Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002982
- Phone: (919) 735-5151
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
80%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
14FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,196Average 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
School Map
Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC)
3000 Wayne Memorial Dr, Goldsboro, NC
Western Piedmont Community College, located in foothills of Morganton, North Carolina, is a good place to start your educational journey if you want to earn an associate degree or a diploma. They also meet your needs to learn a new skill that will help you get a better job. Once you complete your first two years of college here, Western Piedmont Community College will help you to transfer to a four year institution.
With a mission to provide accessible high quality education that improves lives and promotes growth, WPCC aims to develop the potential of every student through the innovative learning strategies and student services that they offer.
WPCC is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees. They offer certificate trainings programs in various disciplines such as law enforcement, fire and rescue training and health services. To meet the challenges of the changing workplace today, you can take up the interactive instructor led classes or the online courses to enhance your skills or learn new ones. These courses have flexible scheduling and are structured to accommodate your busy lifestyle. The college also offers distance learning services where you receive your assignments and instructions through the Blackboard course management system.
The committed faculty and staff are dedicated to working with you to achieve your goals, so if you want to earn an associate degree or diploma or learn specific skill to get a job, this is right place for you.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants Western Piedmont Community College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $3,500. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $2,400-$2,900
- Out-of-State: $8,600-$10,290
- Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $76-$91 per unit
- Out-of-State: $270-$320 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 80% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 79% | $7,075 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 5% | $6,157 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Western Piedmont Community College may offer services including:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dental Assistant Program
- * Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1971)
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1981)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Western Piedmont Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Horticulture (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Accounting (A, C)
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Office Management and Supervision (A)
Communication Technology
- Animation (A, C)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Technology (A, C)
Education
- Early Childhood Education (A, C)
Engineering Technology
Health and Clinical Professions
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (A)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Precision Production
- Welding (A, C)
- Machine Shop Technology (A, C)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Game Design (A)
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Western Piedmont Community College.
- Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute in Concord, NC (15 miles away)
- McDowell Technical Community College in Spruce Pine, NC (16 miles away)
- Mayland Community College in Williamston, NC (23 miles away)
- Catawba Valley Community College in Salisbury, NC (24 miles away)
- Isothermal Community College in High Point, NC (29 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Browse through our complete list of colleges in North Carolina
- Review a list of North Carolina community colleges
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002982
- Phone: (919) 735-5151
- School Homepage