Western Piedmont Community College

Western Piedmont Community College Overview

Western Piedmont Community College is a public, state school in a small town setting in Morganton, North Carolina. Western Piedmont Community College was founded in 1964 and the school now enrolls around 2,933 students a year, including 2,933 undergrad students.

Student Involvement at Western Piedmont Community College

Love music or performing? At Western Piedmont Community College you can perform with one of the university's theater groups.

Western Piedmont Community College does not have any greek life opportunties.

Planning to play sports? Western Piedmont Community College has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Western Piedmont Community College on the Student Life page.

2022 Western Piedmont Community College Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	Info Not Available
Early Action Acceptance Rate	Info Not Available
In-State Tuition	$2,432
Out-of-State	$8,576

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Is Western Piedmont Community College a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" can mean different things for different people. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can provide a sense of how competitive a college is.

Let's take a closer look at these areas to get a clearer idea of what Western Piedmont Community College offers and if it might be a good fit for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Western Piedmont Community College

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It gauges 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 Western 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 Western Piedmont Community College directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Western Piedmont Community College

Tuition cost 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 Western 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 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 Western Piedmont Community College.

Based on this information, does Western Piedmont Community College seem like a good fit? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Western Piedmont Community College a good school for you?

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Where is Western Piedmont Community College Located?

Western Piedmont Community College is located in the small town setting of Morganton, North Carolina.

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