Introduction and Overview

Stanly Community College is a public community college located in Albemarle, North Carolina, and is part of the North Carolina Community College System. The college offers a variety of courses such as associate degrees, diplomas, certificates, general education, vocational training, adult literacy, and a comprehensive online degree program, serving more than 10,000 students each year.

History and Founding Time

Founded in 1971.

School Strength

Faculty: The student-faculty ratio is 12:1, which can provide students with certain personalized guidance.

Academic Achievements: The college has a graduation rate of 39% and a transfer rate of 12%. Some graduates will choose to transfer to a four-year university for further study.

Teaching Resources: It has a main campus and a branch campus in Locust Town, with a large campus area. It is equipped with advanced teaching facilities and laboratories to meet the learning needs of students in different majors. In addition, the college has established cooperative relationships with local companies and institutions to provide students with internships and employment opportunities.

Nature of the institution

Public community college.

Educational philosophy

With the motto of "Change Life!", we are committed to providing students with comprehensive educational opportunities, helping them achieve academic and professional success, and focusing on cultivating students' practical ability and professional literacy to meet the needs of the community.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: liberal arts and humanities, business, medical assistants and other majors are more popular, and nursing, early childhood education, criminal justice and security studies and other majors are also chosen by many students.

Key laboratories and research centers: No specific public key laboratories and research centers have been found in the school, but the relevant majors may be equipped with certain professional practice sites and facilities.

Department

No clear department division has been found, but a variety of professional courses including joint health, public services, business, technology, advanced manufacturing, etc. are provided.

Ranking

Ranked 10th in Niche's ranking of the best community colleges in North Carolina, with a rating of B.

Expenses

For the 2020-2021 academic year, in-state tuition and fees are $2,794, and out-of-state tuition and fees are $9,245. After receiving grants or scholarships, the average annual net cost is $6,063.

Campus Environment

Campus Facilities: The main campus covers an area of ​​138 acres and has facilities such as teaching buildings, libraries, laboratories, gymnasiums, etc. In addition, there are basic law enforcement training centers, small business centers and Crutchfield Education Center.

Natural Environment: The town of Albemarle has a pleasant environment and provides students with a comfortable learning and living environment.

Campus Culture: Focusing on the all-round development of students, it has carried out a variety of campus cultural activities, such as sports competitions, art exhibitions, club activities, etc., creating a positive and vibrant campus atmosphere.