8-Week
  7. Spring 2027 1st 8-Week Session
  8. Spring Semester 2027 (16-Week)
  9. Spring 2027 2nd 8-Week SessionSpring Semester 2027 - 2nd 8-Week
  10. Summer 2027 1st 4-Week Session
  11. Summer Term 2027 (8-Week)
  12. Summer 2027 2nd 4-Week SessionSummer Term 2027 - 2nd 4-Week

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Campus language

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7 terms

P

PTK
Phi Theta Kappa; the international honor society for two-year colleges.

S

SGA
Student Government Association; the official representative body for the VGCC student population.
SkillsUSA
A partnership of students, teachers, and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce.
SNA
Student Nurses Association; a professional organization for students enrolled in the nursing program.

T

The Canteen
The primary food service and vending area located on the Main Campus for students to eat and socialize.

V

Vanguards
The official mascot and collective name for the students and athletic teams of VGCC.
VG
Common shorthand used by students and staff when referring to the college.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

11 details
Building 1
The main administrative building housing the President's office and student services.
Building 7
The building that houses the Library and the Learning Resources Center (LRC).
Franklin Campus
The satellite campus location situated in Louisburg.
Moodle
The Learning Management System (LMS) where students access online course materials and assignments.
myVGCC
The official student portal used to access grades, schedules, and financial aid information.
South Campus
The satellite campus location situated in Creedmoor/Butner.
The Civic
Shorthand for the Vance-Granville Civic Center (Building 8), used for large events and community gatherings.
The Hub
The centralized 'one-stop shop' for admissions, advising, financial aid, and registration services.
Vanguard Alert
The emergency notification system that sends text and email alerts to students regarding campus closures or safety.
Vanguard ID
The official student identification card required for library services and campus identification.
Warren Campus
The satellite campus location situated in Warrenton.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 1st 8-Week Session runs Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 12, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
7 approved campus terms and 11 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Phi Theta Kappa (PTK)

The international honor society for two-year colleges. Membership is by invitation to students who demonstrate academic excellence.

Invite only

Source: vgcc.edu · Verified 14 days ago

Student Government Association (SGA)

Serves as the official student voice of the VGCC student body. Promotes the general welfare of the college and facilitates communication among students, faculty, and administration.

Human Services Technology Club

Inspires students to reach their highest potential in their personal and professional lives by helping themselves and others. Provides opportunities for professional growth and applying skills in the community.

Open to all

Source: vgcc.edu · Verified 14 days ago

Resources & spaces

Academic Success Center (ASC)

Provides free walk-in and appointment-based tutorial services for various subjects on all VGCC campuses, as well as free online tutoring through Upswing.

Open to all

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Career Services

Assists students and alumni with career exploration, job search strategies, resume writing, interview preparation, and mock interviews.

Open to all

Child Care Center

Operates a full-time, five-star licensed Child Care Center on the Main Campus for children of students, employees, and the community, serving ages 1-5.

Source: vgcc.edu · Verified 14 days ago

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Counseling, Accessibility, & Support Services (CASS)

Offers free, confidential, short-term counseling and personal consultation through the Student Assistance Program (SAP). Also provides accessibility services and support for non-academic needs like food and housing.

Open to all

Library Services

Provides reference and instructional support, print and non-print media, online databases, Internet access, and quiet spaces for individual or group study.

Open to all

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Life in Henderson for Vance-Granville Community College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Henderson.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$530

Cost of Living Index

90

Student Population

4,500

City Transportation

Walkability

45

Bikeability

35

Public Transit

KARTS (regional bus service)

Nearest Airports

Raleigh-Durham International Airport, Henderson-Oxford Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

58°F

Avg Snowfall

4 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Student Parking

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Designated student parking areas are located near Buildings 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 10, as well as along Poplar Creek Road.

Staff Parking

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Designated staff parking is located near Buildings 1, 2, 5, and 9.

Visitor Parking

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Visitor parking is available near Buildings 1, 2, and 10.

Upcoming Events

What's happening at Vance-Granville Community College

Groovin' at the Gazebo

July 17, 2026

Gazebo Park, 416 Central Ave, Butner, NC 27509

A community outreach event featuring live music and entertainment.

Last Day To Withdraw With 'W' Grade (2nd 4wk)

July 20, 2026

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Academic deadline for withdrawing from second 4-week summer session classes with a 'W' grade.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Vance-Granville Community College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@vancegranvillecommun.edu

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