Isothermal Community College exists to improve life through learning. Isothermal Community College is an institution committed to the journey charted by the concept of the Learning-Centered College.
School Highlights
Isothermal Community College serves 1,918 students (36% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 50%.
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The student population of Isothermal Community College has declined by 6% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Isothermal Community College diversity score of 0.47 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has grown by 23% over five years.
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $2,358 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 $8,502 is less than the state average of $9,508. The out-state tuition has grown by 28% over four years.
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Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
Isothermal Community College, a member of the North Carolina
Community College System, is a comprehensive, two-year, public
institution that serves the individuals in Rutherford and Polk
Counties. The College offers individual courses and certificate,
diploma and degree programs that enable students to transfer to
four-year institutions or to acquire skills for new or continued
employment, as well as to function effectively as citizens in our
society. In addition, the College provides training for area
business and industry, personal enrichment courses, remedial and
developmental courses and community service activities. Programs of
study fall into two major categories: college transfer and career
preparation. The Associate of Arts and Associate of Science Degree
Programs are designed primarily for students planning to transfer
to a four-year college or university. The Associate of Applied
Science Degree, Diploma, and Certificate Programs are designed for
career preparation. Some Associate of Applied Science Degree
Programs are also transferable to four-year colleges and
universities. Isothermal Community College is accredited by the
Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and
Schools to award associate degrees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Isothermal Community College cost?
Isothermal Community College's tuition is approximately $2,358 for In-State students and $8,502 for Out-State students.
What is Isothermal Community College's ranking?
Isothermal Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Carolina for: Highest completion rates.
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For North Carolina public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,915 per year for in-state students and $9,508 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $19,438 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
