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Isothermal Community College

Spindale, NC·Public·1,056 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

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. a public school with 1,056 students.

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1,056
Students
$6,723
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$26,600
Earnings
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About This School

Isothermal Community College is a public institution located in Spindale, North Carolina with approximately 1,056 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $6,723 per year. Typical graduates earn $26,600 within 10 years of enrollment.

Isothermal Community College (ICC) is a public community college in Spindale, North Carolina. Named after its location in the thermal belt, an area in the foothills of Western North Carolina with significantly milder temperatures than its immediate neighboring areas, it is part of the North Carolina Community College System.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $6,723/year after aid, this is one of the more affordable paths to a credential in Western NC, making it a smart starting point for students watching their budget. However, the median earnings of $26,600 a decade after enrollment are notably low, so this makes the most sense as a stepping stone — either to a four-year transfer or a specific local trade — rather than a final destination for anyone expecting strong long-term earning potential.

Founded
1964
Setting
Distant town

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing17%
Health Professions13%
Education4%
Computer Science2%
Visual & Performing Arts1%
Engineering0%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$2,030
Out-of-State Tuition
$6,638
Avg Net Price
$6,723
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants34%
Median debt at graduationN/A

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$26,600
after enrollment
Median Debt
N/A
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
N/A
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$24,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$26,600
after enrollment

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White72%
Black11%
Hispanic/Latino9%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,056 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Isothermal Community College

286 ICC Loop Road

Spindale, NC 28160-0804

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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