Cleveland Community College
About Cleveland Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Cleveland Community College teaches in Shelby, in the North Carolina foothills west of Charlotte. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1965
Location
Shelby, North Carolina
Students
1,097
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
31.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,602
Out-of-state: $8,746
Avg Net Price
$995
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$33,755
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
31.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
20.2%
Transfer Out
Not reported
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
19.3%
$/Student
$8.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 31.5% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$2,602
In-State
$8,746
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$5,565
After Financial Aid
$995
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$498
Receive Grants
52.1%
Take Loans
0%
Don't let the $2,602 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $995 after financial aid, a 62% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $498.
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 Cleveland Community College fund their education.
While in School
52.1%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$17,997
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Cleveland Community College.
Gender
58.9%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,097
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48.6%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
29.4%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 48.6% 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
1,097
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
Cleveland Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 137 student athletes, about 12% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
137
12% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
66% / 34%
91
Men
46
Women
4
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Cleveland Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$33,755
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$23K
252 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$46K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$73K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Fire Protection
—
15 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$30K
14 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$36K
11 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.