South Carolina College Has One of the Worst Graduation Rates
Now, when it comes to going to college we all know there is one goal. Graduating! Yes, college is a time to meet new people, find yourself, and so much…
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Getty ImagesNow, when it comes to going to college we all know there is one goal. Graduating! Yes, college is a time to meet new people, find yourself, and so much more but it's also an investment. Quite an expensive investment if you ask me and my student loans from my four years of college. So, for those who get to college and are unable to finish can be some of the most heartbreaking things. It's honestly only a good investment if you actually graduate and can put that degree to use. But, that's not the story for everyone.
Degree Choices is naming not only the worst colleges in the U.S. but also colleges with the worst graduation rates. Crazy enough, a South Carolina school made the top 3 list of schools with the worst graduation rates. As sad as this is to hear, it's also good for us to know and understand. Coming in at #3 for colleges with the worst graduation rate is Benedict College in Columbia, South Carolina. Benedict College is a private co-educational liberal arts historically black college in South Carolina. The school's graduation rate is 23.9%.
There are many reasons that could cause a school to have a low graduation rate. There are many reasons that can differ between students, but also documented things such as dissatisfaction with the school, scarce resources, and schools' inability to meet the student's needs. It's crazy to think about the unfortunate circumstances that lead to this, but it's the harsh reality. Wondering what other schools made this list? Check out the full study here.
These Are The Top 25 Highest Rated Community Colleges In North Carolina
With the cost of college soaring, high school seniors and those looking to go back to school have tough decisions to make. In many circumstances, it doesn't make sense to go to a 4-year University. Whether you are looking to take a more specialized career path or just knock out some credits before transferring over to another institution to finish your degree. Regardless of your motivation community college is a great option and one that many people choose to pursue. Additionally, community colleges are cheaper than even in-state schools and have 100% admission rates. This makes them accessible to more prospective students. But which school should you go to? There are many community colleges in North Carolina. Some of your decision may depend on the field you'd like to study. There is also a discrepancy in cost between different schools. Location of course also is an important factor as students at community colleges do not live on campus. That's why Niche created its Community College Rankings. Keep reading to see the top 25 highest-rated community colleges in North Carolina.
On this list, you'll find public junior colleges, public technical schools, and all other public 2-year colleges. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.
25. Brunswick Community College
Location: Bolivia, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $7,400
24. Central Piedmont Community College
Location: Charlotte, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $6,652
23. Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Location: Salisbury, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $3,451
22. Southeastern Community College
Location: Whiteville, NC
Acceptance Rate: 110%
Net Cost: $4,534
21. Wake Technical College
Location: Raleigh, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $5,269
20. Richmond Community College
Location: Hamlet, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $4,984
19. Nash Community College
Location: Rocky Mount, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $6,321
18. Lenoir Community College
Location: Kinston, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $4,836
17. Guilford Technical Community College
Location: Jamestown, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $10,857
16. Piedmont Community College
Location: Roxboro, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $2,844
15. Johnston Community College
Location: Smithfield, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $5,735
14. Surry Community College
Location: Dobson, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $7,196
13. College of Albemarle
Location: Elizabeth City, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $,4613
12. Halifax Community College
Location: Weldon, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $3,514
11. Davidson-Davie Community College
Location: Thomasville, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $7,922
10. Western Piedmont Community College
Location: Morganton, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $5,093
9. Randolph Community College
Location: Asheboro, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $6,58
8. Cleveland Community College
Location: Shelby, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $1,048
7. Sampson Community College
Location: Clinton, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $10,312
6. Stanly Community College
Location: Albemarle, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $6,219
5. Blue Ridge Community College
Location: Flat Rock, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $7,924
4. Sandhills Community College
Location: Pinehurst, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $8,967
3. Wayne Community College
Location: Goldsboro, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $5,900
2. Southwestern Community College (North Carolina)
Location: Sylva, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $5,562
1. Craven Community College
Location: New Bern, NC
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Net Cost: $6,967
