Cape Fear Community College
About Cape Fear Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Cape Fear Community College teaches in Wilmington, on the North Carolina coast, and trains students for the port and the water beside it, including marine technology and boat building. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1958
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina
Students
9,764
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
34.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,748
Out-of-state: $8,892
Avg Net Price
$9,610
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,654
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
34.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
67.5%
Transfer Out
0%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
33.5%
$/Student
$7.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 34.5% graduation rate is below average, but 67.5% 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
$2,748
In-State
$8,892
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,740
After Financial Aid
$9,610
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,221
Receive Grants
17.7%
Take Loans
4.3%
Tuition is $2,748/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,610.
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 Cape Fear Community College fund their education.
While in School
17.7%
Get Grants
Free money
4.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,638
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$101/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,500, 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 Cape Fear Community College.
Gender
61.2%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
9,764
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
38.3%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
41.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 38.3% 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
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
9,764
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
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
Cape Fear Community College fields 3 varsity teams with 89 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
89
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
45% / 55%
40
Men
49
Women
2
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Cape Fear Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,654
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$30K
962 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$75K
69 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$61K
49 grads
4yr Earnings
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection
—
29 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$50K
24 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
—
24 grads
Median earnings are $39K 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.