Beaufort County Community College
- Beaufort County Community College is a public comprehensive community college with a commitment to provide accessible and affordable quality education, relevant training, and lifelong learning opportunities for the people served by the College.
School Highlights
Beaufort County Community College serves 1,539 students (29% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 45%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 1,539 students
- In-state tuition: $2,368
- Out-state tuition: $8,512
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 42%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 183 teachers has grown by 40% over five years.
Beaufort County Community College
(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
183 staff
256 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Beaufort County Community College has declined by 24% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has decreased from 20:1 over five years.
The Beaufort County Community College diversity score of 0.59 is less than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,539 students
2,330 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
443 students
727 students
# Part-Time Students
1,096 students
1,603 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
617 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
12%
12%
% Black
24%
21%
% White
58%
55%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
3%
4%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.64
College Completion Rate
33%
26%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,900
$27,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,368 is less than the state average of $3,920. The in-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,512 is less than the state average of $9,538. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,368
$3,920
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,512
$9,538
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
82%
76%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,740
$12,026
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,500
$5,625
Acceptance Rate
n/a
60%
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: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Beaufort County Community College is a public comprehensive community college with a commitment to provide accessible and affordable quality education, relevant training, and lifelong learning opportunities for the people served by the College. Beaufort County Community College began with the operation of a practical nursing program in 1949, under the direction of the State Vocational and Adult Education Department. From 1962 to 1968, the College operated as extension units of Pitt and Lenoir Community Colleges. In December, 1967, the College was officially chartered as Beaufort County Technical Institute. The vocational and technical programs of the College were complemented by a college parallel program which opened in 1968 in conjunction with East Carolina University. In 1979, community college status was granted, and since then, Beaufort County Community College has functioned as a comprehensive community college offering continuing education and awarding associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. When you arrive on our campus, you can expect affordable quality programs, student-oriented instructors, and accessible services. We've dedicated ourselves to creating a community college that fosters respect for your needs and optimism for your growth. Beaufort County Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate Degrees, diplomas, and certificates. The college is a member of American Association of Community Colleges North Carolina Community College System.
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