At a glance
Average net price
$4,157
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
52.8%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
2,539
In-state tuition
$2,040
Out-of-state tuition
$6,648
Cost of attendance
$14,709
Median earnings (10y)
$31,656
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
14 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (37%), trades & services (20%), health (15%).
- STEM15%
- Health15%
- Business6%
- Humanities & arts37%
- Social sciences6%
- Trades & services20%
- Liberal arts37.2%~946 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Health professions15.0%~381 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Engineering tech9.3%~237 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business6.5%~164 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Education6.3%~160 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~140 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~124 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~113 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science4.1%~104 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Agriculture3.4%~87 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering1.2%~30 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~30 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Transportation0.7%~17 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~7 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
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.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 659 | $19,722 | $5,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 116 | $55,042 | $12,977 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 63 | $42,641 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 54 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 51 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Undergraduate certificate | 47 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate's | 47 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 38 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 35 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 31 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate's | 30 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate's | 25 | — | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 22 | — | — |
| Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 22 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 22 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate's | 19 | — | — |
| Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 18 | — | — |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Associate's | 18 | — | — |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 18 | — | — |
| Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 17 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 16 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 15 | — | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Associate's | 14 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 14 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 14 | — | — |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 14 | — | — |
| Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services. | Associate's | 11 | — | — |
| Fire Protection. | Associate's | 11 | — | — |
| Air Transportation. | Associate's | 11 | — | — |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services. | Associate's | 11 | — | — |
| Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 10 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Associate's | 10 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 8 | — | — |
| Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 8 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate's | 8 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Undergraduate certificate | 7 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 7 | — | — |
| Fire Protection. | Undergraduate certificate | 6 | — | — |
| Security Science and Technology. | Undergraduate certificate | 6 | — | — |
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 Sandhills Community College
Sandhills Community College is a mid-sized institution located in Pinehurst, North Carolina, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 2,539 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Engineering tech.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Sandhills Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $4,157 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $2,040 for in-state students and $6,648 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $14,709 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 52.8%, a above-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $31,656 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Sandhills Community College confers degrees and certificates across 14 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Engineering tech. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (37% of credentials), trades & services (20% of credentials), health (15% 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 Pinehurst, North Carolina (rural), Sandhills 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 Sandhills Community College
Q.How much does Sandhills Community College cost?
The average net price at Sandhills Community College is $4,157 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $14,709.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Sandhills Community College?
Sandhills Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 52.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Sandhills Community College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Sandhills Community College graduate earns $31,656 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Sandhills Community College?
Published tuition is $2,040 in-state and $6,648 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Sandhills Community College located?
Sandhills Community College is located in Pinehurst, North Carolina (ZIP 28374).
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 Sandhills Community College at their official website.