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Wilkes Community College

1328 South Collegiate Dr, Wilkesboro, NC 28697
$8,576
Out-of-State Tuition
In-state: $2,432

At a Glance

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$2,432
In-State Tuition
+$140 fees
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$8,576
Out-of-State Tuition
+$140 fees
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🌊 Campus Lifestyle

⛷️ Nearby Ski Resorts

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Appalachian Ski Mtn.

North Carolina

27 mi away
27 skiable acres6 lifts
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Hawksnest Snow Tubing

North Carolina

36 mi away
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Sugar Mountain Resort

North Carolina

38 mi away
125 skiable acres8 lifts

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$140$140
Total Estimated Cost$2,572$8,716

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

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πŸ“š Fields of Study

47 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
200 grads/yr$34,123
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair TechnologiesCertificate
200 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsCertificate
130 grads/yr
Engineering Technology, GeneralCertificate
87 grads/yr
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
73 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's29 grads$59,202
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's19 grads$45,007
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Certificate72 grads$40,509
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's18 grads$38,695
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies
Associate's23 grads$37,330
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate$34,169
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's200 grads$34,123
Engineering Technology, General
Associate's16 grads$30,140
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's15 grads$27,455
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's25 grads$25,642

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 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 β€” 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.

Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Wilkesboro, NC
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates

Location

Wilkesboro, 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.