2024 Top Colleges for Mechanics in North Carolina

• Wilkesboro, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  122 reviews

Graduate Student: My time at Wilkes Community College was a wonderful experience overall. I was able to learn a lot and got to meet quite a few new people who quickly became some of my closest friends. I started at WCC my junior year in high school so it took a little longer for me to get my degree but I’m so glad I had the advisors and professors that I did because they helped me through the whole thing. Overall I feel that my time at WCC was a good experience and I would highly recommend it to others. Thank you!... Read 122 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $3,411

• SAT range —

• Goldsboro, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.84 out of 5  256 reviews

Sophomore: I’ve been at Wayne community college since about 2008. I went to high school there and I got my associates in liberal arts. Now in 2023, I have went back to get my two degree in early childhood. I can say they offered evening classes in 2008-2012 but not for every class. They have come so far because now they have evening classes for trucking, early childhood, nursing and anything else you need. The staff is helpful in almost every way. If they try something new and they don’t see the results they are looking for, they’ll try something else. Wayne community college has come a long way compared when I started out and that’s why I was going back.... Read 256 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,795

• SAT range —

• New Bern, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.97 out of 5  190 reviews

Freshman: Craven Community is overall an amazing school. Super friendly staff and everyone is very helpful. The school is very affordable and well organized. All the staff is very quick to help you. I like how the Newbern campus shows somewhat of a university campus so that way students could get a feel of how things are going to be if they decided to continue their education at a university. As of right now, I can't think of anything I would want them to change.... Read 190 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $9,409

• SAT range —

• Sanford, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.96 out of 5  324 reviews

Sophomore: This community school provides a variety of programs in health care. The school provides assistances for financial services, tutoring, and awesome staff members that are very understanding and helpful. If I could recommend any student who is interested and a short career or a two year transfer this community college is what I would recommend. All of the following is what I like about the school. They provide what is convenient for the students there.... Read 324 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,321

• SAT range —

• Pinehurst, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  242 reviews

Sophomore: Sandhills Community College is a great way to take college-level classes at an affordable price. They offer a multitude of different classes and degrees. It is a great place for people who are just beginning their college education or for people who are coming back to finish their college education. All of the staff and counselors are helpful at every step of the way. They make it clear and adamant that you can use any resources available at the college. The student body is very welcoming and everyone is friendly, whether you're a new student or a returning student. Overall, it is a great place for anyone to pursue their college education!... Read 242 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $13,418

• SAT range —

• Smithfield, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  239 reviews

Freshman: My experience at Johnston Community College has been great so far. The Professors are friendly to everyone and understand if you're having a hard time learning the material. Some of the Professors offer one on one tutoring for students to help understand the material, so they won't fall behind. They will do everything in their ability to help you succeed in class.... Read 239 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,430

• SAT range —

• Hudson, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  232 reviews

Sophomore: I love Caldwell! I have taken many classes with various professors and have never been through a bad experience. The location has many restaurants right beside it, as well as tons of options in the nearby towns of Hickory, Lenoir, and Granite Falls. Advisors are very welcoming and truly want what's best for you. My advice is an old saying, "the squeaky wheel gets the grease". As long as you vouch for your needs and wants, they will do their best to beet them as much as possible!... Read 232 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,087

• SAT range —

• Thomasville, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.01 out of 5  296 reviews

Senior: I think that DDCC is pretty great. For a community college I could think of nowhere else I'd prefer to go. You get a student life experience that rivals many 4-year universities and they give you a lot of resources to succeed. Plus, we get free tutoring! Even though they don't have dorms on campus (or at least not yet) I still feel like DDCC is my home away from home. There's always something to do or someone to talk to as well as many quieter spaces to study. The Storm Cellar's food is really good, especially the tenders. I wish there were more athletic programs but they are slowly expanding and I personally think that we're pretty competitive for a school our size. I always feel safe and supported here, so if you're looking for a community college I would go here!... Read 296 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,504

