Craven Community College
About Craven Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Craven Community College teaches in New Bern and at the marine air station at Cherry Point, so many of its students are marines or their families. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1965
Location
New Bern, North Carolina
Students
1,989
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
48.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,022
Out-of-state: $6,630
Avg Net Price
$3,289
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$34,231
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
48.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
66.4%
Transfer Out
23%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
26.5%
$/Student
$9.3K
Class Size
Medium
48.4% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$2,022
In-State
$6,630
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance
$10,735
After Financial Aid
$3,289
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,428
Receive Grants
42.8%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $2,022/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $3,289.
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 Craven Community College fund their education.
While in School
42.8%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,585
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 Craven Community College.
Gender
58.8%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,989
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
45.1%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
28.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 45.1% 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
1,989
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
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Craven Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$34,231
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$29K
470 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$63K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$43K
21 grads
4yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
17 grads
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$21K
16 grads
1yr Earnings
Engineering, General
—
12 grads
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.