College of the Albemarle
Elizabeth City, NC · Public · Associate degree-granting
College of the Albemarle, based in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, is a public institution, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges. With 2,001 students, it is a small institution. Graduates earn a median of $33,234 ten years after enrollment, compared to a national median of $40,747. Regarding student success, the graduation rate is 37.1%. The average net price after financial aid is $2,253 per year. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts & Sciences, Machinist, Business Administration & Management, Heating & Air Conditioning, and Registered Nursing.
Key Outcomes
Median Earnings (10yr)
$33,234
Graduation Rate
37.1%
Median Debt
Not reported
Average Net Price
$2,253
Earnings-to-Cost Ratio
7.38x
Admissions & Enrollment
Total Enrollment
2,001
Admission Rate
Not reported
Average SAT
Not reported
Retention Rate
71.6%
Cost
In-State Tuition
$2,242
Out-of-State Tuition
$7,652
Pell Grant Rate
17.3%
Federal Loan Rate
0.0%
Net Cost by Family Income
Income $0–$30K
$398
Income $30K–$48K
$2,466
Income $48K–$75K
$3,869
Student Demographics
Women
65.4%
White
59.2%
Black
13.0%
Hispanic
6.0%
Asian
0.8%
Two or More Races
4.7%
Student Loan Performance
Repayment Rate (3yr)
24.1%
Accreditations
- Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. — Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs (Accredited)
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges — Institutional Accreditation (Accredited)
Programs (33)
Associate (15)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts & Sciences | $38,310 | 242 |
| Registered Nursing | $79,878 | 26 |
| Business Administration & Management | Not reported | 24 |
| Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | Not reported | 9 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | Not reported | 8 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic & Treatment | Not reported | 8 |
| Computer & Information Sciences | Not reported | 7 |
| Health Services Administration | Not reported | 7 |
| Health Services Administration & Management | Not reported | 7 |
| Sports & Fitness | Not reported | 6 |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Not reported | 5 |
| Clinical Laboratory Science | Not reported | 5 |
| Agricultural Business | Not reported | 4 |
| Mental Health Services | Not reported | 4 |
| Teacher Education | Not reported | 3 |
Undergraduate Certificate (14)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Machinist | Not reported | 86 |
| Business Administration & Management | Not reported | 34 |
| Heating & Air Conditioning | Not reported | 33 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | Not reported | 24 |
| Teacher Education | Not reported | 16 |
| Foods, Nutrition & Wellness | Not reported | 14 |
| Practical Nursing | Not reported | 14 |
| Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | Not reported | 13 |
| Computer & Information Sciences | Not reported | 12 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Not reported | 10 |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Not reported | 8 |
| Health Services Administration | Not reported | 6 |
| Allied Health & Medical Assisting | Not reported | 6 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Not reported | 4 |
Show 4 additional programs with limited data
| Program | Level | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Human Development & Family Studies | Undergraduate Certificate | 2 |
| Sports & Fitness | Undergraduate Certificate | 1 |
| Fine Arts | Undergraduate Certificate | 1 |
| Allied Health & Medical Assisting | Associate | 1 |
Rankings Featuring This Institution
- Highest Earning Associate's Nursing & Health Programs in North Carolina
- Highest Earning Associate's Liberal Arts Programs in North Carolina
- Most Affordable Colleges
- Best ROI 2-Year Colleges
- Most Affordable Colleges in North Carolina
- Best ROI Colleges in North Carolina
- Best ROI 2-Year Colleges in North Carolina
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