
About
Piedmont Community College, located in Roxboro, North Carolina, was founded in 1970 through overwhelming support by the local populace. The school began operations shortly after gaining approval, and was then known as Person County Technical Institute. Within the year the school's name was changed to Person Technical Institute, then once more to Piedmont technical Institute. In the subsequent years the school was approved through vote for additional monies in order to establish a permanent campus, which was completed in 1978. With the new campus came a new name, Piedmont Technical College. In 1985 the North Carolina General Assembly added Caswell County. The school's name was once again changed, this time to the current, and additional funds were issued for renovations and additions to the main campus as well as the establishing of a Caswell campus, located in Yanceyville.
Academics
Piedmont Community College offers students a number of programs that may result in transfer to a four year institution or prepare them for immediate entry into the workforce after graduation. Transfer programs fulfill the freshman and sophomore years of a four year education, and upon completion allows for transfer to complete the final two years and obtain one's bachelor's degree. Career training programs provide training and education in a particular field, providing students with the skills and practical knowledge to be able to function in a work environment related to their field of study professionally.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
As an open enrollment institution PCC accepts all students who meet the minimum requirements for entry. Students are required to choose a program of study, provide all pertinent documentation, take a placement exam, and pay for their courses at the time of registration.
Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to for the school to be able to determine eligibility and awards. Students may be required to submit additional information as needed by the financial aid office.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $8,500. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. 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 | 83% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 83% | $4,714 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Piedmont Community College may provide student services like those listed below:
- Online classes
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
- Day care
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Community colleges often offer both career training programs and options for students to transfer-out to four year institutions, which is why the table below is so important, it compares this school against community colleges in North Carolina.
Piedmont Community College | Person County | North Carolina | |
---|---|---|---|
Graduation Rate | 29.0% | - | 20.3% |
Transfer-out Rate | 14.9% | - | 19.8% |
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 Piedmont 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
- Biotechnology (A, C)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Executive Assistant (C)
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Accounting (A, C)
- Bookkeeping (C)
- Office Management and Supervision (A)
- Ecommerce
- Administrative Assistant
- International Business
- Advertising and Marketing
Communication Technology
- Animation (A, C)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Technology (A, C)
- Information Science (C)
- Computer Programming (A, C)
- Computer Programming, Specific Applications
- Web Design
- Computer Networking
- Computer and Information Systems Security
Construction Trades
- Carpentry (C)
- Electrical and Power Transmission Installation (A)
- Property Management (A, C)
- Masonry
- Electrician
Education
- Early Childhood Education (A, C)
Engineering
- Pre-Engineering
Engineering Technology
- Electromechanical Technology (A, C)
- Electromechanical Engineering and Technology
- Industrial Technology
- Industrial Production Technologies
- Engineering Technologies
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Development (C)
- Foodservice Administration and Management
- Child Care
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- Medical Office Management (A, C)
- Phlebotomy (C)
- Medical Assistant (A)
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (C)
- Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions (A)
- Nursing Assistant (C)
- Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
- Medical Lab Technician
- Clinical Social Work
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
- General Studies (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
Personal and Culinary Services
- Institutional Food Workers (C)
- Cosmetology (C)
Precision Production
Science Technology
- Biology Technician, Biotechnology Laboratory Technician
Security and Protective Services
Visual and Performing Arts
- Cinematography And Film (A, C)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Piedmont Community College.
- Durham Technical Community College in Durham, NC (32 miles away)
- Alamance Community College in Graham, NC (33 miles away)
- Vance - Granville Community College in Henderson, NC (33 miles away)
- Rockingham Community College in Wentworth, NC (44 miles away)
- Wake Technical Community College in Raleigh, NC (56 miles away)