Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Wilkesboro, North Carolina |
| Online | wilkescc.edu |
| School Type | Public 2 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | No |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Wilkes Community College (WCC) serves northwestern North Carolina from its main campus in Wilkesboro, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains approximately 60 miles northwest of Winston-Salem. The 150-acre main campus features modern classroom buildings and technical training facilities situated among rolling hills. Established in 1965, WCC provides associate degrees, vocational training, and continuing education programs, with notable strengths in applied technology, business, and healthcare fields. The college maintains additional centers in Ashe and Alleghany counties to serve the region's rural communities and hosts the annual MerleFest music festival, a significant bluegrass and traditional music event that draws international attention to the campus.
Annual Cost to Attend
North Carolina Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,700 |
| Other Fees | $140 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $5,890 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,616 |
| Total One Year Cost | $14,778 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,700 |
| Other Fees | $140 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $5,890 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,616 |
| Total One Year Cost | $20,922 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 19% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 19% |
| Engineering Technology | 14% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 12% |
| Business | 10% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=199926 IPEDS survey data for Wilkes Community College.
Current students may use the Wilkes Community College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024