Piedmont Community College

  • Nestled in the beautiful rolling hills of north central North Carolina, Piedmont Community College provides educational opportunities to approximately 55,000 residents in rural Person and Caswell counties. As one of the 58 member institutions of the North Carolina Community College System, PCC awards Associate Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates in more than 35 curriculum programs. PCC's premiere location positions the College to provide training for the high-tech, in-demand jobs of the 21st century and makes the College an integral factor in the economic development of both counties it serves as well as the state. From the most basic skills classes to college-level courses to specialized industrial training, PCC has it all. PCC is committed to serving its students in a warm and friendly, caring atmosphere.

School Highlights

Piedmont Community College serves 1,329 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 40%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,329 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,419
  • Out-state tuition: $8,563
  • Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
  • Minority enrollment: 38%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 208 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Piedmont Community College
(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
208 staff
256 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Piedmont Community College has declined by 6% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has decreased from 7:1 over five years.
The Piedmont Community College diversity score of 0.54 is less than the state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,329 students
2,142 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
9:1
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# Full-Time Students
365 students
693 students
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# Part-Time Students
964 students
1,449 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
854 students
252 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
365 students
693 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
964 students
1,583 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
717 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
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% Asian
n/a
3%
% Hispanic
6%
10%
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% Black
27%
18%
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% White
62%
60%
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% Two or more races
3%
2%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
1%
4%
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This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in NC.
Diversity Score
0.54
0.59
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
37%
35%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.63%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$24,600
$27,500
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $2,419 is less than the state average of $3,923. The in-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,563 is less than the state average of $9,541. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,419
$3,923
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,563
$9,541
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
77%
81%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$7,536
$10,500
This chart display median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Piedmont Community College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in NC by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,300
$6,000
This chart display median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Piedmont Community College and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in NC by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
n/a
82%
SAT Reading
n/a
488
SAT Math
n/a
498
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
13
ACT Math
n/a
16
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Piedmont Community College (PCC) has two campuses, one in Person County and the other in Caswell County. PCC's main campus is located in Roxboro, NC (Person County), and its second campus is located in Yanceyville, NC (Caswell County). Curriculum courses to Associate degrees, diplomas or certificates in one of the more than 30 programs of study offered by PCC. These classes are also transferable to other colleges and other curricula, and, are, in general, a semester in length. Courses taught in a mini-mester or other special session would be exceptions. Students earn credit based on the number of hours the class meets each week. Continuing Education courses vary in length from one class period to multiple class periods, depending on the type of class. Continuing Education courses include those for personal interest, renewal of professional licenses, emergency services training, business development, industry training, and training on specific computer software. Continuing Education courses 10 hours or more in length that are appropriate to a person's field of study may be taken for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) of credit. Piedmont Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate degrees, diplomas and certificates.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Piedmont Community College cost?
Piedmont Community College's tuition is approximately $2,419 for In-State students and $8,563 for Out-State students.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,329 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,419
  • Out-state tuition: $8,563
  • Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
  • Minority enrollment: 38%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For North Carolina public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,923 per year for in-state students and $9,541 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $19,438 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in North Carolina is 71%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

North Carolina community colleges have a diversity score of 0.59, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in North Carolina is Durham Technical Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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