Founded in 1970, Lord Fairfax Community College. is a college. Located in Virginia, which is a city setting in Virginia, the campus itself is Rural. The campus is home to 6,868 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.
The Lord Fairfax Community College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 22:1. There are 76 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Lord Fairfax Community College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.
Quick Facts
Acceptance Rate
100%
Application Deadline
Application Fee
0
SAT Range
ACT Range
Admissions at are considered , with ,2% of all applicants being admitted.
In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.
0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.
STUDENT LIFE Reviews
We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Lord Fairfax Community College.
0%
“We”re apathetic”
69%
“We know about current events and vote”
31%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
23%
“We save it for the classroom”
23%
“Sometimes, but not often”
54%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
0%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
8%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
92%
“I feel extremely safe”
100%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
23%
“It”s not really our thing”
23%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
46%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
8%
“We”re a very artistic group”
8%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
46%
“They keep regular office hours”
46%
“They”re always available”
77%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
15%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
8%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
31%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
62%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
8%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
31%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
62%
“There might be people who do”
8%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
69%
“We know about current events and vote”
31%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
23%
“We save it for the classroom”
23%
“Sometimes, but not often”
54%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
0%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
8%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
92%
“I feel extremely safe”
100%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
0%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
23%
“It”s not really our thing”
23%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
46%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
8%
“We”re a very artistic group”
8%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
46%
“They keep regular office hours”
46%
“They”re always available”
77%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
15%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
8%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
8 Students rated on-campus housing 1.1 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate off-campus housing?
8 Students rated off-campus housing 2.3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus food?
16 Students rated campus food 3.3 stars. 19 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus facilities?
17 Students rated campus facilities 4.1 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate class size?
17 Students rated class size 4.1 stars. 41 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate school activities?
17 Students rated school activities 3.3 stars. 12 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate local services?
16 Students rated local services 2.7 stars. 6 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate academics?
17 Students rated academics 4.1 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.
Lord Fairfax Community College REVIEWS
What's your overall opinion of Lord Fairfax Community College?
16 Students rated Lord Fairfax Community College
Lara
06/10/2020
People tend to ridicule community colleges, but Lord Fairfax Community College is actually pretty nice. Sure, there might not be a lot to do, but the student services do try. I have had several professors who have proven they care about my success, reaching out to me and offering assistance whenever questions arise. Class sizes are generally small, ranging from around 12-30 students. The students that I have encountered at the college have been relatively friendly, most of them I recognize from my community. Lord Fairfax Community college does uphold diversity and the number of clubs are expanding, many of them are inclusive.
One of the few things that I would change would be when certain classes are offered. Certain classes have specific semesters when they are offered, so if you need to take a class in the spring that is strictly offered in the fall semester, then you are out of luck. Keep in touch with your advisor, but make sure you are also doing research on your own.
The last thing I want to write goes out to not only LFCC students, but to all community college students...
If you are a student who is planning to transfer to a university following your community college graduation, look at the transfer-guides WELL ahead of your expected graduation date. To avoid extending your graduation date, make sure you have fulfilled your prospective university's requirements (they are all different). I have known people who had to attend school longer for this reason, so be aware. :)
Kyara
04/25/2020
I enjoy the soft and mellow overall feel of the campus. I love the advisors I hands down had the best conversation with an advisor he was the most enthusiastic and approachable advisor I've ever come across. I enjoy the parking situation. It is very accessible. The student life is very active for a community college.
Jill
01/10/2020
Lord Fairfax Community College is a great school to attend. It provides many opportunities to students of all backgrounds. It allows individuals with limited resources to still be able to achieve their dreams. Additionally, students and staff here are very friendly and ready to help you whenever you need help. There are resources available for whatever help you need. Not only is there tutoring, free gym membership, and a library, but their is an abundance of online resources. There is a huge online library, free access to Microsoft 365, and free wifi on campus. The staff here wants you to succeed. There is a large variety of associates degrees, certification programs, and more. Additionally, when you graduate with an associate's degree from here, there is a guaranteed transfer agreement for the majority of schools in the state.
Misael
01/07/2019
Lord Fairfax Community College is probably the best community college around the Shenandoah Valley. The professors are great to work with and love teaching. The environment is beautiful as well. The students are nice, the facilities are clean, and the landscape is taken care of. The shops around and in the college are very expensive, however. I also feel like the college should have bigger classrooms as well. More and more students are coming in each semester and the classrooms are getting packed.
Trevor
12/20/2018
LFCC is a small-medium sized community college with a few satellite campuses. The faculty and staff are all very friendly. The Middletown campus is the main campus, with 5 buildings, a soccer/football field, and track. Lots of walking and hiking space on campus.
Shael
11/15/2018
I like Lord Fairfax Community College very much! It is very accessible and all the professors are well educated and friendly! I have never felt so welcomed by a student body as well, all the people I have met are very open-minded and kind. The campus security is well managed and efficient.
