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Sampson Community College

Clinton, NC·Public·941 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. 50% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

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941
Students
$3,826
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$27,900
Earnings
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Debt

About This School

Sampson Community College is a public institution located in Clinton, North Carolina with approximately 941 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $3,826 per year. Typical graduates earn $27,900 within 10 years of enrollment.

Sampson Community College is a public community college in Clinton, North Carolina. It is part of the North Carolina Community College System.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $3,826 per year after aid, this is one of the most affordable college options you'll find, making it a genuinely low-risk way to earn credits or a credential without taking on serious debt. However, the median earnings of $27,900 a decade after enrollment are modest, so it's worth thinking carefully about which specific program you'd pursue and whether local job market opportunities align with your goals. Worth considering if you need an affordable starting point, plan to transfer to a four-year school, or are pursuing a career-focused program with clear regional demand — but do your homework on outcomes for your specific field.

Founded
1967
Setting
Distant town

Popular Programs

Health Professions22%
Business & Marketing13%
Education6%
Computer Science5%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$2,830
Out-of-State Tuition
$9,742
Avg Net Price
$3,826
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants50%
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)
$27,900
after enrollment
Median Debt
N/A
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
N/A
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$23,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$27,900
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

White37%
Black26%
Hispanic/Latino28%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (941 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Sampson Community College

Highway 24 West

Clinton, NC 28328-0318

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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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