Southeastern Community College, also referred to as SCC, is a public, community college and is located in Whiteville, North Carolina, United States. The college was chartered on February 6, 1964. The campus of the college spans across nearly 100 acres of urban land. Apart from its physical campus, the college also has a strong online presence, offering courses to many students in distance learning mode. The college offers two-year associate degrees and one-year diplomas in various educational streams including fine arts, applied science, general education, among others.
The intercollegiate athletic program of Southeastern Community College allows students to participate in women's fast-pitch softball and men's baseball. Students with proven talent in either of the sports are also offered scholarships.
Southeastern Community College is in a rural area, in Whiteville, NC. The school is classified as a public college. Students at Southeastern 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 Southeastern Community College include conservation and resource management and construction trades.
All qualified applicants are admitted as the school offers open admission. Southeastern Community College attracts a fair number of students from out of state.
One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here the school does well in comparison to most schools.
Southeastern Community College, in 2007, had 1,811 students (1,070 full-time equivalent).
Degree seekers find the school to be more affordable than many of its peers.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Founded in 1964 as part of the North Carolina Community College System, Southeastern Community College is a public, comprehensive community college providing individuals in Columbus County with accessible educational, cultural, and social opportunities designed to improve the quality of their lives. Utilizing multiple and alternate methods
of instructional delivery, the College provides learning experiences for those preparing for an occupation upon graduation, for those in the work force seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills, and for those transferring to a baccalaureate institution. The College offers programs leading to the awarding of continuing education units, certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees."
More complete details are provided below.
Southeastern Community College
4564 Chadbourn Hwy
Whiteville, NC 28472-5422
General Phone: (910) 642-7141
http://www.sccnc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 80 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse |
| Liberal Arts | 54 | liberal arts and sciences, language translation |
| Medical Support And Technology | 45 | clinical and medical lab science, pharmacy tech, medical lab tech |
| Construction Trades | 38 | plumbing, masonry, property management, electrician |
| Business And Management | 26 | business management, call center operation, banking, electronic commerce |
| Education And Teaching | 22 | early childhood education, special ed |
| Office And Administration | 18 | office management |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 16 | information technology, network management |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 12 | criminal justice and police, criminal justice and safety |
| Mechanics And Repair | 11 | HVAC |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 10 | forest technology, environmental science |
| Engineering Technician | 7 | electronics tech, electromechanical instrument tech |
| Production Trades | 2 | welding |
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 2 | cosmetology, manicurist, aesthetician and skin care |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 1 | parks and recreation management |
Number of programs and degrees for Southeastern Community College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 182 | 18 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 101 | 17 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 61 | 11 |
In 2007, Southeastern Community College had a total enrollment of 1,811 students (1,070 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 59% |
| Black | 32% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 6% |
| Unknown | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 11% |
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 75 % |
| Part-Time | 80 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Whiteville, 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 | $ 1,077 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 5,668 |
| Books and supplies | $ 500 |
Financial Aid:
Southeastern Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 296400)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 34 | 47 |
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 | 34 | $47,222 | 47 | $48,895 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 34 | $47,222 | 47 | $48,895 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 17 | 8 | 25 |
| Baseball | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 8 | 8 |
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Banking and Financial Support Services
Business Administration and Management, General
Customer Service Support/Call Center/Teleservice Operation
E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Information Technology
System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Forest Technology/Technician
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Property Maintenance and Management
Electrician
Mason/Masonry
Plumbing Technology/Plumber
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Electromechanical Instrumentation/Maintenance Techs, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Language Interpretation and Translation
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Office Management and Supervision
PRODUCTION TRADES
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 Southeastern Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in construction trades (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus day care
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers athletic scholarships
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