Rowan-cabarrus Community College

1333 Jake Alexander Blvd, Salisbury, NC, 28146-1595 - View a map of this school Map

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Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is an open-door, comprehensive learning-centered institution of higher education serving the citizens of Rowan and Cabarrus counties. The college, a member of the North Carolina Community College System, offers affordable occupational and education programs leading to the Associate in Applied Science Degree and an Arts and Sciences program leading to the Associate in Arts Degree. Diplomas and certificates are awarded for other occupational, adult and continuing education programs. The primary focus of the college’s offerings is on workforce development by meeting the educational needs of the individual and meeting the changing training requirements of business and industrial firms as well as other employers in the service area....

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  • Rowan-cabarrus Community College
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County Rowan 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 1,496 students 1,015 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 3,509 students 1,441 students
Total Enrollment 5,005 students 2,177 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 43% 78%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 35% 46%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $2,930 $2,841
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 14% 29%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $1,047 $1,267
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 10% 12%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $1,118 $1,151

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  • Our 102-acre North Campus is conveniently located in the North Carolina Piedmont. RCCC's 24-acre South Campus is conveniently located in Cabarrus County. Modern classrooms, fully equipped laboratories, shops, and learning resources are available at all campus locations. A highly qualified and dedicated faculty and staff stand ready to help you succeed as they encourage you to learn in stimulating and innovative ways.
  • RCCC offers occupational education degree, diploma, and certificate programs in Business Technologies; Industrial and Engineering Technologies; and Health and Public Services Technologies. We also offer courses in the Arts and Sciences leading to the Associate in Arts degree for transfer to a four-year college or university. In addition, there are programs in adult education and continuing education such as literacy and adult high school and specialized training programs for business and industry.
  • Credit courses are offered during the day and during the evening hours. The purpose of offering credit courses both day and evening is to provide flexibility in scheduling and optimum availability of courses. Non-credit Occupational Extension and Community Service courses, which are available for occupational, personal, and community enrichment, are also offered both day and evening.
  • At Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, Continuing Education programs support the philosophy that learning is a lifelong activity. This division offers classes and short courses for professional development and community service courses of general interest at convenient times and locations. Business and Industry Services' staff provide customized support for the community through the Small Business Center, New and Expanding Industry Training and Focused Industrial Training.

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Note: Data has been gathered from several government and commercial data sources. School data reflects years 2002-04 statistics (most recent years available). Area and demographic data reflects year 2000 statistics. Public School Review does not ensure the timeliness or accuracy of the information on this site.

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