Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is an open-door, comprehensive learning-centered institution of higher education serving the citizens of Rowan and Cabarrus counties. The college, a member of the North Carolina Community College System, offers affordable occupational and education programs leading to Associate in Arts Degree, Associate in Science Degree, Associate in Fine Arts Degree, Associate in General Education Degree, and Associate in Applied Science Degrees. Diplomas and certificates are awarded for other occupational, adult and continuing education programs. The primary focus of the college`s offerings is on workforce development by meeting the educational needs of the individual and meeting the changing training requirements of business and industrial firms as well as other employers in the service area. Reflecting its commitment to student learning outcomes, the college strives to inspire its students to increase their knowledge, develop occupational and technical proficiencies, respond to lifelong learning opportunities, and increase their awareness as responsible citizens in a democratic society.
School Highlights
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College serves 7,028 students (23% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 50%.
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The student population of Rowan-Cabarrus Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Rowan-Cabarrus Community College diversity score of 0.67 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has grown by 18% over five years.
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $3,860 is less than the state average of $3,915. The in-state tuition has grown by 46% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,748 is more than the state average of $9,508. The out-state tuition has grown by 11% over four years.
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Tuition Notes
$1,216 per semester for in-state students; $4,288 per semester for out-of-state students.
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Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
26 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
AHR ChillersArt Club
Cabarrus-Kannapolis Early CollegeCosmetology Club
Criminal Justice AssociationDental Assisting Club
Global Distinction ProgramLiving in Faith Today
Minority Student Leadership AcademyNational Society of Leadership and Success
Phi Beta Lambda - Business ClubPhi Theta Kappa Honor Society
PRISMRadiography Club
Rotaract ClubRowan County Early College Club
Rowan-Cabarrus Education ClubSigma Alpha Pi
SkillsUSA - AutomotiveStudent Ambassadors
Student Government AssociationStudent Library Council
Student Nurses AssociationVeterans Club
Welding ClubWomen Obtaining Wisdom
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is the ninth largest in
enrollment among the 58 North Carolina community colleges with five
campuses across two counties to service our student. Modern
classrooms, fully equipped laboratories, shops, and learning
resources are available at all campus locations. A highly qualified
and dedicated faculty and staff stand ready to help you succeed as
they encourage you to learn in stimulating and innovative
ways.In addition, there are programs in adult education and
continuing education such as literacy and adult high school and
specialized training programs for business and industry. Corportate
& Continuing Education programs support the philosophy that
learning is a lifelong activity. This division offers classes and
short courses for professional development and community service
courses of general interest at convenient times and locations.
Learn how a full required course can delay graduation, how to navigate waitlists, and how to find approved alternatives that protect your community college degree timeline and financial aid eligibility.
Understand how catalog years determine community college graduation requirements, how enrollment breaks and major changes affect eligibility, and what to verify before choosing courses or switching to a newer catalog.
Learn what happens when your community college discontinues your program before graduation, including teach-out options, credit transfers, financial aid implications, student protections, and practical steps to finish your degree successfully.
For North Carolina public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,915 per year for in-state students and $9,508 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $19,438 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
