- Randolph Community College is a public, comprehensive community college. As a member institution of the North Carolina Community College System, Randolph Community College’s mission is to provide comprehensive education, training, and services to adults consistent with the identified needs of students and the community.
School Highlights
Randolph Community College serves 3,289 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 48%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,289 students
- In-state tuition: $1,816
- Out-state tuition: $6,424
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 34%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Randolph Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 404 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Randolph Community College
(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/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
404 staff
256 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Randolph Community College has grown by 13% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has increased from 6:1 over five years.
The Randolph Community College diversity score of 0.52 is less than the state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has declined by 12% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,289 students
2,542 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
886 students
766 students
# Part-Time Students
2,403 students
1,813 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
328 students
316 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
886 students
766 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,403 students
1,990 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
3 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
717 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
2%
3%
% Hispanic
20%
13%
% Black
6%
21%
% White
66%
52%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
4%
5%
Diversity Score
0.52
0.66
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3962%
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)
$27,500
$27,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,816 is less than the state average of $3,915. The in-state tuition has declined by 23% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,424 is less than the state average of $9,508. The out-state tuition has declined by 21% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,816
$3,915
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,424
$9,508
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
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
- Randolph Community College began operation in 1962 as a joint city-county industrial education center under the direction of the Trades and Industrial Division, Department of Vocational Education. The North Carolina legislature in 1963 established a separate system of community colleges and the College became part of that system. Over the years, the College has operated under four names: 1962-1965, Randolph Industrial Education Center (RIEC); 1965-1979, Randolph Technical Institute (RTI); 1979-1988, Randolph Technical College (RTC); 1988-present, Randolph Community College (RCC). The Asheboro Campus includes nine major buildings. The original building, constructed in 1962 is now known as the Administration/Education Center. In addition to a centralized administrative service, this building contains many classrooms, labs and shops, as well as a 30,000-square-foot photography studio and Joblink. The J. W. "Willie" Plummer Vocational/Technical Center containing approximately 30,000 square feet, provides an automotive body shop, a building trades shop, electrical/electronics labs and houses the Hosiery Technology Center. A Student Services Center of 18,000 square feet houses a student lounge, Food Service, and office facilities for Student Services. A new 3,700-square-foot Campus Store sits adjacent to the Student Services Center connected by a covered walkway. The R. Alton Cox Learning Resources Center is a 27,000-square-foot facility which includes, among other things, the College library. Randolph Community College will become a college of first choice for people seeking opportunities through postsecondary education. Both credit and noncredit classes are offered at Randolph Community College, which is situated near the geographic center of North Carolina, adjacent to the ancient mountains in the area known as the Uwharries. RCC currently offers over 28 different credit programs. Noncredit programs include a state-approved Adult High School Diploma program, a General Educational Development program, a variety of preparatory level programs and other continuing education courses. The College is a member of the American Association of Community Colleges. Randolph Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree. Randolph Community College is authorized by the North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges to award the Associate in Applied Science degree and the Associate in Arts degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Randolph Community College cost?
Randolph Community College's tuition is approximately $1,816 for In-State students and $6,424 for Out-State students.
What schools are Randolph Community College often compared to?
Randolph Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Guilford Technical Community College by visitors of our site.
What is Randolph Community College's ranking?
Randolph Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Carolina for: Least expensive tuition.
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