
Randolph Community College, located in Asheboro, North Carolina, was founded in 1962 as a joint city-county education center known as the Randolph Industrial Education Center. The Randolph Industrial Education Center joined the North Carolina Community College System in 1963, shortly after the founding of the system. The school is situated in the center of North Carolina and serves a population of over 140,000 countywide.
Academics
Randolph Community College offers a wide variety of programs and majors that lead to either or certificates or degrees. Vocational programs are geared toward preparing individuals for work post-graduation while transfer programs are designed to assist students in pursuing higher education at a four year institution. RCC also offers continuing education courses as well as adult education programs.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Enrollment at Randolph Community College requires a high school diploma or GED. Applicants should complete and submit the application along with transcripts or official test scores. Once received, applicants should take a placement exam and familiarize themselves with the campus. Students will begin registration t orientation.
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Students wishing to apply for financial aid should complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and apply for a PIN. The applicant will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR), which will determine which forms of aid the student is eligible for.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $8,600. 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: $1,800-$2,200
- Out-of-State: $6,400-$7,718
- 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 | 78% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 78% | $4,468 |
Receiving Student Loans | 1% | $4,789 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Randolph Community College may offer services to students including:
- Distance learning
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
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 Randolph Community College, versus those community colleges in North Carolina, which can be valuable information for determining which school to attend.
Randolph Community College | Randolph County | North Carolina | |
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Graduation Rate | 15.1% | - | 20.3% |
Transfer-out Rate | 16.1% | - | 19.8% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Radiology Technician Program
- Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 2015)
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 Randolph 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,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Accounting (A, C)
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management (A, C)
- Human Resources (A)
- Office Management and Supervision (A)
- Entrepreneurship
Communication Technology
- Photographic and Film Technology (A)
Communications and Journalism
- Photojournalism (A)
Computer and Information Sciences
Construction Trades
- Electrician (A, C)
Education
- Early Childhood Education (A, C)
Engineering Technology
- Electromechanical Engineering and Technology (A, C)
- Electromechanical Technology (A, C)
- Industrial Technology
Family and Consumer Sciences
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- Medical Office Management (A, C)
- Radiologic Technology (A)
- Medical Assistant (A)
- Nursing Assistant
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A, C)
- General Studies (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Body (C)
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Nail Technician (C)
- Cosmetology (A, C)
- Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor (C)
Precision Production
- Machine Shop Technology (A, C)
- Welding (C)
Public Administration and Social Services
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (A, C)
- Police Science (C)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Commercial and Advertising Art (A)
- Commercial Photography (A)
- Interior Design (A)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Randolph Community College.
- Montgomery Community College in Troy, NC (21 miles away)
- Guilford Technical Community College in Jamestown, NC (23 miles away)
- Davidson County Community College in Thomasville, NC (24 miles away)
- Stanly Community College in Albemarle, NC (32 miles away)
- Rowan - Cabarrus Community College in Salisbury, NC (38 miles away)