Southeastern Community College
About Southeastern Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Southeastern Community College teaches in Whiteville, in the rural southeast of North Carolina. Electronics and business are among its largest programs, and close to a quarter of its students transfer on to a four-year college.
Founded
1964
Location
Whiteville, North Carolina
Students
820
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
43.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,600
Out-of-state: $8,744
Avg Net Price
$9,148
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$30,284
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
43.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
57%
Transfer Out
24%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
22.8%
$/Student
$11.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 43.5% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$2,600
In-State
$8,744
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,800
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,193
After Financial Aid
$9,148
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,660
Receive Grants
39.6%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $2,600/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,148.
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 Southeastern Community College fund their education.
While in School
39.6%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$14,979
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 Southeastern Community College.
Gender
70%
Female
30%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
820
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
47.2%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
21.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 70% of the student body. 47.2% 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
820
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
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Southeastern Community College fields 2 varsity teams with 50 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
2
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
50
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
80% / 20%
40
Men
10
Women
1
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Southeastern Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$30,284
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$41K
109 grads
4yr Earnings
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
$55K
26 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
16 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$65K
13 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
—
11 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$35K
10 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.