C+
Above Average
Score: 57/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
58/100 · earnings-weighted

Montgomery Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Troy, North Carolina 27371
Outcomes
C+
58/100
Affordability
B+
77/100
Resources
B+
77/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
F
26/100

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

1,085
Total Enrollment
54%
Graduation Rate
63%
Retention Rate
5.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$9,224
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Montgomery Community College ▼

42% 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
$196,829
Avg Monthly Rent
$864
1-Year Change
+6.9%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$32,742
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$36,166
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
83.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
33.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 58th percentile among certificate-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 Montgomery 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
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities—$42,654-3%#501 of 947#345—
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$30,388$35,286-17%#441 of 476#407—

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

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  • Avg home value near campus: $196,829
  • Avg rent near campus: $864/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 27356 (4.9% cap, Star)

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🏆 Where Montgomery Community College Ranks

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

🥇
Gunsmithing/Gunsmith
of 7 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

76%
Receive Any Aid
46%
Receive Pell Grants
2%
Take Out Loans
$9,224
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,517
$30,001 - $48,000$7,977
$48,001 - $75,000$8,131
$75,001 - $110,000$6,099

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Gunsmithing/Gunsmith 85 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 62 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 56 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 39 grads/yr Electrician 28 grads/yr Medical Office Management/Administration 24 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 23 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 23 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 21 grads/yr Information Technology 18 grads/yr Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians, Other 14 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 12 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 12 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 11 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 10 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 10 grads/yr Taxidermy/Taxidermist 10 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 9 grads/yr Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture 8 grads/yr Building/Property Maintenance 8 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Installation, maintenance, and repair workers, all other
$49k/yr 221,200 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

1,085
Total Students
53%
Women
36%
Traditional Age (18-24)
42%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 52%
Hispanic 25%
Black 14%
Asian 3%
Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 42%
With Family 58%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~457 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 50%
Hybrid (Some Online) 31%
Fully Online 19%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 36%
25-64 (Adult) 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Montgomery 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 Montgomery Community College?
Tuition at Montgomery 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 $9,224.
What is the graduation rate at Montgomery Community College?
The graduation rate at Montgomery Community College is 54%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Montgomery Community College a good school?
Montgomery Community College has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (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 (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Montgomery Community College?
Montgomery Community College has a total enrollment of 1,085 students.
Is there rental demand near Montgomery Community College?
Yes! Approximately 42% of students at Montgomery Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 457 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Troy area.

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