- 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 2,814 students (14% 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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 50%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 2,814 students
- In-state tuition: $1,816
- Out-state tuition: $6,424
- Acceptance Rate: 40%
- Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
- Minority enrollment: 37%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Randolph Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 168 teachers has declined by 58% over five years.
Randolph 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
Year Founded
1971
Campus Size
44 acres
Total Faculty
168 staff
129 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Randolph Community College has grown by 10% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 has increased from 7:1 over five years.
The Randolph Community College diversity score of 0.55 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has declined by 11% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,814 students
2,143 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
# Full-Time Students
403 students
650 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
2,411 students
1,493 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,814 students
1,887 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
403 students
650 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,411 students
1,522 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
21%
14%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
7%
22%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
63%
50%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Unknown races
4%
6%
Diversity Score
0.55
0.68
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
40%
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 $1,816 is less than the state average of $3,915. The in-state tuition has declined by 24% 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
78%
79%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Acceptance Rate
40%
75%
Sports
School Mascot
Armadillo
Source: 2025 (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 the acceptance rate of Randolph Community College?
The acceptance rate of Randolph Community College is 40%, which is lower than the state average of 75%. Randolph Community College's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in North Carolina with low acceptance rates.
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 and Lowest acceptance rates.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Randolph Community College is Davidson-Davie Community College (20.6 miles away)
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(336) 249-8186
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