Surry Community College is located in Dobson, North Carolina in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and services Surry and Yadkin Counties. Founded in 1964, the college is a two-year, comprehensive college with an open-door admissions policy.
We offer thirty-six areas of study, many of which have options for an associate degree, diploma or certificate, as well as online degrees.
In addition, the college serves over 18,000 students in over 1,500 classes through our Corporate and Continuing Education division. This area of the college offers a variety of learning opportunities through "not-for-credit" classes for those looking to take a one-time class for personal enrichment or to expand their knowledge base in a particular area.
In addition to its main campus, the college operates the Workforce Development Center in Mount Airy, the Yadkin Center in Yadkinville, the Pilot Center in Pilot Mountain, and The Elkin Center in Elkin. Offering many of our basic skills, continuing education classes and core curriculum classes, these satellite centers are conveniently located to better serve our communities and students.
Our exceptional faculty and staff provide the knowledge and expertise required for challenging careers or successful transfers to four-year colleges or universities, as well as help prepare students for jobs in vocational, occupational and industry related areas.
Whether you are just graduating from high school, an adult student looking to change careers, or seeking further certification in your current career, Surry Community College will help put you to work faster and provide you with a successful career path.
Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)
For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at, www.ccnn.edu/disclosures.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $9,100. 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
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $2,100-$2,500
- Out-of-State: $7,400-$8,938
- 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 | 76% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 71% | $4,160 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 2% | $5,810 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Surry Community College may provide student services including:
- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Students who attend a community college will be able to choose from a variety of programs that will lead to an associate's degree or transfer to a four year institution. The following list shows graduation and transfer-out rates for this school compared to community colleges in North Carolina, which can be useful for determining which community college to attend.
| Surry Community College | Surry County | North Carolina | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 24.3% | - | 20.3% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 20.8% | - | 19.8% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Surry Community College.
- Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, NC (31 miles away)
- Forsyth Technical Community College in Winston-Salem, NC (33 miles away)
- Mitchell Community College in Statesville, NC (43 miles away)
- Reid State Technical College in Evergreen, AL (44 miles away)
- Davidson County Community College in Thomasville, NC (47 miles away)