Randolph Community College (RCC) Introduction and History

Introduction

For students in the central region of North Carolina that are looking for an affordable start to their college education, or those who are seeking to retool to compete in an ever-changing globalized economy, Randolph Community College has a variety of programs students may want to consider.

The college is a small-enrollment community college located near the geographical center of North Carolina close to a picturesque mountain range called the Uwharries. The main campus in Asheboro, NC is about half an hour away from the larger city of Greensboro. The college also operates satellite campuses in Archdale and a separate facility in Asheboro.

The college offers several unique programs, including a marquee automotive program and a large emergency services training center.

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Information Summary

Ranks 86th in North Carolina and 2356th overall. See the entire top 2,000 colleges and universities list
Overall Score (about)	58.7
Total Cost On-Campus Attendance	$3,582
Admission Success rate	N/A
Student Ratio Students-to-Faculty	10 : 1
Retention (full-time / part-time)	63% / 50%
Enrollment Total (all students)	2,784

History

Randolph Community College was established in 1962 as Randolph Industrial Education Center. From an initial enrollment of 75 students, the college has grown to become an institution enrolling more than 3,200 students. The last decade has been a time of considerable growth for the college, with a number of new facilities and programs of study being added to the college

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Academics

Randolph Community College offers a variety of academic degree programs and career technical and continuing education programs for students. The college offers more than 25 associate

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Admissions

Randolph Community College has an open admissions policy, meaning that any student with a high school diploma or GED will be accepted. However, some RCC programs have selective admissions. The college

Financial Aid

Students applying to the Randolph Community College are eligible for federal grants and student loans. There are also a number of grants and scholarships offered by the state of North Carolina, the college and other organizations that students may be eligible for. The college

Student Financial Aid Details

Ranks 4711th for the average student loan amount.
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Students

Randolph Community College enrolls about 3,200 students. Unlike many community colleges, RCC

Student Enrollment Demographics

Athletics

RCC does not offer intercollegiate sports. However, the college does have intramural sports, including basketball, volleyball and dodgeball.

Bibliography

" Randolph Community College – Creating Opportunities. Changing Lives ." Randolph Community College – Creating Opportunities. Changing Lives . N.p., n.d. Web. 8 Oct. 2011. <http://www.randolph.edu/index

Gonsher, Debra A., and Joshua Halberstam. The community college guide: the essential reference from application to graduation. Dallas, Tex.: BenBella Books, 2009. Print.

The College Board College Handbook, 2010 . 47th ed. New York: College Board, 2009. Print.

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