Mitchell Community College
About Mitchell Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Mitchell Community College teaches in Statesville, north of Charlotte, and sends a third of its students on to a four-year college. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1917
Location
Statesville, North Carolina
Students
1,948
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
27.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,641
Out-of-state: $8,785
Avg Net Price
$6,481
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$33,298
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
27.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
60.9%
Transfer Out
33%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
22.1%
$/Student
$5.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 27.9% graduation rate is below average, but 60.9% 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
$2,641
In-State
$8,785
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$3,190
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,661
After Financial Aid
$6,481
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,287
Receive Grants
19.4%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $2,641/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,481.
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 Mitchell Community College fund their education.
While in School
19.4%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,011
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
N/A
Default Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Mitchell Community College.
Gender
59.6%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,948
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
49.1%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
13.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 49.1% 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: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
1,948
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 Mitchell Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$33,298
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
293 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$63K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
9 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
8 grads
Fire Protection
—
8 grads
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
—
6 grads
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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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.