Sampson Community College

Clinton, North Carolina · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$3,108

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

56.5%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

846

In-state tuition

$2,877

Out-of-state tuition

$9,789

Cost of attendance

$13,142

Median earnings (10y)

$33,409

Admissions

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

Programs breakdown

12 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (36%), humanities & arts (23%), health (21%).

  • STEM2%
  • Health21%
  • Business12%
  • Humanities & arts23%
  • Social sciences6%
  • Trades & services36%

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

33 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's298
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate104
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's70$55,640$12,596
Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services.Undergraduate certificate61
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Undergraduate certificate55
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Undergraduate certificate43
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.Undergraduate certificate42$39,766
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's42
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.Associate's33
Precision Metal Working.Undergraduate certificate29
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Associate's28
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Undergraduate certificate28
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Associate's20
Agricultural Production Operations.Associate's18
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Undergraduate certificate18
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Undergraduate certificate17
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Associate's16
Accounting and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate16
Agricultural Business and Management.Associate's15
Precision Metal Working.Associate's15
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Associate's14
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's14
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Associate's13
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate13
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Associate's12
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers.Associate's10
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's10
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers.Undergraduate certificate9
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection.Associate's8
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.Undergraduate certificate7
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection.Undergraduate certificate6
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).Associate's6
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians.Associate's5

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 Sampson Community College

Sampson Community College is a small institution located in Clinton, North Carolina, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 846 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Liberal arts, Precision production.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Sampson Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $3,108 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $2,877 for in-state students and $9,789 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $13,142 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 56.5%, a above-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $33,409 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Sampson Community College confers degrees and certificates across 12 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Liberal arts, Precision production. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (36% of credentials), humanities & arts (23% of credentials), health (21% 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 Clinton, North Carolina (town), Sampson 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 Sampson Community College

Q.How much does Sampson Community College cost?

The average net price at Sampson Community College is $3,108 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $13,142.

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

Sampson Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 56.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Sampson Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Sampson Community College graduate earns $33,409 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Sampson Community College?

Published tuition is $2,877 in-state and $9,789 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Sampson Community College located?

Sampson Community College is located in Clinton, North Carolina (ZIP 28328).

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 Sampson Community College at their official website.