Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute
About Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Caldwell Community College teaches in the foothills of the Blue Ridge in North Carolina, from Hudson and Boone. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs, and close to a quarter of its students transfer on.
Founded
1964
Location
Hudson, North Carolina
Students
2,393
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
44.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,526
Out-of-state: $6,526
Avg Net Price
$10,810
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$34,515
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
44.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
70.6%
Transfer Out
23%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
36.6%
$/Student
$9.1K
Class Size
Medium
While 44.7% finish in 4 years, 70.6% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$2,526
In-State
$6,526
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,900
Total Cost of Attendance
$20,188
After Financial Aid
$10,810
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,827
Receive Grants
30.6%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $2,526/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $10,810.
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 Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute fund their education.
While in School
30.6%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,363
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,750
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$93/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,750, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute.
Gender
64.4%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,393
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
50.3%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
22.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 50.3% 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
2,393
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
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute fields 4 varsity teams with 85 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
85
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
66% / 34%
56
Men
29
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 Caldwell Community College and Technical Instituteearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$34,515
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
424 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
65 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$52K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$33K
32 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$36K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
—
23 grads
Median earnings are $35K 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.