- The mission of Wake Technical Community College is to help improve and enrich lives by meeting the lifelong educational, training, and service needs of its diverse community. The College is committed to promoting individual success in the workplace and higher education and to promoting cultural, social, and economic development.
School Highlights
Wake Technical Community College serves 24,609 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 50%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 24,609 students
- In-state tuition: $2,640
- Out-state tuition: $8,784
- Student-teacher ratio: 34:1
- Minority enrollment: 55%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Wake Technical Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 733 teachers has declined by 56% over five years.
Wake Technical 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
Campus Size
139 acres
Total Faculty
733 staff
129 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Wake Technical Community College has grown by 13% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 34:1 has increased from 13:1 over five years.
The Wake Technical Community College diversity score of 0.72 is more than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has grown by 11% over five years.
Total Enrollment
24,609 students
2,143 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
21:1
# Full-Time Students
8,052 students
650 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
16,557 students
1,493 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
24,609 students
1,887 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
8,052 students
650 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
16,557 students
1,522 students
% Asian
9%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
16%
14%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
21%
22%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
45%
50%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
2%
1%
% Unknown races
3%
6%
Diversity Score
0.72
0.68
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
31%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,700
$27,500
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $2,640 is less than the state average of $3,915. The in-state tuition has grown by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,784 is less than the state average of $9,508. The out-state tuition has grown by 16% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,640
$3,915
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,784
$9,508
Tuition Notes
$2,990 in-state / $10,098 out-of-state
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
75%
79%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,000
$11,865
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,706
$5,846
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- In pursuit of its mission, this public two-year comprehensive postsecondary educational institution adheres to an open-door policy by offering quality accessible and affordable educational opportunities to all adults regardless of age, sex, socioeconomic status, ethnic origin, race, religion, or disability. To meet the needs of its community, the College focuses on providing support services, resources, community outreach, and partnerships; programs in basic skills development; vocational, technical, and occupational training; and college/university transfer preparation. Wake Technical Community College is a tax-supported, public nonprofit educational institution under the control of a Board of Trustees. It is an institutional member of the North Carolina Community College System, State Board of Community Colleges. Authority for the establishment of the College is found in Chapter 115D of the General Statutes of North Carolina and the amendments thereto. The College was chartered on April 3, 1958, as the Wake County Industrial Education Center. Operation actually began October 7, 1963, with 34 curriculum students on campus and 270 enrolled in the various industrial training programs. The College offers credit programs leading to associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates designed for immediate entry into employment, an associate degree in general education, and associate degrees designed to transfer to four-year institutions. The College also offers pre-curriculum programs for students to develop academic proficiency so that they may successfully complete curriculum courses. The college provides occupational career enhancement programs for individuals and support for economic development to businesses, industries, and agencies. Basic skills education, English as a Second Language and a wide variety of continuing education courses and programs for personal enrichment are offered on campus and throughout the county. The College further serves its constituents by providing a broad range of community services, partnerships, and outreach programs. Wake Technical Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Wake Technical Community College cost?
Wake Technical Community College's tuition is approximately $2,640 for In-State students and $8,784 for Out-State students.
What is Wake Technical Community College's ranking?
Wake Technical Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Carolina for: Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.
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