- The mission of Wilson Technical Community College, a public post secondary educational institution, is to provide high-quality educational programs and support services, in an expanding, multi-cultural global community.
School Highlights
Wilson Community College serves 1,832 students (17% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 50%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 1,832 students
- In-state tuition: $2,393
- Out-state tuition: $8,537
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
- Minority enrollment: 60%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Wilson Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 98 teachers has declined by 48% over five years.
Wilson Community College
(NC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
3-Apr-58
Colors
Green, Grey, Purple
Total Faculty
98 staff
129 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Wilson Community College has declined by 32% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Wilson Community College diversity score of 0.70 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,832 students
2,143 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
# Full-Time Students
319 students
650 students
# Part-Time Students
1,513 students
1,493 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
979 students
295 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
319 students
650 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,513 students
1,517 students
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
16%
14%
% Black
33%
22%
% White
40%
50%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Unknown races
6%
6%
Diversity Score
0.70
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
23%
37%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,000
$27,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,393 is less than the state average of $3,915. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,537 is less than the state average of $9,508. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,393
$3,915
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,537
$9,508
Tuition Notes
$5.90 per copy for printed or mailed official transcripts.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
72%
79%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,739
$11,865
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,018
$5,846
Acceptance Rate
100%
75%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- The college offers degree program, diploma program that provides curricula for theory and skill competence and human relations skills; college transfer degree program that provides a curriculum of liberal arts studies designed to transfer to four-year institutions; general education degree program that provides general interest and liberal arts studies; basic skills program that provides adult basic education, high school completion, and English as a second language training; community service program that provides life enrichment and cultural development opportunities; and occupational extension program that provides skill training and retraining. The College Transfer Program offers courses in the arts and sciences leading to the Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.) or the Associate in Science Degree (A.S.) These courses parallel those required during the first two years of study at four-year colleges and universities. Wilson Technical Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) to award the Associate Degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Wilson Community College cost?
Wilson Community College's tuition is approximately $2,393 for In-State students and $8,537 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Wilson Community College?
The acceptance rate of Wilson Community College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 75%.
What is Wilson Community College's ranking?
Wilson Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Carolina for: Diversity in US community colleges.
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