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Central Carolina Community College

Central Carolina Community College

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.

Overview of Central Carolina Community College

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.

Areas of Study

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.

Central Carolina Community College Selectivity

The school is an open-admission school. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.

Faculty

The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.

Student Body

Central Carolina Community College had 4,603 enrolled students in 2007.

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.

Contacting Central Carolina Community College

Central Carolina Community College
1105 Kelly Dr
Sanford, NC 27330-9046
General Phone: (919) 775-5401
http://www.cccc.edu

Central Carolina Community College Programs and Degrees (2007)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Liberal Arts106liberal arts and sciences, library assistant
Mechanics And Repair84electrical maintenance and repair, automobile mechanics, small engine mechanics, motorcycle mechanic, autobody repair
Beauty And Cosmetology76cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, barber, cosmetoloty instructor
Engineering Technician71electromechanical instrument tech, manufacturing tech, electronics tech, mechanical engineering tech, computer engineering tech, laser/optical tech, mechanical drafting
Business And Management66business management, accounting, human resources, marketing, operations management
Medical Support And Technology61medical assistant, veterinary assistant
Nursing And Emergency Medicine51licensed practical nurse, registered nursing
Security And Law Enforcement40criminal justice and police, criminal justice and safety
Family And Social Work40foodservice management, child development
Construction Trades38masonry, electrician, carpentry
Education And Teaching29early childhood education, elementary school teaching
Medical Administration29medical office management
Office And Administration25office management
Computer Science And Engineering16network management, information technology, computer programming, computer networking, information science
Law14legal assistant
Media13radio and TV tech, journalism
Production Trades9tool and die tech, machine shop assistant, welding
Medicine8health professions
Agricultural Science And Management6agricultural management
Fine Arts4sculpture

Number of programs and degrees for Central Carolina Community College in 2007:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Award of less than 1 academic year38236
Associate's degree26935
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years13526

Student Body

In 2007, Central Carolina Community College had a total enrollment of 4,603 students (2,580 full-time equivalent).

Students By Class:

GroupPercent
Undergraduate100%

Racial Diversity:
RacePercent
White66%
Black25%
Hispanic5%
Asian1%
American Indian1%
Unknown2%

Students by Age:

AgePercent
Under 1815%
18-1918%
20-2111%
22-2410%
25-2912%
30-349%
35-398%
40-4911%
50-645%
65+1%

Central Carolina Community College Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time51 %
Part-Time56 %

Central Carolina Community College Room and Board (2007)

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.

Central Carolina Community College Expenses and Financial Aid (2007)

Expenses and Financial Aid:

ExpenseAmount
In-state tuition and fees$ 1,253
Out-of-state tuition and fees$ 6,998
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)

Central Carolina Community College Faculty

Salaries for full-time faculty:

Full-Time Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
No academic rankacademic year74$42,51195$39,937
All faculty totalacademic year74$42,51195$39,937

*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.

Central Carolina Community College Degree Programs (2007)

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 Science/Studies
Information Technology
System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager

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 Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician

FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
Foodservice Systems Administration/Management

FINE ARTS
Sculpture

LAW
Legal Assistant/Paralegal

LIBERAL ARTS
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
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

Central Carolina Community College Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets Central Carolina Community College Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
Lowest tuition & fees (in-state)
(vs. all colleges)
Top 5%Central Carolina Community College Lowest tuition & fees (in-state)
Number of degree programs
(vs. all colleges)
Top 8%Central Carolina Community College Number of degree programs
% of degrees in beauty and cosmetology
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 13%Central Carolina Community College % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology
% of degrees in engineering technician
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 14%Central Carolina Community College % of degrees in engineering technician
% of degrees in mechanics and repair
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 15%Central Carolina Community College % of degrees in mechanics and repair
Number of students
(vs. all colleges)
Top 16%Central Carolina Community College Number of students
Faculty/student ratio (full-time)
(vs. all colleges)
Top 19%Central Carolina Community College Faculty/student ratio (full-time)
Explanation of the Highlights categories

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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