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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…

Top North Carolina Community Colleges
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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

Melanie Day is a graduate of North Carolina State University. She has worked for Beasley since 2012 in a variety of behind-the-scenes roles in both digital and promotions. Melanie writes about a diverse range of topics some of her favorites include travel, restaurants, Taylor Swift, and college athletics. When not at work you'll find her at a country concert or NC State sporting event.