Central Carolina Community College
About Central Carolina Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Central Carolina Community College teaches in Sanford and across the North Carolina piedmont, and is known for its sustainable agriculture and biofuels programs. Business and nursing are among its largest.
Founded
1961
Location
Sanford, North Carolina
Students
3,237
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
42.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,711
Out-of-state: $8,855
Avg Net Price
$5,446
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$33,525
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
42.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
72.5%
Transfer Out
15%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
27.1%
$/Student
$7.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 42.9% graduation rate is below average, but 72.5% 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
$2,711
In-State
$8,855
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,470
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,901
After Financial Aid
$5,446
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,326
Receive Grants
25.7%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $2,711/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,446.
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 Central Carolina Community College fund their education.
While in School
25.7%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,822
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 Central Carolina Community College.
Gender
64%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,237
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46.2%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
19.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 46.2% 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
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
3,237
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
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Central Carolina Community College fields 3 varsity teams with 26 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
26
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
65% / 35%
17
Men
9
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 Central Carolina Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$33,525
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$20K
280 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$48K
47 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$71K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$44K
20 grads
4yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
—
19 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$31K
16 grads
4yr Earnings
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.