Mayland Community College
About Mayland Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Mayland Community College teaches in Spruce Pine, in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, and keeps an observatory in the dark skies above it. Business and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1970
Location
Spruce Pine, North Carolina
Students
362
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
46%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,626
Out-of-state: $8,770
Avg Net Price
$5,861
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$34,663
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
46% complete their degree within three years
Retention
76.2%
Transfer Out
7%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
25.9%
$/Student
$8.4K
Class Size
Medium
While 46% finish in 4 years, 76.2% 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
$2,626
In-State
$8,770
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,194
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,932
After Financial Aid
$5,861
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,571
Receive Grants
24.7%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $2,626/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,861.
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 Mayland Community College fund their education.
While in School
24.7%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,437
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 Mayland Community College.
Gender
64.9%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
362
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
51.6%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
16.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 51.6% 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: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
362
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
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 Mayland Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$34,663
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$17K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
11 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$77K
8 grads
4yr Earnings
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General
—
6 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
6 grads
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
—
5 grads
Median earnings are $35K 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.