- Wayne Community College is a student-centered, public, two-year college with an open-door admissions policy. The College serves individuals, business and industry, and other organizations with quality, economical, and convenient learning opportunities.
School Highlights
Wayne Community College serves 2,701 students (36% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the state average of 40%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 2,701 students
- In-state tuition: $2,396
- Out-state tuition: $8,540
- Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
- Minority enrollment: 40%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Wayne Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 415 teachers has grown by 57% over five years.
Wayne Community College
(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
415 staff
256 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Wayne Community College has declined by 21% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Wayne Community College diversity score of 0.58 is less than the state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,701 students
2,142 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
977 students
693 students
# Part-Time Students
1,724 students
1,449 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
186 students
252 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
977 students
693 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,724 students
1,497 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
717 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
15%
10%
% Black
18%
18%
% White
60%
60%
% Two or more races
2%
2%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
1%
4%
Diversity Score
0.58
0.59
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
48%
35%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.63%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,500
$27,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,396 is less than the state average of $2,531. The in-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,540 is more than the state average of $8,245. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,396
$2,531
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,540
$8,245
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
73%
81%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,500
$11,865
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,846
Acceptance Rate
n/a
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: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- A member of the rapidly growing system of 58 community and technical colleges, Wayne Community College was established as Goldsboro Industrial Education Center on June 15, 1957. The original on-campus building was completed in November 1960, and until Fall 1962 all courses were taught in the evening, and all students were part-time. In the 1962-63 school year, the first full-time courses were offered leading to diplomas in automotive mechanics, electronics, drafting, and practical nursing. During the 1962-63 school year, Goldsboro I.E.C. had 47 students enrolled with eight faculty members. During 1963 through 1965 three extension units of Goldsboro I.E.C. were established in Morehead City, Kenansville, and Clinton; later to become Carteret, James Sprunt, and Sampson Community Colleges. In January 1964, Goldsboro I.E.C. became Wayne Technical Institute. Wayne Community College is located in Goldsboro at 3000 Wayne Memorial Drive. Seven modern buildings on a new campus contain more than 287,000 square feet of state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, and offices. In 1996 Wayne Community College completed a campus development project which had been underway for 22 years. Three phases of construction during this time have provided more than $30 million in new buildings on more than 165 acres of property. Wayne Community College is a member of the North Carolina Community College system. Located in Goldsboro, the college serves Wayne and adjoining counties. WCC offers classes on base that transfer to four-year institutions, as well as those that lead to an Associate of Applied Science degree. On campus, we have more than four dozen curriculum programs in certifi cate, diploma, and associate degree areas, with a full range of support services and a reputation for quality. Using your background in military technology, you can find promising opportunities in our technology related programs that will prepare you for a civilian career in areas such as Aviation Systems Technology, Electronics Engineering, Drafting and Design, Industrial Systems, Information Systems, Network Administration and Support, and more. Wayne Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate degrees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Wayne Community College cost?
Wayne Community College's tuition is approximately $2,396 for In-State students and $8,540 for Out-State students.
What is Wayne Community College's ranking?
Wayne Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Carolina for: Highest completion rates.
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