500 West Broad Street
Statesville, NC 28677

Mitchell community college prides itself on being a learning-centered, comprehensive Community College that prepares its students to live and work in a global society. While Mitchell Community College plays a vital role in the enhancement of students' lives, it also has a significant impact on Iredell County. From providing educational and cultural experiences to improving the local economy and output of industries, Mitchell Community College enriches the lives of countless people on a daily basis.

Students start their education at Mitchell Community College for a variety of reasons and continue their studies for even more. Convenient location, low cost, selection of courses and programs, and small class sizes are just a few of the major reasons why students choose MCC. Once students begin their programs of study at Mitchell community college, they report an overwhelming satisfaction with the services and support they receive from MCC. Approximately 90 percent of Mitchell Community College students indicate that advisors are readily available and helpful with their educational pursuits; students also report that advisors treat them in a courteous and professional manner, making for a very effective advising program overall.

Mitchell Community College remains committed to and concerned with the economic growth and prosperity of its students and the community alike. Various programs at MCC encourage new businesses and assist existing businesses; MCC also enhances employee skills and provides customized training for local industries and organizations. Students who receive education and training at Mitchell Community College directly impact the community. Over 70 percent of MCC graduates stay in the area initially and contribute to the local economy. Additionally, these highly-skilled MCC graduates improve the output of businesses and industries. While the area benefits from the Mitchell Community College graduates, the graduates benefit from MCC as well. Graduates enjoy an approximate 20 percent rate of return on their educational investment and recoup all educational costs in less than seven years. It's easy to see how Mitchell Community College makes life better for everyone involved.

Quick Facts:

Nearly 70% of students at Mitchell Community College are female.

Mitchell Community College enrolls more than 12,000 total students annually.

Mitchell Community College has had a 30% increase in enrollment over the last 3 years.

Over 85% of Mitchell Community College students are residents of Iredell County.

Approximately 40% of students who transfer from Mitchell Community College transfer into public, four-year universities.

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