Davidson County Community College, Thomasville, North Carolina, was originally established in 1958 as a technical school to assist in the transition from agriculture to industry. The school changed its name to its current and expanded its offerings in 1965. Since then the school has expanded its enrollment year after year, has opened a second campus in Mocksville and plans to open a third in Lexington with a recent land donation by a local family. DCCC also operates several satellite learning centers.
Academics
Davidson County Community College offers a large variety of programs for transfer to four year institutions or for immediate employment once completed. The programs can lead to certificate, diploma, or associate's degree.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
DCCC has an open enrollment policy; thus students can submit an application and provide all necessary documentation (identification and transcripts) to be admitted. Students will have to take a placement exam and meet with a counselor to discuss program and class enrollment. Financial aid is available to eligible students. Eligibility is determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which should be completed by the deadline noted on the website.
Athletics
The DCCC Storm competes in the NJCAA division 3 in men's basketball and women's volleyball. No athletic scholarships are offered at DCCC.
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: $2,000-$2,400
- Out-of-State: $7,900-$9,504
- 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 | 75% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 68% | $4,795 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 25% | $5,636 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Davidson County Community College may offer services to students including:
- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
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 Davidson County Community College, versus those community colleges in North Carolina, which can be valuable information for determining which school to attend.
| DCCC | Davidson County | North Carolina | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 26.1% | - | 20.3% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 20.5% | - | 19.8% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- 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 1993)
- Find all the other nursing programs in North Carolina
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 Davidson County 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,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Wildlife Biology (A)
- Zoology, Animal Biology (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Accounting (A, C)
- Human Resources (A, C)
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management (A, C)
- Entrepreneurship
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Technology (A, C)
- Computer Networking (A, C)
- Information Science (A, C)
- Computer and Information Systems Security (A, C)
- Computer Programming
Education
- Early Childhood Education (A, C)
- Education, Early Childhood Special Education Programs
Engineering Technology
- Industrial Production Technologies (A, C)
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology (A, C)
- Electromechanical Technology (A, C)
Family and Consumer Sciences
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Language Interpretation and Translation
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- Phlebotomy (C)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Pharmacy Technician (A, C)
- Health Information and Medical Records Technology (A)
- Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions (A)
- Medical Assistant (A, C)
- EMT & Paramedic (A)
- Massage Therapy (A, C)
- Medical Lab Technician (A)
- Medical Records Administrator (A)
- Veterinary Assistant
- Histologic Technology
- Nursing Assistant
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (A, C)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A, C)
- General Studies (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) (C)
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
- Medium and Heavy Vehicle Truck Technology (A, C)
- Diesel Mechanic (A, C)
- Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair (C)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Esthetician (C)
- Cosmetology (C)
Precision Production
- Welding (A, C)
- Machine Shop Technology (A, C)
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (A, C)
- Police Science (C)
- Fire Prevention (A, C)
Transportation and Materials Moving
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Davidson County Community College.
- Forsyth Technical Community College in Winston-Salem, NC (15 miles away)
- Guilford Technical Community College in Jamestown, NC (17 miles away)
- Rowan - Cabarrus Community College in Salisbury, NC (22 miles away)
- Randolph Community College in Asheboro, NC (24 miles away)
- Stanly Community College in Albemarle, NC (36 miles away)