Durham Technical Community College
About Durham Technical Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Durham Technical Community College teaches in the middle of the Research Triangle and trains many of its students for the hospitals and laboratories around it. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1961
Location
Durham, North Carolina
Students
3,890
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
44.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,986
Out-of-state: $6,594
Avg Net Price
$1,664
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,142
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
44.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
66.4%
Transfer Out
3%
Teaching Quality
7:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
22.3%
$/Student
$9.0K
Class Size
Small
While 44.9% finish in 4 years, 66.4% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,986
In-State
$6,594
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
$10,430
After Financial Aid
$1,664
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$525
Receive Grants
31.4%
Take Loans
6.8%
Tuition is $1,986/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $1,664.
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 Durham Technical Community College fund their education.
While in School
31.4%
Get Grants
Free money
6.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$18,500
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$14,750
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$156/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $14,750, 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 Durham Technical Community College.
Gender
63.7%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,890
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42.3%
First-Gen
27 yrs
Avg Age
36.2%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 27, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 42.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 8.7% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
3,890
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
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Durham Technical Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,142
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
402 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$39K
28 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
28 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$46K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$38K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $36K 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.