- The mission of Wilson Technical Community College, a public post secondary educational institution, is to provide high-quality educational programs and support services, in an expanding, multi-cultural global community.
School Highlights
Wilson Community College serves 1,709 students (21% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is same as the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,709 students
- In-state tuition: $2,393
- Out-state tuition: $8,537
- Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Wilson Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 190 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Wilson 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
190 staff
256 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Wilson Community College has declined by 7% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has decreased from 10:1 over five years.
The Wilson Community College diversity score of 0.67 is more than the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,709 students
1,993 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
360 students
644 students
# Part-Time Students
1,349 students
1,349 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
135 students
252 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
360 students
644 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,349 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
36%
19%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
12%
13%
% White
2%
5%
% Hawaiian
43%
54%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
1%
1%
Diversity Score
0.67
0.65
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3451%
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)
$27,000
$27,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,393 is less than the state average of $3,915. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,537 is less than the state average of $9,508. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,393
$3,915
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,537
$9,508
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
80%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,739
$11,865
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,018
$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 Administrators
School Notes
- The college offers degree program, diploma program that provides curricula for theory and skill competence and human relations skills; college transfer degree program that provides a curriculum of liberal arts studies designed to transfer to four-year institutions; general education degree program that provides general interest and liberal arts studies; basic skills program that provides adult basic education, high school completion, and English as a second language training; community service program that provides life enrichment and cultural development opportunities; and occupational extension program that provides skill training and retraining. The College Transfer Program offers courses in the arts and sciences leading to the Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.) or the Associate in Science Degree (A.S.) These courses parallel those required during the first two years of study at four-year colleges and universities. Wilson Technical Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) to award the Associate Degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Wilson Community College cost?
Wilson Community College's tuition is approximately $2,393 for In-State students and $8,537 for Out-State students.
What is Wilson Community College's ranking?
Wilson Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Carolina for: Diversity in US community colleges and Average community college minority breakdown.
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