- Lenoir Community College is a public community college in Lenoir County, North Carolina. LCC's main campus is located in the city of Kinston in Lenoir County and it has satellite institutions in Greene and Jones counties. It is part of the North Carolina Community College System.
School Highlights
Lenoir Community College serves 2,591 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 50%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 2,591 students
- In-state tuition: $2,279
- Out-state tuition: $8,039
- Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
- Minority enrollment: 49%
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
The teacher population of 157 teachers has declined by 52% over five years.
Lenoir Community College
(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's 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
157 staff
129 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Lenoir Community College has grown by 9% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Lenoir Community College diversity score of 0.62 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has grown by 9% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,591 students
2,143 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
# Full-Time Students
695 students
650 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
1,896 students
1,493 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,591 students
1,887 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
695 students
650 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,896 students
1,522 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
14%
14%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
31%
22%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
51%
50%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
2%
3%
Diversity Score
0.62
0.68
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
29%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,500
$27,500
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $2,279 is less than the state average of $3,915. The in-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,039 is less than the state average of $9,508. The out-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,279
$3,915
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,039
$9,508
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
79%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates (Year 2007)
$2,625
$6,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$2,625
$3,668
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
Volleyball
Colors
Blue and Gold.
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
19 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Automotive Customizing ClubBiomechanics Club
Computering Engineering ClubCooks and Connoisserus
Criminal Justice ClubGraphic Arts & Imaging Technology Club
Horticulture ClubHuman Service Club
Lamplighters ClubMedical Assisting Club
Night Owls ClubNightingales Club
Phi Beta LambdaPhi Theta Kappa
Radiant Beams ClubScience Club
Student Government AssociationSurgical Technology Club
Welding Club
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Lenoir Community College (LCC) chartered April 3, 1958, is part of the North Carolina Community College System. Primarily serving Lenoir, Greene, and Jones counties, LCC is located in Kinston, North Carolina, at the intersection of US 70 and NC 58. The College offers both degree and non-degree programs and serves approximately 4,300 curriculum students and 14,000 continuing education students annually ranking 15th in enrollment among the 58 community colleges in the state. Lenoir Community College provides excellent educational opportunities delivered by well-qualified, professional faculty using state-of-the-art equipment through traditional and distance learning options. LCC’s student-oriented support staff is committed to providing high quality support services to assist students in achieving their educational goals. The College offers 45 associate degree programs, 33 diploma programs, and 86 certificate/skills certificate programs. Lenoir Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commissions on Colleges.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lenoir Community College cost?
Lenoir Community College's tuition is approximately $2,279 for In-State students and $8,039 for Out-State students.
What sports does Lenoir Community College offer?
Lenoir Community College offers 3 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball and Volleyball.
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