Edgecombe Community College
About Edgecombe Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Edgecombe Community College teaches in Tarboro and Rocky Mount, in the coastal plain of North Carolina. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1967
Location
Tarboro, North Carolina
Students
1,397
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
36.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,640
Out-of-state: $8,784
Avg Net Price
N/A
Not reported
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$33,267
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
36.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
79.2%
Transfer Out
Not reported
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
24.1%
$/Student
$11.4K
Class Size
Small
The 36.5% graduation rate is below average, but 79.2% 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
$2,640
In-State
$8,784
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,250
Total Cost of Attendance
$9,330
After Financial Aid
N/A
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$0
Receive Grants
69.2%
Take Loans
28.1%
Annual tuition is $2,640.
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 Edgecombe Community College fund their education.
While in School
69.2%
Get Grants
Free money
28.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$15,321
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$15,917
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$169/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 28.1% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $15,917. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Edgecombe Community College.
Gender
73.7%
Female
26%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,397
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
54%
First-Gen
29 yrs
Avg Age
32.6%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 29, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 54% 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
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
1,397
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Edgecombe Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$33,267
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$40K
38 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$60K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
—
19 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$22K
15 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$46K
12 grads
4yr Earnings
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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