Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. By school type, all 5 selected colleges are public. By school level, all 5 schools are 2-4 year institutions.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lenoir Community College | Kinston, NC | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Rockingham Community College | Wentworth, NC | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Southwestern Community College | Sylva, NC | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Tri-County Community College | Murphy, NC | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Western Piedmont Community College | Morganton, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lenoir Community College | $2,568 / $8,712 | - | 28% | 12:1 | 2,199 |
| Rockingham Community College | $1,966 / $6,574 | - | 22% | 14:1 | 1,712 |
| Southwestern Community College | $5,806 / $19,630 | - | 45% | 10:1 | 2,256 |
| Tri-County Community College | $2,363 / $8,507 | - | 36% | 10:1 | 888 |
| Western Piedmont Community College | $2,650 / $8,794 | - | 39% | 11:1 | 1,749 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |