Catawba Valley Community College (CVCC)

2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC

Catawba Valley Community College, located in Hickory, North Carolina, is one of the 52 schools that comprise the North Carolina Community College System. The school was established by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction in 1958. The school was originally operated by Catawba County, but was given over to the NCCCS in 1963 and as a result of the transfer the school went through a period of adjustment and change, becoming a technical institute and community college over the following years.

Academics

As a comprehensive community college, CVCC offers students programs that encourage workforce development or academic transfer. Career training programs provide individuals with the skills and abilities to enter the workforce as qualified professionals. Programs take up to two years to complete and result in a certificate or degree that demonstrates competency and assists in the securing of employment after graduation.

Students may also pursue academic transfer, completing their first two years at the school followed by applying to a college or university to complete the final two years and earn their bachelor's degree. Schools will have varying admissions requirements, and as such students should meet with a counselor and research their desired transfer school prior to registration.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid

Catawba Valley Community College is an open enrollment institution that will admit any individual who is at least eighteen years of age or has earned a high school diploma (or equivalent). Students should supply transcripts, standardized test scores, be prepared to take a placement exam, and meet with a counselor all prior to registration. Financial aid applications should also be submitted prior to the start of the semester. Aid is available in the form of loans and grants and distributed based on need based on the information provided by the student through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $6,800. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $2,100-$2,500
- Out-of-State: $7,400-$8,938
Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $76-$91 per unit
- Out-of-State: $270-$320 per unit

Financial Aid Details

The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.

	Percent of Students	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	73%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	69%	$4,119
Receiving Student Loans	8%	$3,903

Admissions, Academics, & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Catawba Valley Community College may offer student services including:

Online classes
Night and weekend classes available
Remedial instructional courses
Counseling assistance
Employing students to lower education costs
Employment search assistance

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

Dental Hygienist Program
- Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1999)
Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1992)
- Find all the other nursing programs in North Carolina
Radiology Technician Program
- Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 2009)

Programs Offered

The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.