Rockingham Community College

215 Wrenn Memorial Road
Wentworth, NC 27375
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Tel: (336) 342-4261
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School Highlights

Rockingham Community College serves 1,685 students (31% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the state community college average of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 45%.

Top Placements

Rockingham Community College places among the top 20% of community colleges in North Carolina for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 122 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Rockingham Community College(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie ClassificationAssociate's Colleges: High Transfer-High TraditionalBaccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Institution LevelAt least 2 but less than 4 yearsAt least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution ControlPublicPublic
Total Faculty122 staff141 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Rockingham Community College has grown by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has decreased from 18:1 over five years.
The Rockingham Community College diversity score of 0.52 is less than the state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has grown by 31% over five years.
Total Enrollment1,685 students2,123 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio14:118:1
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# Full-Time Students524 students761 students
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# Part-Time Students1,161 students1,362 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
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% Asian		-
2%
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% Hispanic
6%
10%
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% Black
16%
22%
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% White
67%
55%
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% Two or more races
3%
3%
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% Non Resident races
3%
2%
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% Unknown races
4%
5%
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Diversity Score0.520.63
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College Completion Rate
25%
25%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)$28,500$27,500
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Finances and Admission

The public in-state tuition of $1,844 is less than the state average of $2,528. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,452 is less than the state average of $8,242. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees$1,844$2,528
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Out-State Tuition Fees$6,452$8,242
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid69%77%
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Source: 2019 (or latest year available) IPEDS

School Notes

  • In December 1963, State Board of Education grants charter for Rockingham Community College. Trustees hold first meeting, electing Welsford Bishopric of Eden as chairman. In January 1966 groundbreaking ceremony is held as work begins on first four buildings (Shop, Classroom, Laboratory, and Learning Resources Center). Classes begin in Shop, Laboratory, and Classroom buildings on October 1966 as workmen add finishing touches. Located on 274 acres of stately pines, Rockingham Community College features scenic nature trails, tennis courts, and beautifully landscaped grounds. Classes are held in twelve of 18 buildings; the newest addition completed in 2005 houses the college's Community and Workforce Education Division. By completing courses in the Arts and Sciences, students can earn Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, or Associate in Fine Arts degrees. These degrees are designed to prepare students to continue their education as juniors in their field of study. The College Transfer Program is offered as part of the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) which governs the transfer of credit between community colleges and most 4-year colleges and universities in North Carolina. The courses in the College Transfer Program include a 44 hour semester General Education Core and 20-21 additional semester hours. Rockingham Community College offers career programs. These programs offer practical, applications-oriented nstruction in well-equipped lab facilities. Our instructors bring many years of professional work experience to the classroom. Through their experience, you will learn how theory relates to practical application. Rockingham Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate Degrees.

Nearby Schools

The nearest community college to Rockingham Community College is Danville Community College (23.6 miles away).
  • College Location Mi. Students
  • Danville Community College
    Public
    2,828 students | 23.60 Mi1008 S Main St
    Danville,  VA  24541
    (434) 797-2222     23.602,828
  • Patrick Henry Community College
    Patrick Henry Community College Photo - PHCC's beautiful campus...this is the view of West Hall.
    Public
    2,266 students | 24.50 Mi645 Patriot Avenue
    Martinsville,  VA  24112
    (276) 656-0200     24.502,266
  • Guilford Technical Community College
    Public
    10,520 students | 28.40 Mi601 E. Main Street
    Jamestown,  NC  27282
    (336) 334-4822     28.4010,520
  • Alamance Community College
    Public
    4,248 students | 32.30 Mi1247 Jimmie Kerr Road
    Graham,  NC  27253
    (336) 578-2002     32.304,248
  • Forsyth Technical Community College
    Public
    7,779 students | 35.70 Mi2100 Silas Creek Pky
    Winston-Salem,  NC  27103
    (336) 723-0371     35.707,779
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Quick Stats (2021)
  • Students: 1,685 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,844
  • Out-state tuition: $6,452
  • Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
  • Minority enrollment: 33%
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Did You Know?
For North Carolina public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $2,528 per year for in-state students and $8,242 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $23,630 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in North Carolina is 71%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

North Carolina community colleges have a diversity score of 0.63, which is lower than the national average of 0.73. The most diverse community college in North Carolina is Richmond Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
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