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Wilkes Community College

Wilkesboro, NC·Public·www.wilkescc.edu/

Campus Identity

Wilkes Community College is a public community college in Wilkesboro, NC. Ski resorts are within 38 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 76/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Wilkes Community College is a public community college in Wilkesboro, NC. Ski resorts are within 38 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 76/100 (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
+$140 fees
$8,576
Out-of-State Tuition
+$140 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Ski Access

27 miles

Appalachian Ski Mtn.

Weather

Warm Climate

51°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Appalachian Ski Mtn.

North Carolina

27 mi away
27 skiable acres6 lifts
Hawksnest Snow Tubing

North Carolina

36 mi away
Sugar Mountain Resort

North Carolina

38 mi away
125 skiable acres8 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Wilkesboro, NC

38°Jan41°Feb48°Mar57°Apr65°May73°Jun77°Jul75°Aug69°Sep58°Oct48°Nov40°Dec

Station: NORTH WILKESBORO · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

76/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety6210076
62/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
76/100
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
$140$140
Total
$2,572$8,716
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

42 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
199 grads/yr$34,852
Business Administration, Management and OperationsCertificate
128 grads/yr
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
117 grads/yr$40,216
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
68 grads/yr
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsCertificate
51 grads/yr$52,707

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$68,076
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's22 grads$57,849
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Certificate51 grads$52,707
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's22 grads$47,738
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's11 grads$47,271
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's27 grads$41,409
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate117 grads$40,216
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's199 grads$34,852
Agricultural Production Operations
Associate's7 grads$31,127
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's11 grads$30,091

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 Wilkes Community College located?

Wilkes Community College is located in Wilkesboro, NC. The main campus address is 1328 South Collegiate Dr, Wilkesboro, NC. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Wilkes Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Wilkes 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 $8,716/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Wilkes Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Wilkes Community College the right fit for me?

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

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Wilkesboro, NC
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 51°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
76/100
Nearest Airport
Hickory, NC (HKY) · 30 mialso INT (54 mi), USA (58 mi)

Location

Wilkesboro, 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.