C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
29/100 · earnings-weighted

Central Carolina Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Sanford, North Carolina 27330
Outcomes
C
53/100
Affordability
A
85/100
Resources
B
70/100
Experience
F
33/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

5,574
Total Enrollment
41%
Graduation Rate
68%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$2,153
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Central Carolina Community College ▼

23% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$292,823
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,712
1-Year Change
+2.9%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Central Carolina Community College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$33,525
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$29,774
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
42.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
25.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 14th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NC wage index 0.87). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Central Carolina Community College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$70,579$80,075-1%#481 of 962#353—
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians—$74,826+2%#28 of 60#26—
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$60,458$47,898-23%#206 of 237#204—
Business Administration, Management and Operations—$47,827-2%#301 of 547#220—
Computer and Information Sciences—$43,626-20%#110 of 122#96—
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians$37,915$42,196+2%#65 of 124#39—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$19,606$41,536-6%#571 of 947#424—
Health and Medical Administrative Services$28,178$40,028+8%#153 of 286#117—
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods—$31,024-18%#138 of 160#129—
Criminal Justice and Corrections$28,734—————

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Central Carolina Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $292,823
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,712/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 27505 (5.2% cap, Broadway)

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🏆 Where Central Carolina Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Foodservice Systems Administration/Management
of 4 schools
🥈
Library and Archives Assisting
of 6 schools
#6
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians, Other
of 22 schools
#9
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
of 21 schools
#11
Medical Office Management/Administration
of 31 schools
#15
Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician
of 48 schools
#18
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,432 $8,576

Financial Aid

76%
Receive Any Aid
48%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$2,153
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$279
$30,001 - $48,000$573
$48,001 - $75,000$1,048
$75,001 - $110,000$2,349

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 277 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 81 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 71 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 50 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 40 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 40 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 38 grads/yr Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant 36 grads/yr Medical Office Management/Administration 35 grads/yr Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician 34 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 32 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 31 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 31 grads/yr Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians, Other 30 grads/yr Foodservice Systems Administration/Management 30 grads/yr Library and Archives Assisting 28 grads/yr Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other 26 grads/yr Accounting and Finance 24 grads/yr Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection, Other 23 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 19 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Central Carolina Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Student Demographics

5,574
Total Students
63%
Women
41%
Traditional Age (18-24)
23%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 50%
Hispanic 25%
Black 16%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 23%
With Family 77%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,276 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 21%
Hybrid (Some Online) 32%
Fully Online 47%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 41%
25-64 (Adult) 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Central Carolina Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Central Carolina Community College?
Tuition at Central Carolina Community College is $2,432 for in-state students and $8,576 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $2,153.
What is the graduation rate at Central Carolina Community College?
The graduation rate at Central Carolina Community College is 41%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Central Carolina Community College a good school?
Central Carolina Community College has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Central Carolina Community College?
Central Carolina Community College has a total enrollment of 5,574 students.
Is there rental demand near Central Carolina Community College?
Yes! Approximately 23% of students at Central Carolina Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,276 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Sanford area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology