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Carteret Community College

Carteret Community College is a small, public institution located in Morehead City, nc. Carteret Community College offers associate degrees or certifications in 42 majors.

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college-type 2 Year, Public
undergraduates 1,151 undergraduates
cost $2,610 undergraduate tuition
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Academics

The degree or certification you pursue is major! Carteret Community College is known for its top major, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Their student-faculty ratio is 10:1.

Graduation Rate
Retention Rate
10 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular programs

Arts, Design, and Humanities
Law and Legal Studies
Business and Management
Other
Computer Science and Information Technology
Engineering and Technology
Social Sciences and Psychology

Popular majors

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies

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Annual tuition & cost

In state

Annual tuition $2,610
Additional expenses
Books & supplies $1,250
Cost of attendance* $3,860
Financial aid package N/A
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Out of state

Annual tuition $8,754
Additional expenses
Books & supplies $1,250
Cost of attendance* $10,004
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Estimated annual cost $10,004 See my potential costs

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Carteret Community College has a total enrollment of 1,151, with gender‑binary students split 33% male and 67% female.

Total enrollment

1,554

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Student type

Full-time

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
75%
African American %
9%
Hispanic American %
8%
Asian %
1%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
4%
Unknown %
3%
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Campus info

map 3505 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557
phone 252-222-6000
address www.carteret.edu/

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Carteret Community College so you have more information to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Carteret Community College?

Carteret Community College is located in Morehead City, nc.

How much does it cost for 2 years at Carteret Community College?  
The estimated cost for 2 years at Carteret Community College including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $7,720 .

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