School Summary

Tri-County Community College


General Information:

Founded in 1964, Tri-County Community College is seated on 40 acres located in Cherokee county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 21:1.
Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 43. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State control

Address, Phone and URL:

21 Campus Circle

Murphy, NC
28906-7919
For more information call: 828 837-6810. This school has a website at https://www.tricountycc.edu/
Application information for this school is available at www.tricountycc.edu


Application Fee: $0
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
No Application Requirements available.


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $2,432.00 $8,576.00
Room and Board $0.00 $0.00
Fees $205.00 $205.00
Total $2,637.00 $8,781.00

Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.tricountycc.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: Academic remediation, Distance learning program, Double major option, Internships, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.

Academic Competitiveness
No Competition - Virtually all applicants accepted regardless of high school rank or test scores.

Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 0% 0%
600-699 0% 0%
500-599 0% 0%
400-499 0% 0%
300-399 0% 0%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 0%
24-29 0%
18-23 0%
12-17 0%
6-11 0%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% N/A
11-25% N/A
26-50% N/A
Under 50% N/A




No intercollegiate male sports found.


No intercollegiate female sports found.


No intramural male sports found.


No intramural female sports found.



No intercollegiate male scholarships found.


No intercollegiate female scholarships found.


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 356
Female 532
Total 888


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 356
Female 532
Total 888

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 1%
African American 2%
Hispanic 5%
Native American 2%
White 86%
Other 4%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 35%
At Least 25 Years Old 65%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State N/A
Out Of State N/A
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus N/A
Live Off Campus N/A



No student events data available.


No school organizations data available.


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 51.0904                                           Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
  • 43.0104                                           Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
  • 11.0103                                           Information Technology
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 12.0401                                           Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
  • 52.0201                                           Business Administration and Management, General
  • 24.0101                                           Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
  • 51.2313                                           Animal-Assisted Therapy
  • 15.0303                                           Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
  • 48.0503                                           Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
  • 46.0302                                           Electrician
  • 48.0508                                           Welding Technology/Welder
  • 47.0201                                           Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician
  • 47.0604                                           Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
  • 47.0615                                           Engine Machinist
  • 51.0705                                           Medical Office Management/Administration
  • 52.0301                                           Accounting
  • 12.0503                                           Culinary Arts/Chef Training
  • 51.3501                                           Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
  • 52.0204                                           Office Management and Supervision
  • 13.1202                                           Elementary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1210                                           Early Childhood Education and Teaching
  • 51.0801                                           Medical/Clinical Assistant
  • 24.0102                                           General Studies
  • 15.0399                                           Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
  • 15.0499                                           Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians, Other
  • 51.1599                                           Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
  • 24.0199                                           Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other

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