College of the Albemarle
About College of the Albemarle
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
College of the Albemarle teaches in Elizabeth City, on the sounds of coastal North Carolina, and sends better than two in five of its students on to a four-year college, far more than most. Nursing is its largest program.
Founded
1960
Location
Elizabeth City, North Carolina
Students
2,001
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
34.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,242
Out-of-state: $7,652
Avg Net Price
$2,253
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$33,234
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
34.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
71.6%
Transfer Out
41%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
22.9%
$/Student
$8.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 34.8% graduation rate is below average, but 71.6% 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
$2,242
In-State
$7,652
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,203
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,621
After Financial Aid
$2,253
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$398
Receive Grants
17.3%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $2,242/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $2,253.
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 College of the Albemarle fund their education.
While in School
17.3%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$18,320
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 College of the Albemarle.
Gender
61.7%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,001
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
45.3%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
18.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 45.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 5.8% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
2,001
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of College of the Albemarleearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$33,234
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
242 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$73K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
24 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
9 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
8 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
8 grads
Median earnings are $33K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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