Campus Identity
Cape Fear Community College is a public community college in Wilmington, NC. The campus sits in a beach town, just 9 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 91/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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At a Glance
Cape Fear Community College is a public community college in Wilmington, NC. The campus sits in a beach town, just 9 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 91/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Cape Fear Community College is a 10,000–19,999, urban school. The campus is 9 miles from Wrightsville Beach, NC and 226 miles from Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre.
School Size & Setting
10,000–19,999
Urban setting
Beach Access
9 miles
Wrightsville Beach, NC
Weather
Warm Climate
59°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Cape Fear Community College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre, 226 miles away. All are within 255 miles of campus.
Virginia
North Carolina
North Carolina
Beach Town
Students at Cape Fear Community College are 9 miles from Wrightsville Beach, NC, putting the coast within easy reach any day of the week.
Wrightsville Beach, NC
Ocean access within 9.0 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Wilmington, NC
Wilmington has a mild climate, with winters averaging 47°F in Jan and summers peaking around 82°F in Jul.
Station: WILMINGTON INTERNATIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Cape Fear Community College in NC earns a composite safety score of 91/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,748 | $8,892 |
| Fees | $316 | $316 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $3,064 | $9,208 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
82 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cape Fear Community College located?
Cape Fear Community College is located in Wilmington, NC. The main campus address is 411 North Front Street, Wilmington, NC. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
How much does it cost to attend Cape Fear Community College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Cape Fear Community College charges $2,748/year for in-state students and $8,892/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost is approximately $8,892/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $9,610/year — what students actually pay. Use Cape Fear Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Cape Fear Community College the right fit for me?
Whether Cape Fear Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($9,610/year after aid), campus culture in Wilmington, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Cape Fear Community College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Cape Fear Community College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Wilmington, NC
- Size
- 10,000–19,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 59°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 91/100
- Nearest Airport
- Wilmington, NC (ILM) · 3 mialso OAJ (45 mi), CRE (53 mi)
Location
Wilmington, NC