For the 2023-24 school year, there are 2 community colleges serving 11,186 students in New Hanover County County, North Carolina.
The average community college acceptance rate in North Carolina is 71% (view national acceptance rates).
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), and the student:teacher ratio is 10:1.
Top Ranked New Hanover County Community Colleges (2023-24)
College
Location
Students
411 North Front Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 362-7000
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 362-7000
| 8,680 students
Platt College-Miller-Motte-Wilmington
Private for-profit
5000 Market Street
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 392-4660
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 392-4660
| 2,506 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many community colleges are located in New Hanover County, NC?
There are 2 community colleges serving 11,186 students in New Hanover County, NC.
What is community college acceptance rate in New Hanover County, NC?
The average community college acceptance rate in North Carolina is 71% (view national acceptance rates).
How diverse are community college in New Hanover County, NC?
New Hanover County, NC community college are approximately 32% minority students (majority Black).
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