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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute | Hudson, 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 |
| Cleveland Community College | Shelby, NC | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Halifax Community College | Weldon, 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 |
| Southwestern Community College | Sylva, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute | $2,537 / $8,681 | - | 40% | 14:1 | 3,703 |
| Catawba Valley Community College | $2,367 / $7,743 | - | 31% | 9:1 | 4,172 |
| Cleveland Community College | $2,602 / $8,746 | - | 33% | 15:1 | 1,946 |
| Halifax Community College | $2,608 / $8,752 | - | 28% | 11:1 | 995 |
| McDowell Technical Community College | $1,958 / $6,566 | - | 45% | 7:1 | 1,100 |
| Southwestern Community College | $5,806 / $19,630 | - | 45% | 10:1 | 2,256 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |