- Cabarrus College of Health Sciences is an independent, post-secondary education institution affiliated with CMC-NorthEast in Concord, NC. 467 students are enrolled in eight degree programs. Our students enjoy the benefit of small classes, mentoring from faculty, and high pass rates on certification exams.
School Highlights
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences serves 637 students (38% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 48%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Private-state tuition: $11,636
- Acceptance Rate: 46%
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 42%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Selectivity
School Overview
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
67 staff
256 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Cabarrus College of Health Sciences has grown by 34% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Cabarrus College of Health Sciences diversity score of 0.62 is less than the state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has grown by 88% over five years.
Total Enrollment
637 students
2,542 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1

# Full-Time Students
240 students
766 students

# Part-Time Students
397 students
1,813 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
547 students
316 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
168 students
766 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
72 students
22 students



# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
379 students
1,990 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
18 students
3 students


Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
717 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%

% Asian
2%
3%

% Hispanic
7%
13%

% Black
17%
21%

% White
58%
52%

% Hawaiian
11%
1%

% Two or more races
4%
3%

% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
5%


Diversity Score
0.62
0.66

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.3684%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.4737%
0.4286%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$43,400
$27,500

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $11,636 is less than the state average of $19,438. The private state tuition has declined by 16% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$11,636
$19,438

Tuition Notes
$300 a credit hour
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
90%
82%

Median Debt for Graduates
$18,500
$11,865

Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,846

Acceptance Rate
46%
82%

SAT Total Avg.
986
986
SAT Reading
488
488

SAT Math
498
498

ACT Total Avg.
59
49
ACT Composite
20
20

ACT English
19
13

ACT Math
20
16

Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Thank you for your interest in Cabarrus College of Health Sciences. Please join us for an upcoming open house on October 21,2009 November 18, December 10, January 19,2010 February 17, March 23, April 20, May 19, June 17, July 13 or August 10 from 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Registration is not required. Please call 704-403-1556 for additional information.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cabarrus College of Health Sciences cost?
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences's private state tuition is approximately $11,636.
What is the acceptance rate of Cabarrus College of Health Sciences?
The acceptance rate of Cabarrus College of Health Sciences is 46%, which is lower than the state average of 82%. Cabarrus College of Health Sciences's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in North Carolina with low acceptance rates.
What is Cabarrus College of Health Sciences's ranking?
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Carolina for: Lowest acceptance rates.
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