Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. By school type, all 6 selected colleges are public. By school level, all 6 schools are 2-4 year institutions.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of the Albemarle | Elizabeth City, NC | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| South Piedmont Community College | Polkton, NC | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Catawba Valley Community College | Hickory, NC | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Durham Technical Community College | Durham, NC | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| McDowell Technical Community College | Marion, NC | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Mitchell Community College | Statesville, NC | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is - for all undergraduate students. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of the Albemarle | $2,249 / $7,222 | - | 42% | 13:1 | 2,314 |
| South Piedmont Community College | $2,022 / $6,630 | - | 31% | 16:1 | 3,338 |
| Catawba Valley Community College | $2,367 / $7,743 | - | 31% | 9:1 | 4,172 |
| Durham Technical Community College | $1,986 / $6,594 | - | 23% | 6:1 | 4,294 |
| McDowell Technical Community College | $1,958 / $6,566 | - | 45% | 7:1 | 1,100 |
| Mitchell Community College | $2,651 / $8,795 | - | 30% | 13:1 | 3,456 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |