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South Piedmont Community College

Polkton, NC·Public·https://www.spcc.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

South Piedmont Community College is a public community college in Polkton, NC. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 95/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

South Piedmont Community College is a public community college in Polkton, NC. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 95/100 (Very 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)
$1,824
In-State Tuition
+$191 fees
$6,432
Out-of-State Tuition
+$191 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

118 miles

Myrtle Beach, SC

Ski Access

115 miles

Appalachian Ski Mtn.

Weather

Warm Climate

56°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Appalachian Ski Mtn.

North Carolina

115 mi away
27 skiable acres6 lifts
Hawksnest Snow Tubing

North Carolina

120 mi away
Sugar Mountain Resort

North Carolina

121 mi away
125 skiable acres8 lifts

Nearest Beach

Myrtle Beach, SC

Ocean access within 117.9 miles

118 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Polkton, NC

42°Jan45°Feb53°Mar62°Apr70°May77°Jun81°Jul79°Aug73°Sep63°Oct52°Nov45°Dec

Station: WADESBORO · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

95/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety9210096
92/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
96/100
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
$1,824$6,432
Fees
$191$191
Total
$2,015$6,623
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

50 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
200 grads/yr$37,941
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
43 grads/yr$69,719
Business Administration, Management and OperationsCertificate
31 grads/yr
Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralCertificate
28 grads/yr
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsCertificate
20 grads/yr$35,260

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's43 grads$69,719
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Certificate14 grads$55,293
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate6 grads$38,777
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's200 grads$37,941
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Certificate20 grads$35,260
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Certificate31 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Certificate28 grads
Security Science and Technology
Certificate19 grads
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate16 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's13 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 South Piedmont Community College located?

South Piedmont Community College is located in Polkton, NC. The main campus address is 680 Highway 74 West, Polkton, NC. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend South Piedmont Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, South Piedmont Community College charges $1,824/year for in-state students and $6,432/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $6,623/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use South Piedmont Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is South Piedmont Community College the right fit for me?

Whether South Piedmont Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($6,432/year out-of-state), campus culture in Polkton, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh South Piedmont Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Polkton, NC
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 56°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
95/100
Nearest Airport
Concord, NC (USA) · 39 mialso CLT (44 mi), FLO (63 mi)

Location

Polkton, 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.