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Randolph Community College, also referred to as RCC, was originally established as the Randolph Industrial Education Center in 1962. The name was changed to Randolph Technical Institute in 1965, and again to Randolph Technical College in 1979. It was finally christened the Randolph Community College in 1988. The college sits on a 35-acre campus in Asheboro, North Carolina.
A large number of associate’s degrees, certificates, and diploma programs are offered by RCC. Students can opt for courses in the fields of business technology, developmental studies, general education, health occupation, human services, photographic technology, art, and design, and mechanical & industrial technology.
Students of Randolph Community College are members of various clubs and organizations such as the Student Government Organization, Campus Crusaders, Common Threads, Phi Beta Lambda, Phi Theta Kappa, RCC Student Nurse Association and Myths and Makers. In addition, they also publish the on-campus literary magazine called “Uwharrie Dreams”.
The campus of Randolph Community College is in Asheboro, NC, which is a town not far from a more urbanized area. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Randolph Community College include, at the school's highest level, the Associate's degree.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Randolph Community College is known for its programs in design, media, photography and commercial art, security and law enforcement, and production trades.
Its open admissions system makes the school an attractive choice for many applicants.
Randolph Community College maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
In 2007-2008, the school had 2,521 students enrolled (1,946 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at Randolph Community College are 40 years old or older.
The school is a relative bargain, with lower tuition and fees than most schools offering similar degrees.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"To provide quality education, training, and workforce development to meet the needs of our students and community."
More complete details are provided below.
Randolph Community College
629 Industrial Pk Ave
Asheboro, NC 27205
General Phone: (336) 633-0200
http://www.randolph.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 56 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 33 | criminal justice and police, criminal justice and safety |
| Education and Teaching | 31 | early childhood education, elementary school teaching |
| Business and Management | 29 | business management, accounting, entrepreneurship |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 28 | photography, commercial photography, commercial art |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 19 | registered nursing |
| Mechanics and Repair | 18 | autobody repair, automobile mechanics, industrial mechanics |
| Office and Administration | 16 | office management |
| Production Trades | 16 | machine shop assistant |
| Media | 10 | photojournalism |
| Medical Support and Technology | 9 | radiographer |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 9 | information technology, computer networking |
| Design | 9 | interior design |
| Construction Trades | 4 | electrician |
| Medical Administration | 0 | health care administration |
Number of programs and degrees for Randolph Community College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 219 | 23 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 34 | 10 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 34 | 9 |
In 2007-2008, Randolph Community College had a total enrollment of 2,521 students (1,946 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 74% |
| (Foreign Students) | 26% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 9% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | 93% |
| (International Students) | 6% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 42 % |
| Part-Time | 23 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Asheboro, 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 | $ 1,136 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 5,720 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
Randolph Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 544700)
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 | 27 | $41,947 | 38 | $41,558 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 27 | $41,947 | 38 | $41,558 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Information Technology
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Electrician
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Office Management and Supervision
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial Photography
Commercial and Advertising Art
Photography
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Randolph Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in design (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in production trades (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
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 Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library
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