Alamance Community College
About Alamance Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Alamance Community College teaches in Graham, in the North Carolina piedmont between Greensboro and Durham. Nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1958
Location
Graham, North Carolina
Students
3,080
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
39.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,592
Out-of-state: $8,736
Avg Net Price
$6,109
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$34,241
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
39.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
72.1%
Transfer Out
Not reported
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
12.4%
$/Student
$7.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 39.3% graduation rate is below average, but 72.1% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$2,592
In-State
$8,736
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,265
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,922
After Financial Aid
$6,109
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,914
Receive Grants
28.6%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $2,592/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,109.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Alamance Community College fund their education.
While in School
28.6%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,233
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
N/A
Default Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Alamance Community College.
Gender
62.8%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,080
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46.3%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
21.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 46.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
3,080
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Alamance Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$34,241
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$27K
559 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$70K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$44K
24 grads
4yr Earnings
Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services
—
23 grads
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
—
21 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
17 grads
Median earnings are $34K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.