1531 Trinity Church Road
Concord, NC 28027

The instruction you will get at Rowan-Cabarrus community college is fully accredited. Each program at this North Carolina Community College meets specific requirements set by employers in Rowan, Cabarrus and surrounding counties. Representatives of local business and industry make up advisory committees at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. Because of this strong tie to the real world of work, each of these programs offers students the opportunity for a well-rounded, interesting and practical education.

At Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, continuing education programs support the philosophy that learning is a lifelong activity. This division offers classes and short courses for professional development and community service courses of general interest at convenient times and locations.

When you enroll in a particular program at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, you will follow a schedule of "credit courses" which, when successfully completed, will enable you to receive a degree, diploma or certificate. If you have an immediate need or interest in a particular course or group of courses, you may enroll without committing yourself to a particular program. Those credits that you earn can then apply toward a degree, diploma or certificate when you are ready to complete a program.

Quick Facts:

In 2005, the US Department of Labor recognized Rowan-Cabarrus Community College as the most outstanding workforce development provider in the country.

This year, Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is one of only seven, out of 58 North Carolina community colleges, to meet all twelve performance measures and receive a perfect score in the North Carolina Community College System's 2006 Critical Success Factors Report.

In general, anyone 18 years or older, or having a high school diploma or GED, who wants to continue their education may attend Rowan-Cabarrus Community College classes on a full or part-time basis.

The Arts and Sciences degree program is designed for students who intend to transfer to a four-year college or university from this North Carolina community college. By enrolling in this program, students may complete course work equivalent to the first two years of study required for a bachelor's degree.

This school profile has been compiled and updated by The CollegeBound Network. The school is not affiliated with The CollegeBound Network and shall not be considered a sponsor of this program.