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$2,672Tuition
1,430Students
72%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$36,686Earnings
#8 in North CarolinaPublic2-yearStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$2,672
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,816
Average Net Price
$4,215
Students Receiving Financial Aid
31.3%
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$8,809
Books & Supplies
$1,364
Students Taking Federal Loans
0.0%
Pell Grant Recipients
31.3%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $3,027
$30,001 – $48,000 $4,513
$48,001 – $75,000 $5,252
$75,001 – $110,000 $4,786

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Cost Overview

Most families pay around $4,215 annually after aid at Stanly Community College. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $3,027 per year, while those from higher-income households ($48,000-$75,000) face costs of $5,252. Over two years, total expenses range from about $6,000 to $10,500 depending on family income. The sticker price of $2,672 for in-state students represents one of the most affordable options in North Carolina higher education.

Federal loan data shows 0% of students borrowing, meaning most cover costs through grants, family support, or work. With 96.5% of graduates finding employment and median earnings hitting $38,792 within one year, the investment pays off quickly. Students from low-income families get the strongest value proposition here, paying roughly half what middle-class families spend while accessing the same career training programs that lead to solid employment outcomes.

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