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McDowell Technical Community College
McDowell Technical Community College
MARION, NC . 2 Year 3.7
#1345 in Best Colleges in America
54 COLLEGE DR MARION, NC 28752

Overview

McDowell Technical Community College is a public, two-year institution located in Marion, North Carolina. Established in 1964, it offers a variety of associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates across diverse fields. The college is committed to providing accessible, affordable, and high-quality education. It serves a diverse student population and aligns its curriculum with local and regional industry needs, promoting workforce readiness. McDowell Technical Community College fosters a supportive learning environment and provides comprehensive academic resources and career services to facilitate student success. The college also encourages community engagement and lifelong learning.

Rankings

  • 460

    #460 in Best Community Colleges in America

  • 3

    #3 5 in Best Community Colleges in North Carolina

  • Best Community Colleges in America 460 of 922

Academics

  • C+Professors
  • A Value
  • D+Diversity
  • ASafety
  • C+Student Life
  • CLocation

Majors

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    73 Graduates
  • Licensed Practical Nurse Training (LPN)
    35 Graduates
  • Nursing
    24 Graduates
  • Office Management
    10 Graduates
  • Welding
    10 Graduates
  • Esthetician and Skin Care
    8 Graduates
  • Homeland Security and Disaster Management
    8 Graduates
  • Early Childhood Education
    7 Graduates
  • Police and Criminal Science
    7 Graduates
  • Accounting
    6 Graduates

Admissions

  • Application Deadline
  • 100%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    0
  • Online Associates Programs
    0
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    0

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $5,081
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    83%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    55%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    82%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    269 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    866
  • Undergrads Over 25
    27%
  • Pell Grant
    71%
  • Varsity Athletes

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    7:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
  • Athletic Conference
    No data available  
  • Athletic Division
    No data available  

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