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Rockingham Community College

Wentworth, NC·Public·1,071 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 1,071 students.

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1,071
Students
$2,380
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$29,500
Earnings
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About This School

Rockingham Community College is a public institution located in Wentworth, North Carolina with approximately 1,071 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $2,380 per year. Typical graduates earn $29,500 within 10 years of enrollment.

Rockingham Community College is a public community college located in Wentworth, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the North Carolina Community College System.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $2,380/year after aid, this is one of the most affordable college options you'll find anywhere, making it a genuinely low-risk choice for students who want to minimize debt while exploring career paths or transferring to a four-year school. However, the median earnings of $29,500 ten years out are modest, so if you're looking for a program with a strong wage premium, you'll want to research specific credentials carefully rather than assuming a degree alone will significantly boost your income. Best suited for local students seeking an affordable starting point, career training, or a cost-conscious transfer pathway.

Founded
1966
Setting
Fringe rural

Popular Programs

Health Professions31%
Business & Marketing6%
Computer Science2%
Education1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$1,966
Out-of-State Tuition
$6,574
Avg Net Price
$2,380
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants44%
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)
$29,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
N/A
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
N/A
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$23,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$29,500
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

White64%
Black17%
Hispanic/Latino9%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,071 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Rockingham Community College

215 Wrenn Memorial Road

Wentworth, NC 27375

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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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