Stanly Community College North Carolina

Public two-year college in North Carolina serving about 2,500 students with low tuition and general liberal arts focus.

College statistics

Address:
141 College Drive
Albemarle, NC
28001
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.stanly.edu/
Setting:
Town
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Lower Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Stanly Community College is a public two-year institution in Albemarle, North Carolina, offering transfer pathways and career programs to students in the region. The college serves a small enrollment of 2,527 students and draws from both in-state and out-of-state populations seeking affordable entry to higher education.

Annual in-state tuition is $2,432, while out-of-state students pay $8,576—making the college one of the lowest-cost options in the state for general education coursework. Enrollment remains modest, supporting a small-college environment where students can access foundational coursework in liberal arts and sciences before transferring to four-year institutions.

Stanly Community College functions primarily as a transfer pathway institution and is best suited for students beginning their college studies affordably, exploring majors before committing to a university, or seeking workforce-focused credentials. Prospective students should confirm program availability, articulation agreements with intended four-year transfer schools, and support services that aid degree completion. More information is available at www.stanly.edu/.