CATAWBA VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE (CVCC)
- 2550 Hwy 70 SE
- Hickory, NC 28602
- OPEID College Code: 00531800
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- General Phone: (828) 327-7000
- President: Dr. Garrett Hinshaw
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 5,528
- College Alias: CVCC
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Catawba Valley Community College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- 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
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.cvcc.edu

- Mission Statement
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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 Medium Two-Year
Catawba Valley 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: 57%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 8% | 48% | 33% | 8% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $2,328 | $2,859 | $3,093 | $357 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 5.8% | 0.9% | - |
| Number in Default | 5 | 1 | - |
| Number in Repayment | 85 | 102 | 55 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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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 | $1,730 | $1,378 | $1,378 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $1,730 | $1,378 | $1,378 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $7,851 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,150 | $1,150 | $1,050 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,444 | $8,324 | $6,900 |
| Other Expenses | $5,514 | $4,896 | $3,930 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,694 | $4,896 | $3,580 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $2,880 | $2,528 | $2,428 |
| In-State | $2,880 | $2,528 | $2,428 |
| Out of State | $9,001 | $8,650 | $8,550 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $16,838 | $15,748 | $13,258 |
| In-State | $16,838 | $15,748 | $13,258 |
| Out of State | $22,959 | $21,870 | $19,380 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $6,574 | $5,808 | $6,008 |
| In-State | $6,574 | $5,808 | $6,008 |
| Out of State | $12,695 | $11,930 | $12,130 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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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: 5,528 Undergraduate: 5,528
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,305 Female: 3,223
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,305 Female: 3,223
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 2,135 Part-Time: 3,393
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 2,135 Part-Time: 3,393
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 5 | 0.09% |
| American Indian | 71 | 1% |
| Black | 463 | 8% |
| Asian | 465 | 8% |
| Hispanic | 619 | 11% |
| White | 3,829 | 69% |
| Unknown | 76 | 1% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 608 | 11% |
| Ages 18-19 | 916 | 17% |
| Ages 20-21 | 799 | 14% |
| Ages 22-24 | 545 | 10% |
| Ages 25-29 | 557 | 10% |
| Ages 30-34 | 442 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 398 | 7% |
| Ages 40-49 | 574 | 10% |
| Ages 50-65 | 343 | 6% |
| Age Over 65 | 22 | 0.4% |
| Age Unknown | 324 | 6% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 816 | 333 | 483 |
| Faculty Status | 520 | 144 | 376 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 520 | 144 | 376 |
| Primarily Instruction | 520 | 144 | 376 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 7 | 7 | - |
| Other Professionals | 116 | 77 | 39 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 173 | 105 | 68 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 49 | 32 | 17 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 13 | 12 | 1 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $50,714 (144) | $50,651 (68) | $50,771 (76) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $50,714 (144) | $50,651 (68) | $50,771 (76) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $25,245 | $14,596 | $10,649 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 58% | 42% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 52 | 32 | 20 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 51 | 32 | 19 |
| Baseball | 25 | 25 | - |
| Basketball | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Volleyball | 11 | - | 11 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $14,008 | $8,929 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $7,190 | $2,020 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 75%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 49%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 12% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 15% |
| Female | 9% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | - |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 9% |
| Asian | 8% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| White | 13% |
| Unknown | - |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | - | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | - |
| Burglary | 1 | - |
| Vehicle Theft | - | 3 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009