Beaufort County Community College

5337 US Highway 264 East
Washington, NC 27889
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Tel: (252) 946-6194
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  • 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 2,035 students (37% of students are full-time).
  • The college's student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the state community college average of 19:1.
  • Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the state average of 38%.
  • Beaufort County Community College is the only community colleges within Beaufort County, NC.
  • The nearest community college to Beaufort County Community College is Martin Community College (22.1 miles away).

School Overview

  • The teacher population of 103 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Beaufort County Community College(NC) Community College Avg.
Institution LevelAt least 2 but less than 4 yearsAt least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution ControlPublicPublic
Total Faculty103 staff139 staff
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Student Body

  • The student population of Beaufort County Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
  • The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 has stayed the same over five years.
  • The Beaufort County Community College diversity score of 0.51 is less than the state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment2,035 students2,380 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio20:119:1
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# Full-Time Students755 students1,019 students
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# Part-Time Students1,280 students1,361 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan		-
1%
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% Hispanic
4%
6%
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% Black
32%
21%
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% White
62%
62%
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% Unknown races
2%
6%
Diversity Score0.510.56
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College Completion Rate
7%
16%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)$27,900$27,500
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Finances and Admission

  • The public in-state tuition of $2,368 is less than the state average of $3,911. The in-state tuition has grown by 8% over four years.
  • The public out-state tuition of $8,512 is less than the state average of $9,514. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees$2,368$3,911
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Out-State Tuition Fees$8,512$9,514
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid84%78%
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Median Debt for Graduates$14,856$10,500
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Median Debt for Dropouts$8,250$6,000
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Source: 2016 (or latest year available) 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.

Nearby Schools

  • College Location Mi. Students
  • Martin Community College
    Public
    477 students | 22.10 Mi1161 Kehukee Pk Rd
    Williamston,  NC  27892
    (252) 792-1521     22.10477
  • Miller-Motte College-Greenville
    Private, for profit
    353 students | 24.30 Mi1021 WH Smith Blvd Ste 102
    Greenville,  NC  27834
    (252) 215-2000     24.30353
  • Pitt Community College
    Public
    8,902 students | 24.90 Mi1986 Pitt Tech Road
    Winterville,  NC  28590
    (252) 493-7200     24.908,902
  • Craven Community College
    Public
    2,991 students | 30.20 Mi800 College Ct
    New Bern,  NC  28562
    (252) 638-7200     30.202,991
  • Pamlico Community College
    Public
    410 students | 33.00 Mi5049 Hwy 306 South
    Grantsboro,  NC  28529
    (252) 249-1851     33.00410
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Quick Stats (2020-21)
  • Students: 2,035 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,368
  • Out-state tuition: $8,512
  • Student:teacher ratio: 20:1
  • Minority enrollment: 38%
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Did You Know?
For North Carolina public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,911 per year for in-state students and $9,514 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,515 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in North Carolina is 69%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

North Carolina community colleges have a diversity score of 0.56, which is lower than the national average of 0.65. The most diverse community college in North Carolina is Fayetteville Technical Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
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