Central Piedmont Community College

1201 Elizabeth Avenue, Charlotte, NC, 28204 - View a map of this school Map

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Central Piedmont Community College is an innovative and comprehensive college that advances the life-long educational development of students consistent with their needs, interests, and abilities while strengthening the economic, social, and cultural life of its diverse community....

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  • Central Piedmont Community College
  • Community College Avg.
County Mecklenburg County, NC -
Title IV Eligible Yes Yes
Carnegie Classification Associate of Arts Colleges Associate of Arts Colleges
Institution Level At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control Public Public
Full-Time Undergraduate 7,261 students 1,020 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 10,681 students 1,444 students
Total Enrollment 17,942 students 2,213 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 28% 78%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 20% 46%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $1,511 $2,845
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 4% 29%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $514 $1,273
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 2% 12%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $892 $1,146
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $2,975 $3,129

School Notes:

  • In 1963, Mecklenburg College and the Central Industrial Education Center were merged to establish Central Piedmont Community College, one the first of the 58 colleges in the NC Community College System. The substantial increase in the educational and training needs of the community since 1963 have required commensurate expansion of the College's instructional programs and facilities.
  • In 1963, there were 23 degree and diploma programs; now there are more than 60, along with a comprehensive literacy program and an extensive array of corporate and continuing education offerings. In 1963, the College occupied the structures formerly used by Charlotte's Central High School. Recognizing that the Central Campus is experiencing maximum utilization, the College trustees in 1989 authorized the development of comprehensive campuses in other areas of Mecklenburg County to accommodate the ever increasing needs of the burgeoning Charlotte-Mecklenburg community.
  • The College provides educational programs and services in Business, Community Service, Health, and Technology Programs; Transfer Programs; Queens Bound Program; Basic Skills Programs; Corporate and Continuing Education; Community Service and International Programs and Services.
  • The college was fully accredited to award associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates in 1969 by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
  • Profile last updated: 09/16/2009.

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