- Pamlico Community College, a two-year college with an open door policy, is committed to providing accessible and affordable quality education, relevant training, and lifelong learning opportunities for the people served by the college. The College offers curriculum programs for certificate, diploma, and terminal Applied Science degrees and transfer options through the Associate in Arts degree; Continuing Education programs providing short-term occupational extension training, avocational courses, and basic skills and services to businesses, groups, and individuals that improve the quality of life.
School Highlights
Pamlico Community College serves 307 students (16% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 307 students
- In-state tuition: $2,347
- Out-state tuition: $8,491
- Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
- Minority enrollment: 99%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Pamlico Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Pamlico Community College
(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
74 staff
256 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Pamlico Community College has declined by 44% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 has decreased from 7:1 over five years.
The Pamlico Community College diversity score of 0.60 is less than the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
307 students
1,993 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
49 students
644 students
# Part-Time Students
258 students
1,349 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
421 students
252 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
49 students
644 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
258 students
1,404 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
27 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
717 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
3%
% Asian
32%
19%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
7%
13%
% White
1%
5%
% Hawaiian
54%
54%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Unknown races
1%
1%
Diversity Score
0.60
0.65
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.8182%
0.3863%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.5387%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$25,700
$27,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,347 is less than the state average of $3,915. The in-state tuition has grown by 25% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,491 is less than the state average of $9,508. The out-state tuition has grown by 31% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,347
$3,915
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,491
$9,508
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$11,865
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$5,846
Acceptance Rate
n/a
82%
SAT Reading
n/a
488
SAT Math
n/a
498
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
13
ACT Math
n/a
16
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- From its humble origin in 1962 as an Industrial Education Center located on the campus of Pamlico County High School, Pamlico Community College has evolved into an expanding campus of its own where hundreds come to pursue degrees, diplomas, certificates and opportunities to enrich one's quality of life. We offer 12 academic programs and a broad selection of Continuing Education courses ranging from GED instruction to the US Coast Guard Captain's Licensing. Whether planning to own a business, improve computer skills, or style hair, opportunities await. The college is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) to award Associate Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates; is approved for the training of veterans and eligible dependents; and is a member institution of the North Carolina Community College System and American Association of Colleges and Junior Colleges.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pamlico Community College cost?
Pamlico Community College's tuition is approximately $2,347 for In-State students and $8,491 for Out-State students.
What is Pamlico Community College's ranking?
Pamlico Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Carolina for: Average community college minority breakdown, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest completion rates.
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