• SAT range —

• Asheboro, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  187 reviews

Freshman: I liked having the option of doing my prerequisite classes online while in high school. Signing up for my prerequisite courses will help me have a less stressful college semester when I start in the Fall. I recommend getting ahead of the game to avoid as much stress and the possibility of having a semester off. I have taken eight prerequisite classes and all of the professors I have had were understanding, passionate, courteous, inspiring, and motivating. The only thing I would like to change, based on my experience, is how the different departments communicate with one another.... Read 187 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,279

• SAT range —

• Kinston, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.62 out of 5  135 reviews

Sophomore: Overall, I had a fantastic experience at Lenoir Community College. I am currently still enrolled, enjoying most of my classes. They have an excellent Agriculture program, with knowledgeable and helpful professors. However, I haven't had such a positive experience with some of the courses. In one of my classes, the notes we take don't help me on the tests because the content is on a much higher level. It can be confusing and frustrating for some, but I have no problems with the instructor. Other than that, I've enjoyed my time at LCC!... Read 135 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,729

• SAT range —

• Clyde, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.4 out of 5  129 reviews

Sophomore: I really enjoyed how hands-on the Haywood Wildlife Management program is. We got to experience a variety of field opportunities provided by the Natural Resources agencies we volunteered with. We saw many possible job fields and met many potential employers. We furthered our skills as fishermen, hunters, trappers and overall outdoorspeople while thriving in an academic setting. Instead of being seen as students, we were seen as wildlife professionals. I did not like how seemingly isolated our program was from the others on campus. The school focused on the Nursing program while Wildlife was the prevailing of the two. The Nursing program at HCC received more advertising. The security guards were more of a joke than a protecting force. They drove around all day and rarely did anything but yell at students for driving through a gravel lot to get to our practice shed for timbersports.... Read 129 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,869

• SAT range —

• Salisbury, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.82 out of 5  259 reviews

Niche User: I love Rowan-Cabarrus! I'm an early college student who takes classes there. I am on track to receive my Associate's in Art in 2022. All the professors I've had, have been amazing and the resources available are great! I especially love the tutoring center and library that they have available to students. Also, all the professors are very supportive and caring. I recently went through a breakup and my Chemistry professor was incredibly understanding. She talked to me in class and later checked up on me through email. I've never felt more seen or understood by a professor before!... Read 259 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,356

• SAT range —

• Troy, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.68 out of 5  304 reviews

Senior: Montgomery Community College offers great opportunities for every student. The teachers at Montgomery Community College leave no student behind when it comes to each student. The support at this community college is tremendously wonderful and you will never find yourself feeling lost or confused. People are always willing to help when you have a problem or a question. The one thing that makes Montgomery Community College great is the close environment which makes learning more enjoyable.... Read 304 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $7,297

• SAT range —

• Wilmington, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.95 out of 5  519 reviews

Junior: I have had a semi-positive learning experience at Cape Fear Community College. Of course with every school there are good and bad professors, and the same applied to CFCC. This semester especially, I had an extremely positive experience with my Anatomy and Physiology professor, and became more excited to learn every time I stepped foot into his classroom. His course was interesting, structured, organized, difficult, but I learned so much that I will be taking with me throughout my career. I would personally like to see more professors like him at Cape Fear because he genuinely cares about his students. I was having an issue with one of my other professors, and he sat on the phone with me for almost an hour giving me the best advice, on a Friday!... Read 519 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $8,266

• SAT range —

• Flat Rock, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  128 reviews

Freshman: I decided to choose Blue Ridge Community College, specifically as a pre-transfer school so that I may transfer into a four year after obtaining my associate's degree. As a high school senior, I greatly appreciated the ability to take online college courses while working full time, attending high school, and in the pursuit of my degree. Nearly all of my professors were incredibly passionate, diligent, and were genuinely dedicated to both teaching and helping their students succeed in their professional future. Also during my time there, due to an anonymous and generous sponsor that allowed for all of the students to attend tuition free for nearly two years! I have been very impressed with Blue Ridge Community College in Flat Rock North Carolina, and will continue finishing out my associate's degree after high school.... Read 128 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $8,783

• SAT range —

• Weldon, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.54 out of 5  99 reviews

