At a Glance
College of Wilmington is a small private for-profit college in Wilmington, NC. Approximately 132 undergraduates are enrolled. The campus sits in a beach town, just 6 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Location
Wilmington, NC
Campus Identity
College of Wilmington is a small private for-profit college in Wilmington, NC. Approximately 132 undergraduates are enrolled. The campus sits in a beach town, just 6 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
College of Wilmington is a under 1,000, urban school. The campus is 6 miles from Palm Tree Island, NC and 228 miles from Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre.
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Urban setting
Beach Access
6 miles
Palm Tree Island, NC
Weather
Warm Climate
59°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
College of Wilmington students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre, 228 miles away with 1 lifts and 2 skiable acres. All are within 258 miles of campus.
Virginia
North Carolina
North Carolina
Beach Town
Students at College of Wilmington are 6 miles from Palm Tree Island, NC, putting the coast within easy reach any day of the week.
Palm Tree Island, NC
Ocean access within 5.6 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
College of Wilmington in NC earns a composite safety score of 100/100, 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.
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What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
3 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 College of Wilmington located?
College of Wilmington is located in Wilmington, NC. The main campus address is 3500 Oleander Drive Suite 1111, Wilmington, NC. It is a private institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
How many students attend College of Wilmington?
College of Wilmington enrolls 132 undergraduates. That figure counts degree-seeking undergraduate students across all years, not just the incoming class, and it excludes graduate students. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What is the application fee for College of Wilmington?
The undergraduate application fee at College of Wilmington is $100. Check the admissions website for fee waiver eligibility.
Is College of Wilmington the right fit for me?
Whether College of Wilmington is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($23,108/year after aid), campus culture in Wilmington, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh College of Wilmington against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with College of Wilmington directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- For-Profit
- Location
- Wilmington, NC
- Size
- Under 1,000
- Degrees Offered
- Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 59°F avg
- App Fee
- $100
- On Campus Safety Score
- 100/100
- Nearest Airport
- Wilmington, NC (ILM) · 4 mialso OAJ (46 mi), CRE (55 mi)