Introduction and Overview

Wilson Community College is a public community college located in Wilson, North Carolina, United States. It was founded in 1958 and is one of the oldest institutions in the North Carolina Community College System. The school offers more than 70 degree, diploma and certificate programs, and serves nearly 7,000 people each year through courses, training and seminars, including high school students, traditional college students, continuing education students, etc.

History

The school was established in 1958 as the Wilson Industrial Education Center. In 1964, the State Board of Education granted it the authority to award the Associate of Applied Science degree and changed its name to Wilson County Technical College. In 1969, the college was accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. In 1989, it was officially renamed Wilson Technical Community College. In 1993, the Department of Community Colleges granted the college the authority to award the Associate of Arts degree. In 1997, the college changed from the quarter system to the semester system. In 2007, the college was officially renamed Wilson Community College.

School Strength

Teaching Staff: The student-teacher ratio is 11:1, and teachers can give students more attention and guidance.

Academic Achievements: The school focuses on cooperating with local businesses and industries to provide students with internships and employment opportunities to help students better adapt to workplace needs. The school also provides continuing education courses to meet the learning needs and career development of working people.

Teaching Resources: The school has multiple teaching buildings and facilities, including the A. Dwight Johnson Learning Resource Center, Salvatore Delmastro Auditorium, Frank L. Eagles Community Business Center, etc., which provide students with a good learning and practice environment.

Institutional Nature

A public community college, affiliated with the North Carolina Community College System.

Educational Philosophy

Adhering to an open admissions policy, it is committed to providing diverse educational opportunities for students of different backgrounds and needs, focusing on practical teaching and close ties with the community, and providing students with practical work experience and employment opportunities through cooperation with local businesses and industries to help students achieve their career goals and personal development.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Popular majors include liberal arts and sciences, general education and humanities, health professions and related programs, business, management, marketing and related support services, etc.

Key laboratories: No public and clear information has been found to show that it has specific key laboratories, but in areas such as health professions, corresponding professional laboratories and practical facilities should be equipped.

Departments

No detailed information about its clear division of departments has been found, but the majors offered by the school cover a variety of fields, such as business, health sciences, engineering technology, humanities and social sciences, etc.

Ranking

Not in a prominent position in the mainstream university rankings, in the US News 2018 ranking of community colleges, the school's overall situation is at a medium level, with a graduation rate of 24% and a transfer rate of 16%.

Expenses

In the 2018-2019 academic year, in-state tuition and fees are $2,572, and out-of-state tuition and fees are $8,716. In addition, students also need to pay for books and other miscellaneous fees, averaging about $2,500.

Campus Environment

Campus Facilities: The school has multiple teaching buildings, libraries, auditoriums, community business centers and other facilities, providing students with a good learning and practice environment. There is also a student service center on campus to provide students with academic counseling, career guidance, mental health counseling and other services.

Natural Environment: Wilson is located in eastern North Carolina, with a pleasant climate and distinct four seasons. There are parks and green spaces around the campus, providing students with a comfortable learning and living atmosphere.

Campus Culture: The school focuses on the all-round development of students and has carried out various club activities and cultural activities, such as the Student Union, Art Club, Sports Club, etc. Students can make friends here and expand their interests and hobbies. The school also holds various cultural activities and sports events, such as concerts, drama performances, basketball games, etc., to enrich students' extracurricular life.