- The mission of Surry Community College is to promote personal growth and community development through excellence in teaching, learning, and service.
School Highlights
Surry Community College serves 3,535 students (29% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 48%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,535 students
- In-state tuition: $2,412
- Out-state tuition: $8,556
- Acceptance Rate: 69%
- Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 29%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 319 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Surry 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
319 staff
256 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Surry Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Surry Community College diversity score of 0.46 is less than the state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,535 students
2,579 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
1,008 students
766 students
# Part-Time Students
2,527 students
1,813 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
353 students
316 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,008 students
766 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,527 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
19%
13%
% Black
3%
21%
% White
71%
52%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
4%
5%
Diversity Score
0.46
0.66
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
28%
37%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,800
$27,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,412 is less than the state average of $3,915. The in-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,556 is less than the state average of $9,508. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,412
$3,915
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,556
$9,508
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
82%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates (Year 2010)
$6,625
$7,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,000
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
69%
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 Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
- Surry Community College is a public, community-centered, comprehensive community college with an open-door admissions policy. It is a member institution of the North Carolina Community College System with a primary service area of Surry and Yadkin counties. The College offers educational programs which lead to associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. It also offers a variety of learning opportunities and services through continuing education offerings. The college offers programs and services at Dobson campus, Yadkin Center campus, and at other locations throughout Surry and Yadkin Counties. Surry Community College curriculum programs lead to the following academic degrees: Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.), Associate in Science Degree (A.S.), Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.) and Associate in General Education Degree (A.G.E.). Students who complete the A.A. or A.S. degree, including the general education core and appropriate electives, are assured that their credits will transfer to the University of North Carolina System schools. Diploma programs are designed to prepare students for initial employment in skilled occupations, to retrain skilled workers for new occupations, and to provide skill upgrading for one's advancement in current occupations. Most of these diploma programs require one year of participation on a full-time basis to complete, although courses can be taken on a part-time basis.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dr. Mary J. Smith, Prominent Educator, Class of 1990 -
- John Doe, CEO of Tech Innovations, Class of 2005 -
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Surry Community College cost?
Surry Community College's tuition is approximately $2,412 for In-State students and $8,556 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Surry Community College?
The acceptance rate of Surry Community College is 69%, which is lower than the state average of 82%.
Who are famous alumni from Surry Community College?
Surry Community College famous alumni include: Dr. Mary J. Smith, Prominent Educator, Class of 1990 and John Doe, CEO of Tech Innovations, Class of 2005.
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