Established primarily for the residents of North Carolina, Central Carolina Community College also serves as a higher educational resource for other states. It was formerly known as the Lee County Industrial Education Center.
This college is a constituent of the North Carolina Community College System with campuses located at Chatham, Harnett, and Lee counties. The campus at Lee County is situated on a 104-acre site at 1100-1105 Kelly Drive in Sanford. This campus is a home for state-of-the-art facilities designed to provide an environment conducive to learning for the students.
CCCC remains true to its vision to provide quality and accessible educational opportunities for the community it serves. This college offers 45 curriculum programs that conclude with an Associate degree or college transfer credits, Diploma and Certificate. To facilitate seamless transfer to four-year institutions, CCCC established articulation agreements with colleges and universities. Selected programs may be taken via online distance education.
Through innovative programs and continuous improvement of its academic services, this college responds to the changing needs of the students and the community. Besides the curriculum courses, non- curriculum and Adult High School/GED programs are also offered. And with the Lee Early College program, students are given the opportunity to finish high school and Associate degree in five years in partnership with Lee County Public Schools.
At CCCC, students can experience a true sense of community with a diverse population working towards a common goal - to achieve personal success, community development and economic progress.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $7,900. 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
- Annual tuition range:
- State Residents: $2,300-$2,800
- Out-of-State: $8,400-$10,140
- Charges per unit:
- In-State: $72-$86 per unit
- Out-of-State: $260-$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 | 70% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 68% | $5,022 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Central Carolina Community College may offer services like those listed below:
- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Community colleges offer a variety of career and transfer options for students. The following table shows the graduation and transfer-out rates for this school, versus those community colleges in North Carolina, which can be valuable information for determining which school to attend.
| Central Carolina Community College | Lee County | North Carolina | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 19.5% | - | 20.3% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 16.1% | - | 19.8% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dental Assistant Program
- Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 2007)
- Dental Hygienist Program
- Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 2007)
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.
Get more information about the programs offered by Central Carolina Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture (A, C)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Office Management and Supervision (A, C)
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Accounting (A, C)
- Entrepreneurship (C)
- Human Resources (A, C)
- Operations Management (A)
Communication Technology
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Technology (A, C)
- Computer Networking (A, C)
Construction Trades
- Masonry (C)
Education
Engineering
Engineering Technology
- Electromechanical Technology (A, C)
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology (A, C)
- Laser and Optical Technology (A)
- Energy Management (A, C)
- Manufacturing Engineering Technician (A, C)
- Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting cad (C)
- Cad Drafting (A)
- Mechanical Technology Technician (A, C)
- Computer Engineering (A)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Development (C)
- Foodservice Administration and Management (C)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Medical Office Management (A, C)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Nursing (A)
- Veterinary Assistant (A)
- Medical Assistant (A, C)
- Dental Hygienist (A)
- Dental Assistant (C)
- Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions (A)
- Nursing Assistant
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (A, C)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A, C)
- General Studies (A)
Library Science
- Library Assistant (A, C)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair (C)
- Electrical Maintenance and Repair Technology (C)
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
- Auto Body (C)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Barber (A, C)
- Esthetician (C)
- Cosmetology (A, C)
- Culinary Arts (A, C)
- Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor (C)
Precision Production
- Welding (C)
- Machine Shop Technology (A, C)
- Tool and Die Technician (A)
Security and Protective Services
- Police Science (C)
- Criminal Justice (A)
- Forensic Science (A)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Central Carolina Community College.
- Sandhills Community College in Pinehurst, NC (23 miles away)
- Wake Technical Community College in Raleigh, NC (28 miles away)
- Fayetteville Technical Community College in Fayetteville, NC (31 miles away)
- Durham Technical Community College in Durham, NC (38 miles away)
- Randolph Community College in Asheboro, NC (41 miles away)