BLUE RIDGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
- 180 West Campus Drive
- Flat Rock, NC 28731
- OPEID College Code: 00968400
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- General Phone: (828) 694-1700
- President: Molly A. Parkhill
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 2,488
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Blue Ridge Community College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Must Complete Preparation at Another Institution
- Website
- www.blueridge.edu

- Mission Statement
- Our Mission...enriching the lives of those within our reach through education, training, and cultural activities.
Accreditation
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Rural-Serving Medium
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Small Two-Year
Blue Ridge Community College Campus Map
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 56%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 2% | 45% | 25% | 26% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,053 | $2,929 | $2,538 | $1,223 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number in Repayment | 8 | 16 | 12 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $1,695 | $1,417 | $1,417 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $1,695 | $1,417 | $1,417 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $7,817 | $7,537 | $7,537 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,100 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,850 | $7,850 | $7,541 |
| Other Expenses | $4,964 | $4,727 | $4,541 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,964 | $4,727 | $4,541 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $2,895 | $2,517 | $2,417 |
| In-State | $2,895 | $2,517 | $2,417 |
| Out of State | $9,017 | $8,637 | $8,537 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $15,709 | $15,094 | $14,499 |
| In-State | $15,709 | $15,094 | $14,499 |
| Out of State | $21,831 | $21,214 | $20,619 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $7,859 | $7,244 | $6,958 |
| In-State | $7,859 | $7,244 | $6,958 |
| Out of State | $13,981 | $13,364 | $13,078 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 2,488 Undergraduate: 2,488
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,061 Female: 1,427
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,061 Female: 1,427
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 766 Part-Time: 1,722
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 766 Part-Time: 1,722
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 1 | 0.04% |
| American Indian | 10 | 0.4% |
| Black | 110 | 4% |
| Asian | 22 | 0.9% |
| Hispanic | 126 | 5% |
| White | 2,172 | 87% |
| Unknown | 47 | 2% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 289 | 12% |
| Ages 18-19 | 548 | 22% |
| Ages 20-21 | 329 | 13% |
| Ages 22-24 | 283 | 11% |
| Ages 25-29 | 285 | 11% |
| Ages 30-34 | 190 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 156 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 215 | 9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 160 | 6% |
| Age Over 65 | 19 | 0.8% |
| Age Unknown | 14 | 0.6% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 441 | 168 | 273 |
| Faculty Status | 309 | 70 | 239 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 309 | 70 | 239 |
| Primarily Instruction | 309 | 70 | 239 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 5 | 5 | - |
| Other Professionals | 31 | 25 | 6 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 96 | 68 | 28 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 23 | 19 | 4 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $51,515 (70) | $53,543 (25) | $50,389 (45) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $51,515 (70) | $53,543 (25) | $50,389 (45) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $2,975 | - | $2,975 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | - | 100% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 6 | - | 6 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 6 | - | 6 |
| Volleyball | 6 | - | 6 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | - | $3,000 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 65%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 46%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 21% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 16% |
| Female | 26% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 50% |
| Asian | - |
| Hispanic | 40% |
| White | 19% |
| Unknown | 50% |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009