Freshman: I started attending Halifax Community College in the Fall of 2022. I have had a wonderful experience so far. The guidance from my advisor has been excellent, and so have the instructors of the classes I have taken. Our rural community college does not get nearly enough of the credit they deserve, and I want to give them some of that here!... Read 99 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $3,686

• SAT range —

• Hickory, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.12 out of 5  221 reviews

Freshman: Catawba Valley Community College has a variety of different majors you could choose from and has an easy transfer if you want to continue your education! I really enjoy experiencing the college experience that many have told me about. Even if the college isn't a university, the professors there are kind and caring as well as strict when it comes to school work. The college provides a library, a student "break room", a study hall, student services, and many more. What I would like to see change would be the success of Catawba Valley Community College; hoping it would become a university for others very soon.... Read 221 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $8,286

• SAT range —

• Morehead City, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.74 out of 5  114 reviews

Freshman: Very nice people. Enjoyed the staff and the assistance was helpful with academic success. However, some professors are questionable with their methods and grading strategies.... Read 114 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $17,083

• SAT range —

• Williamston, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.54 out of 5  13 reviews

Senior: I love Martin Community College and the staff that work there. It is an amazing community college with ridiculously small class sizes, which is awesome because it allows for more interaction between students and teachers. In addition, the campus cafe serves amazing food each and every day at reasonable prices!... Read 13 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,750

• SAT range —

• Washington, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  54 reviews

Niche User: Beaufort County Community College means it when they say that you belong there! They have countless opportunities and endless means of support. They have programs such as Trio to help first-generation college students and even open closets where anyone is open to take what they need. The staff offers lots of support.... Read 54 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,704

• SAT range —

• Dobson, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.73 out of 5  150 reviews

Freshman: Surry Community College has gone above and beyond to help me do my absolute best in college. I have taken college classes since I was a sophomore in high school, and my father was terminally ill. When he passed away my junior year, all of my professors were extremely kind and understanding, and helped me adjust to the schoolwork when I was ready. Since then, I have not had a single bad encounter with a professor or anyone at SCC. I highly recommend the school.... Read 150 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $8,632

• SAT range —

• Dallas, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.84 out of 5  366 reviews

Senior: Gaston College exceeded my expectations in every aspect. The faculty and staff are dedicated, knowledgeable, and always available to help. The campus facilities are modern and well-maintained. The college offers diverse programs that prepare students for the workforce. The sense of community is strong, and students are supportive. I highly recommend Gaston College for its commitment to excellence and transformative educational experience.... Read 366 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $9,094

• SAT range —

• Murphy, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.08 out of 5  112 reviews

Senior: I've never had a bad experience with a professor and they all seem passionate about what they're teaching. I'd say TCCC is pretty average though. There aren't many students or things to do around the college, which is expected from a small town like Murphy.... Read 112 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,582

• SAT range —

• Greensboro, NC•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.73 out of 5  3,072 reviews

Junior: I am currently a prospective transfer student that has had the best transfer admissions and enrollment experience with North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. I have not taken any classes yet but, was able to experience what a Business course would look and feel like at the New Student Orientation I had participated in. I loved how welcoming and helpful everyone was including the adminstration and what would be my future peers as well. I do believe I chose the correct University to transfer to this fall as I have only had a positive experience with North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University thus far. I truly am overly excited to continue my education in a state I have never lived in and am ready to began pursuing a more fulfilling and plentiful life!... Read 3,072 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 57%

• Net price $9,145

• SAT range 990-1170

• Raleigh, NC•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.9 out of 5  1,004 reviews

Freshman: When I applied for Wake Tech, the team there was super flexible and willing to help me out on my educational prowess and my goals after graduation. Wake Tech offers students like myself excessive freedom and resources that I can use for whatever I may need, and their campuses are great for whatever is needed! The campuses have whatever you may need for your time there, computer labs, food trucks, libraries, learning centers, tutoring options, bus transportation, access to almost anything you may need while your time at Wake Tech!... Read 1,004 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $4,980

• SAT range —