South Piedmont Community College

South Piedmont Community College Overview

South Piedmont Community College is a public, state school in the rural setting of Polkton, North Carolina. South Piedmont Community College was founded in 1962 and the school currently enrolls around 2,967 students a year, which includes 2,967 undergraduate students.

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2022 South Piedmont Community College Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
In-State Tuition	$2,432
Out-of-State	$8,576

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Is South Piedmont Community College a Good School?

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Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can give you a sense of how competitive a school is.

Let's take a look at these areas to get a better idea of what South Piedmont Community College offers and if the school seems like a good choice for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at South Piedmont Community College

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook South Piedmont Community College Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Check with South Piedmont Community College directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Tuition and Financial Aid at South Piedmont Community College

Tuition is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

For information on South Piedmont Community College's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some financial aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at South Piedmont Community College.

Based on this information, how does South Piedmont Community College sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for another! So ask yourself: Is South Piedmont Community College a good school for you?

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Where is South Piedmont Community College Located?

South Piedmont Community College is located in the rural setting of Polkton, North Carolina, less than an hour from Charlotte.

If you would like to see South Piedmont Community College for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Highway 74 to Polkton, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Charlotte-Douglas International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what South Piedmont Community College and Polkton are like without leaving home.

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