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Pitt Community College

Community CollegeSuburb: Midsize

About Pitt Community College

Overview, location, and what makes it stand out

Pitt Community College teaches in Winterville, beside East Carolina University, and its agreements move graduates into it. Business and nursing are its largest programs.

Founded

1961

Location

Winterville, North Carolina

Students

5,317

Institution

Community College

Known For

BusinessNursingHealth AdministrationTransfer Pathways

Key Stats

A quick snapshot of what matters most

Acceptance Rate

Open

Admits all qualified applicants

Graduation Rate

35.3%

Below national average

In-State Tuition

$2,580

Out-of-state: $8,724

Avg Net Price

$7,337

After financial aid

SAT Average

Not required

No test scores requested

Median Earnings

$37,259

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

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
35.3%

Below Average

35.3% complete their degree within three years

Retention

64.8%

Transfer Out

20%

Teaching Quality

13:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Full-Time

31.5%

$/Student

$5.7K

Class Size

Medium

The 35.3% graduation rate is below average, but 64.8% 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

$2,580

In-State

/

$8,724

Out-of-State

Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals

Room & Board

No on-campus housing

Books & Supplies

$1,500

Total Cost of Attendance

$15,979

After Financial Aid

$7,337

Average Net Price

Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships

Net Price (family income <$30K)

$6,633

Receive Grants

39.2%

Take Loans

10.9%

Tuition is $2,580/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $7,337.

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 Pitt Community College fund their education.

While in School

39.2%

Get Grants

Free money

10.9%

Take Loans

Must repay

$18,344

Median Family Income

After Graduation

$11,977

Median Debt at Graduation

Total federal loan balance when students graduate

$127/mo

Monthly Payment

0%

Low

Default Rate

The median debt is just $11,977, 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 Pitt Community College.

Gender

63.7%

Female

/

36%

Male

Female to Male Ratio

Race & Ethnicity

40.9%
39.3%
11.5%
3%
0.9%
0.7%
White
Black
Hispanic
Multiracial
Asian
International

Enrollment

5,317

Undergraduate Students

Student Profile

N/A

Graduates

43.3%

First-Gen

25 yrs

Avg Age

24.2%

Age 25+

Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 43.3% 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

RuralCity
Suburb: Midsize

Suburb: Midsize

Campus Quick Facts

5,317

Students

community

Institution

Medium

Campus Size

N/A

Classification

What This College Offers

Semester calendar

Study Abroad

Yes

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

Pitt Community College fields 4 varsity teams with 81 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.

Division

NJCAA

Division II

Conference

Not reported

Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams

Varsity Sports

4

Biggest: Baseball

Student Athletes

81

2% of the student body

Athletes by Gender

64% / 36%

52

Men

/

29

Women

2

Men's Teams

2

Women's Teams

Biggest Teams

MenWomen
33
Baseball
19
Basketball
15
Softball
14
Volleyball

After Graduation

What can you earn with this degree?

How much do graduates of Pitt Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.

Earnings Trajectory

$37,259

Median Earnings · 10 Years After

$29K
6yr
$30K
8yr
$37K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

$44K

460 grads

4yr Earnings

Business Administration, Management and Operations

$35K

92 grads

1yr Earnings

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

$67K

91 grads

1yr Earnings

Health and Medical Administrative Services

$31K

87 grads

1yr Earnings

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

$58K

87 grads

1yr Earnings

Computer and Information Sciences, General

38 grads

Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pitt Community College

How much does Pitt Community College cost?
Tuition at Pitt Community College is $2,580 for in-state students and $8,724 for out-of-state students. Tuition is $2,580/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $7,337.
What is the graduation rate at Pitt Community College?
Pitt Community College has a graduation rate of 35.3%. The 35.3% graduation rate is below average, but 64.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
How much do Pitt Community College graduates earn?
The median earnings for Pitt Community College graduates is $37,259 ten years after enrollment. Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.

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.