Wake Technical Community College
- 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 22,003 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 45%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 22,003 students
- In-state tuition: $2,640
- Out-state tuition: $8,784
- Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
- Minority enrollment: 49%
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Earnings
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 1,692 teachers has grown by 74% over five years.
Wake Technical Community College
(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
1,692 staff
256 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Wake Technical Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has decreased from 32:1 over five years.
The Wake Technical Community College diversity score of 0.67 is more than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
22,003 students
2,330 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
7,362 students
727 students
# Part-Time Students
14,641 students
1,603 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
617 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
5%
3%
% Hispanic
13%
12%
% Black
22%
21%
% White
51%
55%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
3%
1%
% Unknown races
3%
4%
Diversity Score
0.67
0.64
College Completion Rate
18%
26%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,700
$27,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,640 is less than the state average of $3,920. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,784 is less than the state average of $9,538. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,640
$3,920
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,784
$9,538
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
59%
76%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,191
$12,026
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,558
$5,625
Acceptance Rate
n/a
60%
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: 2020 (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.
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