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- School Code: 544900
- Phone: (828) 327-7000
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FINANCIAL AID RATE
75%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
14:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
32FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,719Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Liberal Arts Degree
The liberal arts program at Central Carolina Community College prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other North Carolina colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.
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Central Carolina Community College (CVCC)
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC
Established primarily for the residents of North Carolina, Central Carolina Community College also serves as a higher educational resource for other states. It was formerly known as the Lee County Industrial Education Center.
This college is a constituent of the North Carolina Community College System with campuses located at Chatham, Harnett, and Lee counties. The campus at Lee County is situated on a 104-acre site at 1100-1105 Kelly Drive in Sanford. This campus is a home for state-of-the-art facilities designed to provide an environment conducive to learning for the students.
CCCC remains true to its vision to provide quality and accessible educational opportunities for the community it serves. This college offers 45 curriculum programs that conclude with an Associate degree or college transfer credits, Diploma and Certificate. To facilitate seamless transfer to four-year institutions, CCCC established articulation agreements with colleges and universities. Selected programs may be taken via online distance education.
Through innovative programs and continuous improvement of its academic services, this college responds to the changing needs of the students and the community. Besides the curriculum courses, non- curriculum and Adult High School/GED programs are also offered. And with the Lee Early College program, students are given the opportunity to finish high school and Associate degree in five years in partnership with Lee County Public Schools.
At CCCC, students can experience a true sense of community with a diverse population working towards a common goal - to achieve personal success, community development and economic progress.
Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Central Carolina Community College offers an associate's degree program in liberal arts.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 84 |
Female | 114 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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American Indian | 3 |
Asian | 6 |
Black | 24 |
Hispanic | 40 |
White | 116 |
Multiple Races | 4 |
Unknown | 5 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Liberal Arts program at Central Carolina Community College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
Description
All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the students CVCC accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Central Carolina Community College may offer services like those listed below:
- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Child care
Intercollegiate Athletics
Central Carolina Community College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports being in the NJCAA Division III classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball
- Golf
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball