- Pamlico Community College, a two-year college with an open door policy, is committed to providing accessible and affordable quality education, relevant training, and lifelong learning opportunities for the people served by the college. The College offers curriculum programs for certificate, diploma, and terminal Applied Science degrees and transfer options through the Associate in Arts degree; Continuing Education programs providing short-term occupational extension training, avocational courses, and basic skills and services to businesses, groups, and individuals that improve the quality of life.
School Highlights
Pamlico Community College serves 511 students (22% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 48%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 511 students
- In-state tuition: $2,347
- Out-state tuition: $8,491
- Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
- Minority enrollment: 47%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Pamlico Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Pamlico Community College
(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
74 staff
256 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Pamlico Community College has declined by 6% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has increased from 5:1 over five years.
The Pamlico Community College diversity score of 0.65 is less than the state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
511 students
2,542 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
112 students
766 students
# Part-Time Students
399 students
1,813 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
511 students
316 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
112 students
766 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
399 students
1,990 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
3 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
717 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
6%
13%
% Black
23%
21%
% White
53%
52%
% Hawaiian
10%
1%
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
5%
5%
Diversity Score
0.65
0.66
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.1818%
0.3684%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4286%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$25,700
$27,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,347 is less than the state average of $3,915. The in-state tuition has grown by 25% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,491 is less than the state average of $9,508. The out-state tuition has grown by 31% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,347
$3,915
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,491
$9,508
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$11,865
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$5,846
Acceptance Rate
n/a
82%
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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- From its humble origin in 1962 as an Industrial Education Center located on the campus of Pamlico County High School, Pamlico Community College has evolved into an expanding campus of its own where hundreds come to pursue degrees, diplomas, certificates and opportunities to enrich one's quality of life. We offer 12 academic programs and a broad selection of Continuing Education courses ranging from GED instruction to the US Coast Guard Captain's Licensing. Whether planning to own a business, improve computer skills, or style hair, opportunities await. The college is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) to award Associate Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates; is approved for the training of veterans and eligible dependents; and is a member institution of the North Carolina Community College System and American Association of Colleges and Junior Colleges.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pamlico Community College cost?
Pamlico Community College's tuition is approximately $2,347 for In-State students and $8,491 for Out-State students.
What is Pamlico Community College's ranking?
Pamlico Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Carolina for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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