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James Sprunt Community College, commonly referred to as JSCC, was established in 1964. Situated in Kenansville, North Carolina, this community college offers a number of associate’s degrees in arts, science and general education, as well as certificates and diploma programs. Available courses include those in accounting, advertising, animal science technology, nursing, cosmetology, welding technology, criminal justice, and computer information technology, among others. JSCC also offers continuing education and distance learning opportunities.
Students of James Sprunt Community College are involved in various on-campus clubs and organizations including the Art Club, the National Vocational/Technical Honor Society, the Student Nurses Association, the Student Government Association, and the Greek honor society of Phi Theta Kappa.
James Sprunt Community College is in a rural area, in Kenansville, NC. The school is classified as a public college. Students at James Sprunt Community College earn degrees up to the Associate's degree.
There are more programs of study at the school than you'll find at most colleges of similar size. The most common major fields study at James Sprunt Community College include education and teaching.
All qualified applicants are admitted as the school offers open admission.
One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here James Sprunt Community College does well in comparison to most schools.
The school, in 2007-2008, had 1,118 students (1,059 full-time equivalent). Adults changing careers are relatively common at James Sprunt Community College.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"James Sprunt is a comprehensive, open door community-centered college that responds to the needs and growth of Duplin County and surrounding areas by enabling a diverse population of individuals to attain their personal, academic and career goals; through collaborating with public schools, senior colleges, and other community colleges to provide secondary and post-secondary educational opportunities; through partnering with area businesses and industries in meeting their training and retraining needs; by enhancing the educational, economic, and cultural development of the service area; and by improving the quality of life in the community."
More complete details are provided below.
James Sprunt Community College
133 James Sprunt Drive
Kenansville, NC 28349
General Phone: (910) 296-2400
http://www.jamessprunt.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 74 | early childhood education, elementary school teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 69 | liberal arts and humanities, liberal arts and sciences, general studies |
| Family and Social Work | 47 | child development, foodservice management |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 29 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse |
| Production Trades | 27 | welding |
| Construction Trades | 26 | masonry, electrician |
| Business and Management | 25 | accounting, business management |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 21 | criminal justice and police |
| Medical Support and Technology | 10 | medical assistant, clinical and medical lab science |
| Office and Administration | 9 | office management |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 8 | various agricutural courses, agricultural operations |
| Mechanics and Repair | 8 | automobile mechanics |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 5 | cosmetology, cosmetoloty instructor |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 5 | information technology |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 4 | commercial art |
| Animal Science and Care | 0 | animal husbandry |
Number of programs and degrees for James Sprunt Community College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 167 | 17 |
| Associate's degree | 161 | 16 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 39 | 10 |
In 2007-2008, James Sprunt Community College had a total enrollment of 1,118 students (1,059 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 53% |
| Black | 40% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 14% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 10% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 14% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 60 % |
| Part-Time | 27 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Kenansville, 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 | $ 1,414 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,606 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,500 |
Financial Aid:
James Sprunt Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 768700)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 24 | $40,800 | 36 | $43,778 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 24 | $40,800 | 36 | $43,778 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations
Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences, Other
ANIMAL SCIENCE AND CARE
Animal/Livestock Husbandry and Production
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Information Technology
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Electrician
Mason/Masonry
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
Foodservice Systems Administration/Management
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other
Medical/Clinical Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Office Management and Supervision
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets James Sprunt Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 4% |  |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 6% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library
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