Rowan – Cabarrus Community College

1333 Jake Alexander Blvd, Salisbury, NC

About
Rowan - Cabarrus Community College, located in Salisbury, North Carolina, was founded in 1960 in response to a chamber of commerce report demonstrating areas of technical need that were lacking in the community. As a result, voters of Rowan county approved a bond of 500,000 for the purchase of land and construction of what would be known as Rowan Technical Institute through community college-technical institute act, which allowed for the expansion of programs beyond the original seven. Over the course of the school's history, it has updated its program offerings and expanded its focus, resulting in several name changes, the most recent of which has led to the current and best describes the school's mission and service area. The school serves over 20,000 students a year across four campuses and is one of the 58 schools that comprise the North Carolina Community College System.

Academics
Rowan - Cabarrus Community College offers a large number of programs dedicated to providing students a quality education and allow them to choose one that best suits the career or academic goals. Career and technical programs provide students with the training and skills to perform in the workplace as professionals in their area of study through practical and traditional classroom educations. These programs typically take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or associate degree that demonstrates competency in the area of study and allows for immediate employment at the entry level.

Academic transfer programs offer student the opportunity to complete the first two years of a four year education, followed by transfer to a college or university to complete a bachelor's degree. Transfer must be applied for, and schools have varying requirements for admission. It is recommended that students interested in transfer meet with an academic counselor to plan a curriculum that best suits the requirements of the student's chosen school or schools.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid
As an open enrollment institution any student who has graduated high school or has an equivalent, or is 18 years of age or older, will be accepted by the school once their application for admission is submitted. Students must provide transcripts and standardized test scores, as well as take a placement exam prior to registration. Students are encouraged to participate in orientation, either on campus or online, prior to the start of their first semester. Registration for courses takes place shortly prior to the start of each semester.

Financial aid is available in the form of state and federal grants as well as scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must obtain a federal PIN followed by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the resulting student aid report (SAR) from which will be used to determine financial need, aid program eligibility, and monetary awards. Students may be asked to provide additional tax and financial documentation prior to the disbursement of funds to ensure information on the SAR is accurate. Financial aid must be applied for prior to the start of each academic year.

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $6,400. 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 estimates are:
- State Residents: $2,400-$2,800
- Out-of-State: $8,500-$10,210
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	79%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	75%	$4,875
Receiving Student Loans	32%	$6,055

Admissions, Academics, & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Rowan – Cabarrus Community College may provide services like those listed below:

Online classes
Classes offered on nights and weekends
Remedial courses
Academic counseling for students
Employing students to lower education costs
Employment search assistance

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

Campus: Rowan – Cabarrus Community College

Dental Assistant Program
- Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1993)
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 1991)
- See a list of all associate's degree in nursing (ADN) programs in North Carolina
Radiology Technician Program
- Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 1975)

Campus: North Carolina Research Campus

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 1991)
- See a list of all associate's degree in nursing (ADN) programs in North Carolina
Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 2012)

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.