Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce

Education Montgomery County is home to some of the country’s leading institutions. Virginia Tech offers a competitive education with over 150 majors to choose from. Or enroll in New River Community College, offering exceptional programs in occupational, technological, and business programs. NRCC offers both associate degrees and bachelor transfer programs. We are also home to the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, also called VCOM. VCOM is a private, non-profit medical school located in Blacksburg, where students are dedicated to improving community health. Blacksburg is also home to the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, established in 1978. The vet college is home to over 700 veterinary students who treat over 80 thousand animals every year.

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