Guilford Technical Community College
About Guilford Technical Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Guilford Technical Community College teaches in the North Carolina Piedmont and trains students for the aviation industry at the airport beside it, from pilots to mechanics. Nursing and computing are also among its largest programs.
Founded
1958
Location
Jamestown, North Carolina
Students
9,260
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
31.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,320
Out-of-state: $7,696
Avg Net Price
$15,002
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$33,934
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
31.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
64.2%
Transfer Out
18%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
37.9%
$/Student
$6.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 31.1% graduation rate is below average, but 64.2% 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
$2,320
In-State
$7,696
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,470
Total Cost of Attendance
$20,529
After Financial Aid
$15,002
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$13,645
Receive Grants
43.1%
Take Loans
24.8%
Tuition is $2,320/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $15,002.
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 Guilford Technical Community College fund their education.
While in School
43.1%
Get Grants
Free money
24.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,749
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$14,901
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$158/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $14,901, 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 Guilford Technical Community College.
Gender
59.6%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
9,260
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
43.7%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
30.3%
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. 43.7% 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
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
9,260
Students
community
Institution
Medium
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
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Guilford Technical Community College fields 3 varsity teams with 57 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
57
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
36
Men
21
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Guilford Technical Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$33,934
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
675 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
79 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$38K
77 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$36K
76 grads
1yr Earnings
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$46K
67 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$30K
64 grads
1yr 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.