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Mitchell Community College

Type 2 year, Public
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 18 to 1
Students retention rate 54%
On-time graduation rate 34%

Located in Statesville, North Carolina, Mitchell Community College is a public, institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of Mitchell Community College is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Mitchell Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student-to-faculty ratio at Mitchell Community College is 18-to-1, which is slightly higher than both the state and national averages. The state average student-to-faculty ratio in North Carolina is 15-to-1, while the national average is 17-to-1. A lower student-to-faculty ratio generally allows for more personalized attention and interaction between students and faculty.

While the on-time graduation rate at Mitchell Community College is reported to be 34%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, North Carolina state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 61% whereas the national average was 35%.

The retention rate of students at Mitchell Community College is 54% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in North Carolina is 80%, while the national average is 61%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Mitchell Community College do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

In-State Tuition & Fees

$2,651

Cost of attendance at Mitchell Community College in 2022 for students from North Carolina.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

North Carolina's average $7,237
National average $4,604

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$8,795

Cost of attendance at Mitchell Community College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

North Carolina's average $20,075
National average $8,757

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 62 of freshman students at Mitchell Community College received on average $5,931 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$5,931
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 107 50% $5,800 $620,649
Other Federal Grant 108 51% $6,564 $708,949
State Grant/Scholarships 49 23% $1,152 $56,430
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 20 9% $875 $17,500
Total Grant & Scholarships 132 62% $5,931 $782,879

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Mitchell Community College students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Mitchell Community College students is 33.7%. Female students graduated at a rate of 34.6%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 32.8%.

33.7%

  • asian 75.0% 6 students
  • African American 23.1% 6 students
  • white 32.9% 53 students
  • unknown 100.0% 2 students
  • hispanic 31.6% 12 students
  • Mixed Race 35.7% 5 students

Service Offerings

Mitchell Community College provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Mitchell Community College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training

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