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General Information About Piedmont Community College In accordance with the mission of the North Carolina Community College System, the mission of Western Piedmont Community College is to open the door to high-quality, accessible learning opportunities that minimize barriers to postsecondary education, maximize student success, and improve the lives and well-being of individuals by providing: Education, training and retraining for the workforce, including basic skills and literacy education, occupational and pre- baccalaureate programs. Support for economic development through services to and in partnership with business and industry. Services to communities and individuals to promote continuous learning and improve the quality of life. Sound management practices which measure and enhance institutional effectiveness.
Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics.Institution Type - 2-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities - Distance learning opportunities
- Weekend/evening college
Student Services - Remedial services
- Academic/career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
- On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted - Dual credit
- Credit for life experiences
- Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation - Not applicable
Federal Aid - Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates offered - Less than 1 year certificate
- 1-2 years certificate
- Associate's degree
Campus Setting - Rural: Fringe
Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Tuition & Fees 09-10 Tuition & Fees $1,549 Room & Board Charge $0 Books & Supplies Cost $1,200 -
Total Financial Aid Amounts Issued Pell Grants $2,171,677 Other Federal Grants $217,033 Scholarships & Fellowships $2,758,685 Discount Applied to Tuition/Fee $644,212 Average Grant Dollars Issued $167,005 Avg. Scholarship and Fellowships $1,379,343 -
Student Demographics Total Enrolled 3,919 Native American 28 Asian 17 African American 1,547 Hispanic 88 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 1,148 Enrolled FullTime Graduates