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Western Piedmont Community College

Also known as: WPCC

1001 Burkemont Ave, Morganton, NC 28655-4511
$8,576
Out-of-State Tuition
In-state: $2,432

At a Glance

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$2,432
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+$198 fees
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$8,576
Out-of-State Tuition
+$198 fees
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🌊 Campus Lifestyle

⛷️ Nearby Ski Resorts

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Sugar Mountain Resort

North Carolina

30 mi away
125 skiable acres8 lifts
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Hawksnest Snow Tubing

North Carolina

30 mi away
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Appalachian Ski Mtn.

North Carolina

31 mi away
27 skiable acres6 lifts

🌑️ Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals Β· Morganton, NC

39Β°Jan42Β°Feb49Β°Mar58Β°Apr66Β°May73Β°Jun77Β°Jul75Β°Aug69Β°Sep59Β°Oct48Β°Nov41Β°Dec

Station: MORGANTON Β· Source: NOAA NCEI

πŸ’° Cost Breakdown

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

Cost ItemIn-StateOut-of-State
Tuition$2,432$8,576
Fees$198$198
Total Estimated Cost$2,630$8,774

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

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πŸ“š Fields of Study

56 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
135 grads/yr$31,226
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
29 grads/yr$63,274
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsCertificate
23 grads/yr$45,237
Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/TechniciansAssociate's
13 grads/yr
Dental Support Services and Allied ProfessionsCertificate
13 grads/yr$28,588

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's29 grads$63,274
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Certificate23 grads$45,237
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's135 grads$31,226
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate12 grads$29,494
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's9 grads$29,076
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Certificate13 grads$28,588
Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
Associate's13 grads
Accounting and Related Services
Certificate13 grads
Legal Support Services
Associate's12 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's12 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as β€”) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Western Piedmont Community College located?

Western Piedmont Community College is located in Morganton, NC. The main campus address is 1001 Burkemont Ave, Morganton, NC. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

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

For the 2023–24 academic year, Western Piedmont 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 $8,774/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost β€” use Western Piedmont Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Western Piedmont Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Western 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 ($8,576/year out-of-state), campus culture in Morganton, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Western Piedmont Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Morganton, NC
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
🌀️ Warm · 52°F avg

Location

Morganton, NC

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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. Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.