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Edgecombe Community College

Tarboro, NC·Public·www.edgecombe.edu/
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Campus Identity

Edgecombe Community College is a public community college in Tarboro, NC. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 67/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Edgecombe Community College is a public community college in Tarboro, NC. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 67/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$2,432
In-State Tuition
+$208 fees
$8,576
Out-of-State Tuition
+$208 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Rural setting

Beach Access

90 miles

Emerald Isle, NC

Weather

Warm Climate

55°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

160 mi away
129 skiable acres5 lifts
186 mi away
82 skiable acres7 lifts

Nearest Beach

Emerald Isle, NC

Ocean access within 90.2 miles

90 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Tarboro, NC

41°Jan43°Feb50°Mar59°Apr68°May76°Jun80°Jul78°Aug73°Sep62°Oct51°Nov44°Dec

Station: TARBORO 1 S · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

67/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety666179
66/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
61/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
79/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

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

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$2,432$8,576
Fees
$208$208
Total
$2,640$8,784
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

44 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
48 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
38 grads/yr$39,993
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
38 grads/yr$73,595
Health and Medical Administrative ServicesCertificate
34 grads/yr
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsAssociate's
26 grads/yr$64,812

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's38 grads$73,595
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's26 grads$64,812
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's12 grads$45,859
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's38 grads$39,993
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's15 grads$30,898
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate48 grads
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Certificate34 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Certificate25 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate21 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate20 grads

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 Edgecombe Community College located?

Edgecombe Community College is located in Tarboro, NC. The main campus address is 2009 W Wilson St, Tarboro, NC. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Edgecombe Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Edgecombe Community College charges $2,432/year for in-state students and $8,576/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $8,784/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Edgecombe Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Edgecombe Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Edgecombe Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,576/year out-of-state), campus culture in Tarboro, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Edgecombe Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Edgecombe Community College directly for the most current information.

Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Tarboro, NC
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 55°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
67/100
Nearest Airport
Rocky Mount, NC (RWI) · 18 mialso PGV (20 mi), ISO (38 mi)

Location

Tarboro, NC

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.