C+
Above Average
Score: 61/100

Stanly Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Albemarle, North Carolina 28001
Outcomes
B
70/100
Affordability
A
84/100
Resources
B
72/100
Experience
F
27/100
Prestige
D
39/100

Quick Stats

2,527
Total Enrollment
72%
Graduation Rate
72%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,001
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Stanly Community College

24% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 604 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$265,890
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,444
1-Year Change
+4.0%
For parents & investors

The Stanly Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $265,890
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,444/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 28097 (5.2% cap, Locust)

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🏆 Where Stanly Community College Ranks

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

#24
Child Development
of 62 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

66%
Receive Any Aid
55%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$5,001
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,027
$30,001 - $48,000$4,513
$48,001 - $75,000$5,252
$75,001 - $110,000$4,786

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 171 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 157 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 64 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 51 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 38 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 38 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 35 grads/yr Child Development 34 grads/yr Human Services, General 22 grads/yr Accounting and Finance 22 grads/yr Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching 22 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 19 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 14 grads/yr Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 14 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 12 grads/yr Information Technology 10 grads/yr Electrician 9 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 9 grads/yr Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations 8 grads/yr Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling 7 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

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
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

2,527
Total Students
70%
Women
32%
Traditional Age (18-24)
24%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 66%
Hispanic 5%
Black 15%
Asian 3%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 24%
With Family 76%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~604 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 15%
Hybrid (Some Online) 19%
Fully Online 66%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 32%
25-64 (Adult) 32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Stanly 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 Stanly Community College?
Tuition at Stanly 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 $5,001.
What is the graduation rate at Stanly Community College?
The graduation rate at Stanly Community College is 72%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Stanly Community College a good school?
Stanly Community College has a Repit College Score of 61/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): 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 Stanly Community College?
Stanly Community College has a total enrollment of 2,527 students.
Is there rental demand near Stanly Community College?
Yes! Approximately 24% of students at Stanly Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 604 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Albemarle area.

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