Blue Ridge Community College

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Also known as:

Flat Rock, NC
(828) 694-1700
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What Are the Key Stats for Blue Ridge Community College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$2,660

Total Enrollment

2,723

Graduation Rate

49.7%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

782

Last reported year

How Blue Ridge Community College Compares

Mid-sized trade colleges typically enroll 1,000 to 5,000 students, and Blue Ridge Community College's 2,723 fits that pattern. Graduation at 50% and a $9,340 average net price tell a typical-trade-college story; outliers in either direction are worth noting when you see them.

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Blue Ridge Community College

158 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 24.0101
54 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 48.0508
49 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 52.0201
43 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 52.0304
40 graduates Class of 2024 CIP 51.3801

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Enrollment

Blue Ridge Community College enrolls 2,723 students. The student body is 60.3% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 73% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Blue Ridge Community College maintains a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing exceptional opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a strong 73% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. The college accommodates diverse student needs with flexible enrollment options for part-time and working students.

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Faculty & Staff

Blue Ridge Community College employs 78 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides excellent opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 100% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Blue Ridge Community College offers programs in 15 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Welding Technology/Welder, and Business Administration and Management, General. In 2024, the college awarded 782 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Blue Ridge Community College is $2,660 for in-state students and $8,804 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $9,340. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Blue Ridge Community College achieves a 52.9% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 58.8% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
180 West Campus Drive
Flat Rock, NC, 28731-4728
Administrator
Laura Leatherwood
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $2,660
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $8,804
Average Net Price $9,340

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00968400
EIN: 560941830
IPEDS ID: 198039
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