
The Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center
A Great Place, Doing Great Things, Because of Great People! ™
Located in Abingdon, Virginia, the Higher Education Center makes continuing education accessible and flexible. We partner with a variety of institutions to offer Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral degrees.
College for Older Adults
Enhance your educational journey with tailored experiences for older adults at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center. Join a vibrant community of lifelong learners and embrace new opportunities.
Colleges and Universities
Unlock your potential with the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center’s partnerships with highly rated colleges and universities. Elevate your education and career with top-ranked programs and flexible learning options. Join us today!
Healthcare Education Initatives
We’re building a stronger regional healthcare workforce through training, partnerships, and educational opportunities. Visit our Healthcare Education Initiatives site to learn more.
Programs and Courses
Unlock your potential with higher learning designed to meet your professional goals. Our partnerships with diverse colleges and universities offer an array of degree programs, certificates and professional development courses. Flexible learning options and class times tailored to your needs and schedule!




Programs and Courses
Unlock your potential with higher learning designed to meet your professional goals. Our partnerships with diverse colleges and universities offer an array of degree programs, certificates and professional development courses. Flexible learning options and class times tailored to your needs and schedule!
Rental Facilities and Services
With more than 20 unique options, our facilities are ideal for conferences, seminars and special celebrations. Each distinctive venue features advanced audio-visual and wireless technology, on-site support staff, catering options and cost-effective rates. We’re the perfect choice for your next event!



News and Events
News
More than 250 area students participate in First Southwest Va. LEGO regional tournament
Posted: Saturday, November 14, 2015 11:35 pm | Updated: 12:14 am, Sun Nov 15, 2015. ROBERT SORRELL | BRISTOL HERALD COURIER ABINGDON, Va. — Seventeen teams with names like Chaos, Order of the Nerds and Beast Mode Bananas crowded the Southwest Virginia Higher Education...
Lego Radio Broadcast
Gluten-free Guru Kristi Slaughter, host of Beyond Wellness, brings you a program that is meant to inspire, motivate, and educate you to live your life to the fullest potential. Check out this broadcast featuring the Lego tournament that will be held at the Higher...
Seinfeld’s Soup Nazi to be Celebrity Guest at 3rd Great Winter Soup Cook Off at Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center on February 20, 2016
Media Contact: Jennifer Ferreira (276) 619-4348 jferreira@www.swcenter.edu November 11, 2015 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Seinfeld’s Soup Nazi to be Celebrity Guest at 3rd Great Winter Soup Cook Off at Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center on February 20, 2016...
Events

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