- FTCC offers over 300 associate degrees, certificates, and diplomas. For flexibility, many programs are available 100 percent online. With so much variety to offer, FTCC truly offers something for everyone. Our faculty members care about your success and are highly skilled in their areas of expertise. Beyond the classroom, FTCC offers extensive support services, such as the Student Learning Center, the Paul H. Thompson Library, counseling services, services specifically for our military and veteran students, and social activities through student clubs and organizations.
School Highlights
Fayetteville Technical Community College serves 16,050 students (37% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is same as the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 50%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 16,050 students
- In-state tuition: $2,628
- Out-state tuition: $8,772
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
- Minority enrollment: 68%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Fayetteville Technical Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Programs offered
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 762 teachers has grown by 62% over five years.
Fayetteville Technical Community College
(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1961
Campus Size
266 acres
Total Faculty
762 staff
129 staff
Number of Programs Offered
317
51
School Calendar
School Motto
Education for Life
Student Body
The student population of Fayetteville Technical Community College has grown by 63% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The Fayetteville Technical Community College diversity score of 0.71 is more than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
16,050 students
2,143 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
# Full-Time Students
5,907 students
650 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
10,143 students
1,493 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
22,735 students
1,887 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
16,050 students
650 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
14%
14%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
40%
22%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
32%
50%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Unknown races
3%
6%
Diversity Score
0.71
0.68
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
22%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,000
$27,500
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $2,628 is less than the state average of $3,915. The in-state tuition has grown by 18% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,772 is less than the state average of $9,508. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,628
$3,915
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,772
$9,508
Tuition Notes
Tuition and fees calculated for two semesters, assumes full-time enrollment; updated annually
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
67%
79%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$11,865
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,034
$5,846
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Acceptance Rate
100%
75%
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold, and White
School Mascot
Trojan
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
36 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Association of Nursing Students - ADN Honor Society - Epsilon Zeta Chapter (ADN II)Association of Nursing Students I
Association of Students for Social Justice ClubCosmetology Club
Criminal Justice AssociationFine Arts Club
Forensic Science ClubFTCC Alumni Association
Future Business Leaders of AmericaFuture Culinarians of America
Game and Interactive MediaHealth and Fitness Science
Hispanic/Latin X ClubHorticulture Club
Information Technology Cyber Club (ITCC)Loose Leaf Writer's Club
Medical Office Professionals' AssociationNational Society of Leadership and Success
National Technical Honor SocietyParalegal Club
Parents for HIgher EducationPhi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Practical Nursing Education AssociationPsychology Club
Radiography ClubS.A.G.E (Sexuality and Gender Equality) Club
Science ClubSeekers Fellowship
Sigma Kappa Delta English Honor SocietySkillsUSA
SonographySpeech Language Pathology Club
Student American Dental Hygienists AssociationStudent Government Association (SGA)
Student Veterans of AmericaY.E.S. Initiative
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- The purpose of Fayetteville Technical Community College is to provide affordable vocational-technical, business and industry, general education, college transfer, and continuing education programs, which meet the needs and desires of its diverse students and the economic development needs of the community, region, and state. To improve the educational attainment levels of society, FTCC encourages lifelong learning and strives to prepare students for further workforce and educational experiences.
Profile last updated: 08/11/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Fayetteville Technical Community College cost?
Fayetteville Technical Community College's tuition is approximately $2,628 for In-State students and $8,772 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Fayetteville Technical Community College?
The acceptance rate of Fayetteville Technical Community College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 75%.
What is Fayetteville Technical Community College's ranking?
Fayetteville Technical Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Carolina for: Diversity in US community colleges, Average community college minority breakdown, Largest student body, Most Programs Offered and Highest completion rates.
In what neighborhood is Fayetteville Technical Community College located?
Fayetteville Technical Community College is located in the Terry Sanford neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC.
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