School Highlights
Pitt Community College serves 7,346 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 7,346 students
- In-state tuition: $1,979
- Out-state tuition: $8,122
- Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Pitt Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 669 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Pitt 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
669 staff
256 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Pitt Community College has declined by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The Pitt Community College diversity score of 0.62 is less than the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,346 students
1,993 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
2,454 students
644 students
# Part-Time Students
4,892 students
1,349 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
663 students
252 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,454 students
644 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,892 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
30%
19%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
9%
13%
% White
3%
5%
% Hawaiian
53%
54%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.62
0.65
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2671%
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)
$30,500
$27,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,979 is less than the state average of $3,915. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,122 is less than the state average of $9,508. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,979
$3,915
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,122
$9,508
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
77%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,077
$11,865
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,846
$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
- Since opening in 1961, Pitt Community College has been educating and empowering people for success through a diverse selection of hands-on training programs and by offering the quality instruction, learning resources and technology necessary for students to build solid foundations for whatever career paths they choose.
- It is PCC’s mission to make a college education affordable and barrier-free. In-state residents pay low tuition and fees, and the college offers financial aid in the form of grants, scholarships and loans to help those in financial need. PCC also offers evening and weekend classes and online classes to accommodate our students’ busy schedules.
- Prospective students are encouraged to visit the PCC campus or the college website, www.pittcc.edu, to learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pitt Community College cost?
Pitt Community College's tuition is approximately $1,979 for In-State students and $8,122 for Out-State students.
What is Pitt Community College's ranking?
Pitt Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Carolina for: Largest student body.
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