
About
Wayne Community College, located in Goldsboro, North Carolina, was founded in 1957 as the Goldsboro Industrial Education Center with all students being part time students until 1962. Full time courses were originally offered in drafting, auto mechanics, electronics and nursing. Over the next few years additional locations were opened, expanding the school's service area. In 1964 the school was renamed Wayne Technical Institute, and three years later became Wayne Community College to represent its new focus and mission and growing importance and role in the community. The school is one of the many that comprise the North Carolina Community College System and maintains a steady growth rate in enrollment.
Academics
As a comprehensive community college the school offers a variety of programs and services that allow for academic transfer or career training. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education at WCC followed by transfer to a four year college or university to complete the final two years and earn their bachelor's degree. Career training programs provide an education in a specific industry or field that allows the student to enter the workforce as a qualified professional upon completion. Such programs take between one and two years to complete and confer a degree or certificate upon completion.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Any student interested in enrollment at WCC may enter by completing the application for admission and paying the associated fees. Students are encouraged to supply previous transcripts and test scores, and may be required to take a placement exam prior to registration. Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants and distributed based on need as determined by the information provided by the student on their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Aid must be applied for prior to each academic year.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $3,000. 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 | 62% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 62% | $4,480 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Wayne Community College may provide student services like:
- Online course work available
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care
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 Wayne Community College compared to community colleges in North Carolina, which can be useful for determining which community college to attend.
Wayne Community College | Wayne County | North Carolina | |
---|---|---|---|
Graduation Rate | 17.9% | - | 20.3% |
Transfer-out Rate | 18.2% | - | 19.8% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dental Assistant Program
- Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1964)
- Dental Hygienist Program
- Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1967)
- 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 2008)
- Find all the other nursing 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 2008)
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 Wayne 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,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agricultural Business (A)
- Animal Husbandry and Production (A, C)
- Turf Management (A, C)
- Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture (A, C)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Office Management and Supervision (A, C)
- Accounting (A)
- Operations Management (A, C)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Technology (A, C)
- Computer Networking (A, C)
Education
Engineering Technology
- Electromechanical Technology (A, C)
- Mechanical Technology Technician (A, C)
- Energy Management (C)
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology (C)
Family and Consumer Sciences
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- Medical Office Management (A, C)
- Dental Assistant (C)
- Dental Hygienist (A)
- Medical Assistant (A)
- Pharmacy Technician (C)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Phlebotomy (C)
- Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions (A)
- Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
- Auto Body (A, C)
- Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) (C)
- Aircraft Mechanic (A)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Forest Technology (A)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Cosmetology (C)
Precision Production
- Machine Shop Technology (A, C)
- Welding (C)
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (A, C)
- Police Science (C)
- Forensic Science (A, C)
- Disaster Management (A, C)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Game Design (A, C)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Wayne Community College.
- Johnston Community College in Smithfield, NC (23 miles away)
- Wilson Community College in Wilson, NC (23 miles away)
- Lenoir Community College in Kinston, NC (24 miles away)
- James Sprunt Community College in Kenansville, NC (29 miles away)
- Pitt Community College in Winterville, NC (32 miles away)