Fatima
10/24/2018
Lord Fairfax Community College is an overall great environment. It is a wonderful stepping stone for students transferring to a four-year college. It is also a great place for students wanting to get finish their education or earn a 2-year degree. They also offer fantastic dual enrollment opportunities through high schools. It is a great place.
jimmy
05/11/2018
Over all I say its a great school. I have not had a single bad encounter at school at all. I really like the fact that there are so many places I can get help from, it is very useful as a new student. there are also lot of students willing to help you find the way around campus, if they're not in a hurry. I still haven't attended a class since I'm enrolling for this fall, but I have heard a lot of good thing about the professors about how reasonable and fair they are with grading and also give explanations when students feel like the grading is unfair
Mary
04/09/2018
I enjoyed my time at Lord Fairfax Community College. The setting was nice the the professors were well trained and quite knowledgeable. As a community college, Lord Fairfax provided many opportunities for students to get involved, but the greatest benefit to attending this college was the exceptional faculty.
Marlene
04/08/2018
Lord Fairfax is a good community college. It has a variety of activities to participate in and good professors.
Maya
10/14/2017
It is okay, at times the staff can be very unhelpful, but a good stepping stone for a 4 year college. I suggest that you yourself plan out what you need to do, with input from your adviser, because other wise they will put you in the classes they want for you not necessary the ones you want.
Abigail
05/08/2017
It gets the job done. Most professors are willing to work with you and hold reasonable office hours. Most are very laid-back, just show up, take notes, and study a bit; you'll be good to go.
There are few clubs and student activities, though none of any interest. Most of the student population is there to get their degree and move on and are not highly involved or interested in anything else. There is a very minimal sports life taking place only at the main campus.
For freshmen going in I would suggest you relax, LFCC is easy to enter and the office staff is helpful in administering financial aid and helping with admissions. Just go in serious about your education, and they'll be sure to help you in any way you need.
Elith
03/27/2017
I like it very much its not big or fancy but it saves people money and gets the job done.
Rebecca
02/28/2017
I would highly recommend Lord Fairfax Community College. I have been going there for three years now, and I can say I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. Everyone is warm and welcoming, including the teachers. I loved most of my teachers. They were always there if I needed help with anything. I never stopped learning once I started going here.
Elisabeth
11/01/2016
For a community college, Lord Fairfax is a good school. My overall experience has been positive and I have met some serious students. Like any college, there are always students who are not as serious as well here. If I needed help from IT, library staff, test center staff, or a tutor I got what needed. Professors are overall good, care about the students, and are willing to work with you so you can succeed.
The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Lord Fairfax Community College is 100%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.
What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
Dear High School Self,
Please don't hesitate to start your college education right away. I realize that you may want a break or a year off from school prior to starting your college education. A lot can happen in a years time that may prevent you from attending college. The sooner you begin your education the sooner you will graduate and attain your degree.
Lord Fairfax Community College is best known for its friendly atmosphere and the way it helps prepare students who are looking to go to a 4-year college by saving money and allowing them to earn a higher GPA. It also prepares its students for the larger classes of Universities by allowing them to become familiar with average class sizes first. It is an excellent choice to begin your college career with, reducing the concern of being overwhelmed.
What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?
i wish i had know what i wanted to do in my future. sense all the teachers and falculty is such a great help pointing you towards what you need to do to graduate and move on, i wish i had known i wanted to be a teacher so that i would have better prepared myself towards what all i needed to do.
What kind of person should not attend this school?
I actually believe that everyone should attend this school because it is a very nice environment for students to learn and be able to better educate themselves. it is also a school for where adults can come back to school where everyone is there to help you better yourselve and point you towards the right direction to where you want to go.
What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?
When I talk about Lord Fairfax Community College I talk about their dual-enrollment program. I was able to complete high school and, at the same time, take a couple of college classes at the same time. I now have all of my basic classes done as well as a few more difficult classes. Basically, Lord Fairfax allowed me to get a head start on college. I like to tell my friends that I have one less year of college to left complete than they do.
Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!
Lord Fairfax is small and provides a student with a very personal experiance, and for me the most important thing is that it keeps me close to home. Lord Fairfax is versitile and allows people from all walks of life to come together. In my time there I have come across the mother trying to provide for her children after the loss of her spouse, people who were kicked out at the age of 18 and still pursue and education, people who aren't ready for change, and those who simple don't have the finances.
The versatality of my college is what I like the most about it. Lord Fairfax Community College has a very diverse group of student from all walks of life. The staff and proffesors are very eager to help each and every student succeed. The advisors always make themselves available to council anyone that may have questions about attaining their degree. They genuinely care for their students sucess.
What's the most frustrating thing about your school?
The most frustrating aspect about my school has nothing to do with the quality of education. I find that most professors will go out of their way to make sure you have the opportunity to succeed if you're willing to put in the effort. The most frustrating thing about school is seeing other people who just don't care about their grades or what happens. I am a first generation college student, and it breaks my heart that other students don't realize just how wonderful the opportunity of college really is.
All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA.
Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.
64% of students attending Lord Fairfax Community College receive some sort of financial aid.
40% were awarded federal grants.9%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.