South Piedmont Community College

Polkton, North Carolina · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$6,675

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

38.1%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

1,833

In-state tuition

$2,022

Out-of-state tuition

$6,630

Cost of attendance

$16,111

Median earnings (10y)

$37,308

Admissions

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

Programs breakdown

15 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (41%), health (14%), trades & services (12%).

  • STEM12%
  • Health14%
  • Business10%
  • Humanities & arts41%
  • Social sciences11%
  • Trades & services12%

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's404$29,479$7,500
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate74
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Undergraduate certificate63
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Undergraduate certificate57$8,200
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's54$56,702
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Undergraduate certificate48$17,823
Security Science and Technology.Undergraduate certificate39
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.Undergraduate certificate39
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Associate's27
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's25
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Undergraduate certificate24
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate24
Precision Metal Working.Undergraduate certificate22
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Associate's21
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Associate's20
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).Undergraduate certificate19
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate18$6,870
Legal Support Services.Undergraduate certificate18
Accounting and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate17
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's13
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Associate's11
Computer Software and Media Applications.Undergraduate certificate9
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians.Associate's9
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Undergraduate certificate9
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's9
Legal Support Services.Associate's7
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate6
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers.Undergraduate certificate6
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Associate's6
Computer Software and Media Applications.Associate's5
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate5
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians.Associate's5
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Associate's5$28,138

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 South Piedmont Community College

South Piedmont Community College is a mid-sized institution located in Polkton, North Carolina, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 1,833 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Business.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at South Piedmont Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $6,675 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $2,022 for in-state students and $6,630 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $16,111 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 38.1%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $37,308 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

South Piedmont Community College confers degrees and certificates across 15 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (41% of credentials), health (14% of credentials), trades & services (12% 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 Polkton, North Carolina (rural), South Piedmont 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 South Piedmont Community College

Q.How much does South Piedmont Community College cost?

The average net price at South Piedmont Community College is $6,675 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $16,111.

Q.What is the graduation rate at South Piedmont Community College?

South Piedmont Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 38.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do South Piedmont Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median South Piedmont Community College graduate earns $37,308 per year.

Q.What is tuition at South Piedmont Community College?

Published tuition is $2,022 in-state and $6,630 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is South Piedmont Community College located?

South Piedmont Community College is located in Polkton, North Carolina (ZIP 28135).

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 South Piedmont Community College at their official website.