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Central Carolina Community College is a public, non-profit, two-year college located in North Carolina. It is a member of the North Carolina Community College System. CCCC offered its first classes in the year 1961. It also operates campuses in the Chatham, Harnett and Lee counties. The college offers Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, and Associate in Applied Science degrees. CCCC also offers adult education courses and other vocational training programs.
CCCC’s athletics department fields several men’s and women’s sports teams. The college is a Region X, Division III member of the National Junior College Athletic Association. The sports teams compete in the Tarheel Conference.
Central Carolina Community College is located in Sanford, NC (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Central Carolina Community College is the Associate's degree.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Central Carolina Community College is known for its programs in beauty and cosmetology.
The school is an open-admission school.
Central Carolina Community College maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
The school had 4,603 enrolled students in 2007-2008.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Central Carolina Community College is committed to understanding and meeting the educational needs of the area's citizens, businesses, industries, and service sectors. The College provides life-long educational opportunities consistent with our students' interests and abilities, prepares graduates capable of acquiring and applying knowledge and succeeding in the regional and global community, and serves as a positive economic, social, and cultural catalyst in our diverse communities. The College is committed to teaching and learning excellence."
More complete details are provided below.
Central Carolina Community College
1105 Kelly Dr
Sanford, NC 27330-9840
General Phone: (919) 775-5401
http://www.cccc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics and Repair | 117 | automobile mechanics, small engine mechanics, electrical maintenance and repair, motorcycle mechanic, autobody repair |
| Liberal Arts | 112 | liberal arts and sciences, library assistant, general studies |
| Engineering Technician | 112 | electromechanical instrument tech, mechanical engineering tech, manufacturing tech, electronics tech, laser/optical tech, computer engineering tech |
| Office and Administration | 93 | office management |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 89 | cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, barber, cosmetoloty instructor |
| Education and Teaching | 87 | early childhood education, elementary school teaching |
| Family and Social Work | 87 | foodservice management, child development |
| Business and Management | 84 | business management, accounting, operations management, human resources, marketing |
| Medical Support and Technology | 67 | medical assistant, veterinary assistant, dental assistant |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 62 | information technology, computer networking, computer programming |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 53 | licensed practical nurse, registered nursing |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 37 | criminal justice and police, criminal justice and safety |
| Construction Trades | 35 | masonry, electrician, carpentry |
| Production Trades | 33 | welding, machine shop assistant, tool and die tech |
| Media | 15 | journalism, radio and TV tech |
| Medical Administration | 14 | medical office management |
| Law | 11 | legal assistant |
| Medicine | 6 | health professions |
| Fine Arts | 4 | sculpture |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 3 | agricultural management |
Number of programs and degrees for Central Carolina Community College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 593 | 35 |
| Associate's degree | 305 | 34 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 223 | 27 |
In 2007-2008, Central Carolina Community College had a total enrollment of 4,603 students (3,540 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 64% |
| Black | 25% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 15% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 11% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 51 % |
| Part-Time | 56 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Sanford, North Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other North Carolina Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,432 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,464 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
Central Carolina Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 544900)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 77 | $44,664 | 97 | $42,347 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 77 | $44,664 | 97 | $42,347 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Business and Management, General
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist
Barbering/Barber
Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Information Technology
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Carpentry/Carpenter
Electrician
Mason/Masonry
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Electromechanical Instrumentation/Maintenance Techs, Other
Laser and Optical Technology/Technician
Manufacturing Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
Foodservice Systems Administration/Management
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Library Assistant/Technician
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology, Other
Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Technology/Technician
Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Journalism
Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Office Management/Administration
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Office Management and Supervision
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
Tool and Die Technology/Technician
Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Central Carolina Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library
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