Wilkes Community College

Last updated: April 13, 2026 Source: College Scorecard

Wilkes Community College is a public institution located in Wilkesboro, NC, offering 32 distinct degree programs across various fields of study. Wilkes Community College provides students with educational opportunities designed to prepare them for success in their chosen fields. Financial aid significantly reduces the cost of attendance, with the average net price after aid at $-28.

Key Facts

  • 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $2,572
  • 2024 Average Net Price: $-28 After Financial Aid
  • 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
  • 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,881 N/A% Full-Time
  • 2024 Graduation Rate: 52.38%

Costs

Tuition Costs

$2,572
2024 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2024, the cost of tuition at Wilkes Community College was $2,572.

Tuition comparison with similar institutions.

Average Net Price

$-28
2024 Value

In 2024 Wilkes Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $-28.

Average net price comparison with similar institutions.

Total Cost of Attendance

$-112 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost

$-28 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)

$10,288 4-Year In-State Tuition

$34,864 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition

Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.

4-year total cost breakdown for Wilkes Community College.

Financial Aid by Income Level

29.13% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

0.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

Financial aid distribution by income level.

Student Loan Default Rate

Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)

The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Wilkes Community College was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.

Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.

Acceptance rate compared to national average.

Test Scores

Test score data is not available for this institution.

Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.

Academic Requirements

GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.

Estimated GPA and test score ranges.

Enrollment

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

N/A% Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at Wilkes Community College in 2024 is 1,881 students.

Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.

Retention Rate over Time

N/A%
2024 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.

Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.

Graduates & Outcomes

Time to Complete

38.10% 100% Completion Time

52.38% 150% Completion Time

In 2024, 38.10% of students graduating from Wilkes Community College completed their program within 100% "normal time".

Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.

ROI & Programs

Financial value and program information for Wilkes Community College.

Return on Investment

$7,625 Median Student Debt

$34,728 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)

21.96% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio

2.2 years Estimated Payback Period

Financial value analysis for Wilkes Community College.

Top Programs by Completions

10 Programs Reporting Data

CIP 52.0201: 178 completions

Liberal Arts & Sciences: 157 completions

Welding Technology: 86 completions

General Computer & Information Sciences: 59 completions

Automobile Mechanics Technology: 57 completions

CIP 46.0499: 54 completions

Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Administration: 49 completions

CIP 01.0302: 45 completions

Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 41 completions

Other/Unknown Programs: 1,123 completions

Most popular programs at Wilkes Community College.

Employment Outcomes

$32,842 Median Earnings (6 years after entry)

$33,645 Median Earnings (8 years after entry)

$34,728 Median Earnings (10 years after entry)

Earnings outcomes for Wilkes Community College graduates.

About

Wilkes Community College is a public institution located in Wilkesboro, NC, offering 32 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,881 students. The institution maintains a 52.38% graduation rate. Approximately 29.13% of students receive Pell Grants.

Institution Type

Public

Location

Wilkesboro, NC 28697

Region: Southeast

Insights and Analysis

Wilkes Community College provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.

Data Sources

This page uses data from the following sources:

  • College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
    • Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
    • Data years: 2015-2024
    • Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
    • Employment and wage data by occupation
    • Latest data: May 2024
    • Source: bls.gov/oes
  • O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
    • Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
    • Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
    • Source: onetcenter.org
  • IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
    • Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
    • Data years: 2015-2024
    • Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
  • Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
    • Demographic and workforce data
    • Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
    • Source: census.gov/acs

Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.

Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.

Methodology

Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.

All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.