Richmond Community College
About Richmond Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Richmond Community College teaches in Hamlet, in the sandhills of southern North Carolina. Electrical power transmission and nursing are among its largest programs.
Founded
1964
Location
Hamlet, North Carolina
Students
1,352
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
46.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,956
Out-of-state: $6,564
Avg Net Price
$5,071
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$29,951
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
46.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
70.3%
Transfer Out
13%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
48.2%
$/Student
$8.2K
Class Size
Medium
While 46.1% finish in 4 years, 70.3% 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
$1,956
In-State
$6,564
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,667
After Financial Aid
$5,071
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,289
Receive Grants
31%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $1,956/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,071.
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 Richmond Community College fund their education.
While in School
31%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$15,198
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 Richmond Community College.
Gender
74.5%
Female
26%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,352
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
49.9%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
29.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 75% of the student body. 49.9% 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: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,352
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Richmond Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$29,951
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$27K
192 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
$74K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$70K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$36K
15 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$35K
15 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$35K
11 grads
4yr Earnings
Median earnings are $30K 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.