Rockingham Community College
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The mission of Rockingham Community College is to enhance individual and community success in Rockingham County through education as well as full development of human potential, employment assistance, service to business and industry, and contributions to cultural and social development....
School Overview:
- Community College Avg.
| County | Rockingham 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 | 731 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 1,342 students | 1,444 students |
| Total Enrollment | 2,073 students | 2,213 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 53% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 40% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $3,647 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 11% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $914 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 26% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $444 | $1,146 |
School Notes:
- In December 1963, State Board of Education grants charter for Rockingham Community College. Trustees hold first meeting, electing Welsford Bishopric of Eden as chairman. In January 1966 groundbreaking ceremony is held as work begins on first four buildings (Shop, Classroom, Laboratory, and Learning Resources Center). Classes begin in Shop, Laboratory, and Classroom buildings on October 1966 as workmen add finishing touches.
- Located on 274 acres of stately pines, Rockingham Community College features scenic nature trails, tennis courts, and beautifully landscaped grounds. Classes are held in twelve of 18 buildings; the newest addition completed in 2005 houses the college's Community and Workforce Education Division.
- By completing courses in the Arts and Sciences, students can earn Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, or Associate in Fine Arts degrees. These degrees are designed to prepare students to continue their education as juniors in their field of study. The College Transfer Program is offered as part of the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) which governs the transfer of credit between community colleges and most 4-year colleges and universities in North Carolina. The courses in the College Transfer Program include a 44 hour semester General Education Core and 20-21 additional semester hours.
- Rockingham Community College offers career programs. These programs offer practical, applications-oriented nstruction in well-equipped lab facilities. Our instructors bring many years of professional work experience to the classroom. Through their experience, you will learn how theory relates to practical application.
- Rockingham Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate Degrees.
- Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.
In the News:
- Community Bulletin Board (Winston-Salem Journal)
posted on November 19, 2009 at 05:00:00 am
Community Bulletin Board - Rockingham discusses funding for civic center (Greensboro News & Record)
posted on November 11, 2009 at 08:12:13 am
WENTWORTH — There were more questions than answers Monday night when the Rockingham County Board of Commissioners discussed how to pay for the McMichael Civic Center at Rockingham Community College. read more - Steering riders out of danger (Greensboro News & Record)
posted on October 25, 2009 at 06:12:54 am
WENTWORTH — Motorcycle owner Nadean Trimyer hadn’t been out of Rockingham Community College’s safe-riding course three weeks before it saved her from serious harm. read more - Loan to finance civic center sought (Greensboro News & Record)
posted on October 20, 2009 at 07:12:24 am
WENTWORTH — A flagging campaign to raise money for the McMichael Civic Center has Rockingham Community College leaders seeking alternative methods to fund the project, including a loan from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. read more - Calendar - Rockingham County (Greensboro News & Record)
posted on October 11, 2009 at 06:11:54 am
Fun stuff TODAY Disney’s Mulan Jr., 2:30 p.m. Oct. 11, Rockingham Community College, Advanced Technologies Auditorium, N.C. 65, Wentworth. Presented by the Theatre Guild of Rockingham County Youth Theatre. $10 adults, $7 ages 18 and younger. Tickets: 627-0228. TUESDAY read more
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