Cape Fear Community College North Carolina

Public 2-year community college in Wilmington, North Carolina serving over 14,000 students with low tuition.

College statistics

Address:
411 North Front Street
Wilmington, NC
28401
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.cfcc.edu/
Setting:
City
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Lower Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Cape Fear Community College is a public 2-year institution located in Wilmington, North Carolina, serving the coastal region with transfer and career-focused programming. The college enrolls over 14,000 students and offers general studies and humanities as its primary undergraduate focus, positioning itself as a comprehensive community college for the area.

In-state tuition runs $2,432 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $8,576. These costs reflect the college's role as an affordable entry point to higher education for residents of southeastern North Carolina. The college's substantial endowment of over $208 million provides stability and resources for student support.

Cape Fear Community College works best for students seeking a low-cost pathway to a bachelor's degree through transfer to a 4-year institution, or those pursuing direct career entry in fields aligned with regional demand. The college's Economic Mobility Index designation indicates it serves higher-access populations. For detailed information about program offerings, transfer agreements, and support services, visit www.cfcc.edu/.