Brunswick Community College
About Brunswick Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Brunswick Community College teaches on the southeastern coast of North Carolina, near the South Carolina line. Nursing and computing are among its largest programs.
Founded
1979
Location
Bolivia, North Carolina
Students
1,211
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
40.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,553
Out-of-state: $8,697
Avg Net Price
$9,009
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,668
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
40.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
66.2%
Transfer Out
18%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
17.9%
$/Student
$9.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 40.4% graduation rate is below average, but 66.2% 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
$2,553
In-State
$8,697
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,938
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,836
After Financial Aid
$9,009
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,748
Receive Grants
31%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $2,553/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,009.
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 Brunswick Community College fund their education.
While in School
31%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$18,771
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 Brunswick Community College.
Gender
62.5%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,211
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
43%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
19.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 43% 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
Rural: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,211
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Brunswick Community College fields 3 varsity teams with 71 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
71
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
66% / 34%
47
Men
24
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Brunswick Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,668
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
211 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$72K
46 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
12 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
12 grads
Accounting and Related Services
—
12 grads
Health and Medical Administrative Services
—
7 grads
Median earnings are $37K 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.