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. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
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.
Central Carolina Community College
1105 Kelly Dr
Sanford, NC 27330-9046
General Phone: (919) 775-5401
http://www.cccc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 106 | liberal arts and sciences, library assistant |
| Mechanics And Repair | 84 | electrical maintenance and repair, automobile mechanics, small engine mechanics, motorcycle mechanic, autobody repair |
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 76 | cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, barber, cosmetoloty instructor |
| Engineering Technician | 71 | electromechanical instrument tech, manufacturing tech, electronics tech, mechanical engineering tech, computer engineering tech, laser/optical tech, mechanical drafting |
| Business And Management | 66 | business management, accounting, human resources, marketing, operations management |
| Medical Support And Technology | 61 | medical assistant, veterinary assistant |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 51 | licensed practical nurse, registered nursing |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 40 | criminal justice and police, criminal justice and safety |
| Family And Social Work | 40 | foodservice management, child development |
| Construction Trades | 38 | masonry, electrician, carpentry |
| Education And Teaching | 29 | early childhood education, elementary school teaching |
| Medical Administration | 29 | medical office management |
| Office And Administration | 25 | office management |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 16 | network management, information technology, computer programming, computer networking, information science |
| Law | 14 | legal assistant |
| Media | 13 | radio and TV tech, journalism |
| Production Trades | 9 | tool and die tech, machine shop assistant, welding |
| Medicine | 8 | health professions |
| Agricultural Science And Management | 6 | agricultural management |
| Fine Arts | 4 | sculpture |
Number of programs and degrees for Central Carolina Community College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 382 | 36 |
| Associate's degree | 269 | 35 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 135 | 26 |
In 2007, Central Carolina Community College had a total enrollment of 4,603 students (2,580 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 66% |
| Black | 25% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 2% |
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 | $ 1,253 |
| 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)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 74 | $42,511 | 95 | $39,937 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 74 | $42,511 | 95 | $39,937 |
*: 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 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
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
(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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