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Tri-County Community College

Murphy, NC·Public·https://www.tricountycc.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

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

At a Glance

Tri-County Community College is a public community college in Murphy, NC. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (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)
$2,432
In-State Tuition
+$204 fees
$8,576
Out-of-State Tuition
+$204 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Rural setting

Weather

Warm Climate

51°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

50 mi away
4 lifts
51 mi away
8 skiable acres3 lifts
Cataloochee Ski Area

North Carolina

60 mi away
50 skiable acres5 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Murphy, NC

38°Jan41°Feb48°Mar56°Apr64°May71°Jun75°Jul74°Aug69°Sep58°Oct47°Nov41°Dec

Station: MURPHY 4 ESE · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
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
$204$204
Total
$2,636$8,780
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

43 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
167 grads/yr$41,496
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
13 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
12 grads/yr$83,880
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansAssociate's
7 grads/yr
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
7 grads/yr

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's12 grads$83,880
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's167 grads$41,496
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's6 grads$33,155
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate13 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's7 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate7 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's4 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's4 grads
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Associate's4 grads
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Associate's3 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 Tri-County Community College located?

Tri-County Community College is located in Murphy, NC. The main campus address is 21 Campus Circle, Murphy, NC. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Tri-County Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Tri-County 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 $8,780/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Tri-County Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Tri-County Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Tri-County 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 Murphy, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Tri-County Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Murphy, NC
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 51°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Knoxville/Maryville, TN (TYS) · 51 mialso CHA (70 mi), AND (82 mi)

Location

Murphy, 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.