Johnston Community College

Smithfield, North Carolina · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$1,776

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

36.6%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

3,453

In-state tuition

$2,756

Out-of-state tuition

$8,900

Cost of attendance

$11,230

Median earnings (10y)

$37,310

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
Town

Programs breakdown

16 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (30%), humanities & arts (28%), stem (16%).

  • STEM16%
  • Health13%
  • Business7%
  • Humanities & arts28%
  • Social sciences7%
  • Trades & services30%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's620$26,097$5,812
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Undergraduate certificate223
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate137
Ground Transportation.Undergraduate certificate136$38,853
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Associate's94$47,201
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).Undergraduate certificate84
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's72$58,527$13,167
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Undergraduate certificate71
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).Associate's62
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General.Undergraduate certificate56
Precision Metal Working.Undergraduate certificate55
Legal Support Services.Undergraduate certificate49
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's46
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's42
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Undergraduate certificate41
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Undergraduate certificate37
Engineering, General.Associate's36
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General.Associate's36
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Associate's34
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.Undergraduate certificate33
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Associate's33$25,151
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate32
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Associate's29
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians.Associate's26
Security Science and Technology.Associate's26
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Associate's25
Legal Support Services.Associate's24
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's23
Accounting and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate23
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Associate's21
Precision Metal Working.Associate's21
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.Undergraduate certificate20
Educational Administration and Supervision.Undergraduate certificate18
Fire Protection.Undergraduate certificate18
Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services.Undergraduate certificate16
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.Associate's14
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Undergraduate certificate14
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate13
Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services.Associate's12
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Undergraduate certificate10

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Johnston Community College

Johnston Community College is a mid-sized institution located in Smithfield, North Carolina, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 3,453 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Computer science.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Johnston Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $1,776 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $2,756 for in-state students and $8,900 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $11,230 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 36.6%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $37,310 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Johnston Community College confers degrees and certificates across 16 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Computer science. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (30% of credentials), humanities & arts (28% of credentials), stem (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Smithfield, North Carolina (town), Johnston Community College draws students from across North Carolina and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Johnston Community College

Q.How much does Johnston Community College cost?

The average net price at Johnston Community College is $1,776 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $11,230.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Johnston Community College?

Johnston Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 36.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Johnston Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Johnston Community College graduate earns $37,310 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Johnston Community College?

Published tuition is $2,756 in-state and $8,900 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Johnston Community College located?

Johnston Community College is located in Smithfield, North Carolina (ZIP 27577).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Johnston Community College at their official website.