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Average
Score: 49/100

Surry Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Dobson, North Carolina 27017
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 (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 8%
Outcomes
D
39/100
Affordability
B+
80/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

2,758
Total Enrollment
8%
Graduation Rate
75%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,470
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Surry Community College

27% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 736 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$267,176
Avg Monthly Rent
$837
1-Year Change
+13.9%
For parents & investors

The Surry Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $267,176
  • Avg rent near campus: $837/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 24351 (5.3% cap, Lambsburg)

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🏆 Where Surry Community College Ranks

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

#8
Language Interpretation and Translation
of 10 schools
#19
Accounting and Finance
of 33 schools
#19
Medical Office Management/Administration
of 31 schools
#21
Computer Software and Media Applications, Other
of 21 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

88%
Receive Any Aid
52%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$8,470
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,197
$30,001 - $48,000$4,426
$48,001 - $75,000$5,803
$75,001 - $110,000$6,464
$110,001+$5,308

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 201 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 116 grads/yr Accounting and Finance 63 grads/yr Medical Office Management/Administration 57 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 46 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 40 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 37 grads/yr Language Interpretation and Translation 29 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 28 grads/yr Information Technology 27 grads/yr Computer Software and Media Applications, Other 26 grads/yr Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Technology/Technician 23 grads/yr Office Management and Supervision 22 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 20 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 19 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 19 grads/yr Electrician 18 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 16 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 12 grads/yr Viticulture and Enology 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Surry 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

2,758
Total Students
61%
Women
45%
Traditional Age (18-24)
27%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 70%
Hispanic 20%
Black 2%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 27%
With Family 73%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~736 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 51%
Hybrid (Some Online) 29%
Fully Online 20%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 45%
25-64 (Adult) 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Surry 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 Surry Community College?
Tuition at Surry 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 $8,470.
What is the graduation rate at Surry Community College?
The graduation rate at Surry Community College is 8%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Surry Community College a good school?
Surry Community College has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): 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
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Surry Community College?
Surry Community College has a total enrollment of 2,758 students.
Is there rental demand near Surry Community College?
Yes! Approximately 27% of students at Surry Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 736 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Dobson area.

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