C
Average
Score: 49/100

Johnston Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Smithfield, North Carolina 27577
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 29%
Outcomes
C
45/100
Affordability
B+
80/100
Resources
B
67/100
Experience
F
26/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

4,680
Total Enrollment
29%
Graduation Rate
61%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,282
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Johnston Community College

18% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 842 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$293,166
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,787
1-Year Change
+1.5%
For parents & investors

The Johnston Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $293,166
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,787/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 27577 (4.8% cap, Smithfield)

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🏆 Where Johnston Community College Ranks

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

#20
Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician
of 28 schools
#22
Medical Office Management/Administration
of 31 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

64%
Receive Any Aid
43%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$5,282
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,095
$30,001 - $48,000$3,485
$48,001 - $75,000$4,270
$75,001 - $110,000$3,447

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 314 grads/yr Information Technology 163 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 88 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 79 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 69 grads/yr Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician 59 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 55 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 51 grads/yr Medical Office Management/Administration 45 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 36 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 33 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 33 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 32 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 27 grads/yr Pre-Engineering 27 grads/yr Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist 24 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 24 grads/yr Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching 24 grads/yr Child Development 23 grads/yr Accounting and Finance 21 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Software developers
$133k/yr 1,693,800 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr 179,200 jobs
Information security analysts
$125k/yr 182,800 jobs
Data scientists
$113k/yr 245,900 jobs

Student Demographics

4,680
Total Students
63%
Women
56%
Traditional Age (18-24)
18%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 60%
Hispanic 20%
Black 14%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 18%
With Family 82%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~842 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 12%
Hybrid (Some Online) 49%
Fully Online 39%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 56%
25-64 (Adult) 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Johnston 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 Johnston Community College?
Tuition at Johnston 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 $5,282.
What is the graduation rate at Johnston Community College?
The graduation rate at Johnston Community College is 29%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Johnston Community College a good school?
Johnston Community College has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Johnston Community College?
Johnston Community College has a total enrollment of 4,680 students.
Is there rental demand near Johnston Community College?
Yes! Approximately 18% of students at Johnston Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 842 students who need rental housing near campus.

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