Central Piedmont Community College North Carolina

Large public community college in Charlotte enrolling 18,446 students with low tuition and broad academic pathways.

College statistics

Address:
1201 Elizabeth Avenue
Charlotte, NC
28204
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.cpcc.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

Central Piedmont Community College is a public two-year institution in Charlotte, North Carolina, serving a large student body with open-access admissions and a focus on general studies and liberal arts. The college draws students from the region seeking affordable pathways to credential completion and transfer.

Annual in-state tuition is $2,432 and out-of-state tuition is $8,576, with a total cost of attendance matching tuition figures for in-state and out-of-state students respectively. The college enrolls 18,446 students across its programs, making it one of the larger community colleges in the state.

Central Piedmont functions as both a destination for workforce and transfer preparation. Students use the college to earn associate degrees, complete general education requirements before transferring to four-year universities, or develop skills for immediate employment. The institution serves working adults, traditional students, and those balancing education with other commitments. For details on program offerings, support services, and transfer agreements, visit www.cpcc.edu/.