Catawba Valley Community College

2 Year
Hickory, NC
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Overview

Total enrollment

4,904

Location Hickory, North Carolina
Website cvcc.edu
Type Public 2 Year
Setting Rural Fringe

Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
Housing No
Level of Study Undergrad

Catawba Valley Community College (CVCC) is a public two-year institution located in Hickory, North Carolina, approximately 60 miles northwest of Charlotte in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The main campus spans 64 acres and includes modern academic facilities, technology centers, and specialized training labs supporting the region's manufacturing and healthcare industries. CVCC operates additional locations throughout Catawba and Alexander counties, including the Manufacturing Solutions Center and the Workforce Solutions Complex. The college maintains strong partnerships with local industry and offers comprehensive programs in healthcare, manufacturing technology, business administration, and university transfer pathways. Campus facilities include the Tarlton Complex, which houses the college's engineering and advanced manufacturing programs, and the Public Safety Training Center dedicated to emergency services education.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Open Admission

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Annual Cost to Attend

North Carolina Resident Tuition

$2,427

Out of State Resident Tuition

$7,803

Breakdown

Tuition $2,427
Books and Supplies $1,870
Other Fees $299
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $12,734
Budget for Other Expenses $12,794
Total One Year Cost $30,124

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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$29,200 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Catawba Valley Community College are Liberal Arts and Humanities, Health Professions, and Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting. 27% of students major in Liberal Arts and Humanities, 19% in Health Professions, and 12% in Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting.