Sandhills Community College

Pinehurst, North Carolina · Public, 2-year

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%

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's659$19,722$5,500
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's116$55,042$12,977
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Associate's63$42,641
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's54
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Undergraduate certificate51
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Undergraduate certificate47
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Associate's47
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Undergraduate certificate38
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate35
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Associate's31
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Associate's30
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Associate's25
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.Undergraduate certificate22
Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Associate's22
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate22
Culinary Arts and Related Services.Associate's19
Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Associate's18
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs.Associate's18
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services.Undergraduate certificate18
Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians.Associate's17
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's16
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Undergraduate certificate15
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.Associate's14
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's14
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Undergraduate certificate14
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.Associate's14
Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Associate's12
Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services.Associate's11
Fire Protection.Associate's11
Air Transportation.Associate's11
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services.Associate's11
Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate10
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Associate's10
Culinary Arts and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate8
Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate8
Design and Applied Arts.Associate's8
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Undergraduate certificate7
Accounting and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate7
Fire Protection.Undergraduate certificate6
Security Science and Technology.Undergraduate certificate6

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.