City Rankings
Best Colleges in Norfolk, Virginia
Top colleges in Norfolk ranked by national standing and graduate outcomes -- updated 2026.
Colleges listed: 4
Avg grad earnings: $49,332
Top Colleges in Norfolk
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Remaining schools are ordered by median graduate earnings.
| # | School | Grad Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Old Dominion University #1091 national | $54,914 |
| 2 | Tidewater Community College #1534 national | $38,349 |
| 3 | Norfolk State University #2175 national | $44,666 |
| 4 | Central School of Practical Nursing | $59,399 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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