Cleveland Community College
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. generous financial aid cuts net price well below sticker.
About This School
Cleveland Community College is a public institution located in Shelby, North Carolina with approximately 1,236 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $414 per year. Typical graduates earn $26,900 within 10 years of enrollment.
Cleveland Community College is a public community college located in Shelby, Cleveland County, North Carolina. It was established in 1965 as the Cleveland County Industrial and Adult Education Center with its first classes consisting of a Licensed Practical Nurse program, two extension classes, and adult basic education classes for adults who had not completed high school.
The numbers tell a compelling story on cost — at just $414/year net price after aid, this is one of the most affordable ways to start a college education anywhere. That said, median earnings of $26,900 a decade out are modest, so this makes the most sense as a stepping stone to a four-year school or a targeted trade/technical program rather than a terminal degree. Worth considering if you're budget-conscious and have a clear transfer or career pathway in mind.
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