Cape Fear Community College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Also known as: CFCC

Wilmington, NC
(910) 362-7000
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✓ GI Bill approved · 809 GI Bill students

What Are the Key Stats for Cape Fear Community College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$2,748

Total Enrollment

14,082

Graduation Rate

34.5%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

2,957

Last reported year

How Cape Fear Community College Compares

14,082 students puts Cape Fear Community College among the larger trade and vocational schools — most peer institutions enroll under 1,000. Together, tuition of $2,748, a 34% graduation rate and $9,900 average net price after aid give a baseline read on cost and outcomes — useful when stacking Cape Fear Community College against competitors of similar scale. Retention runs at 67%, a useful indicator of how well the school keeps students engaged year over year.

Where is Cape Fear Community College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Cape Fear Community College

1096 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 24.0101
183 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 51.3801
121 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 24.0199
112 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 12.0409
79 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 43.0107

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Cape Fear Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

In the General Education Development (GED) diploma program at Cape Fear Community College, 31% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 84% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,100 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
General Education Development (GED) diploma84%31%32%$5,100
Business Administration9%70%72%$9,595
Healthcare Business Informatics6%45%49%$5,042
Information Technology22%64%68%$10,527
POWER LINE TECHNICIAN (Electrical Lineworker)91%37%40%$10,737

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Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Explore Cape Fear Community College

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Enrollment

Cape Fear Community College enrolls 14,082 students. The student body is 52.6% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 67% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Cape Fear Community College maintains a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing exceptional opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a good 67% 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

Cape Fear Community College employs 259 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

Cape Fear Community College offers programs in 17 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other. In 2025, the college awarded 2,957 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Cape Fear Community College is $2,748 for in-state students and $8,892 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $9,900. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Cape Fear Community College achieves a 33.9% 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 33.2% 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
411 North Front Street
Wilmington, NC, 28401-3910
Administrator
Mr. Jim Morton
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $2,748
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $8,892
Average Net Price $9,900

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00532000
EIN: 560792881
IPEDS ID: 198154
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