Edgecombe Community College

Overview

Edgecombe Community College, established in 1967, is a public, two-year institution located in Tarboro, North Carolina, a town with a rich historical backdrop approximately 72 miles east of the state capital, Raleigh. Nestled in a serene, rural setting, the college offers a range of degree and certificate programs with particular strengths in health sciences and industrial technologies. Although a predominantly commuter college, it facilitates a conducive learning environment through its small class sizes and easy access to faculty. Edgecombe Community College is characterized by an open admissions policy, welcoming a diverse student body seeking educational advancement or workforce ready skills. It does not offer on-campus housing. Emphasizing hands-on learning and practical training, the college serves as a pivotal educational resource in the Edgecombe County area, contributing to the local workforce and community development.

Edgecombe Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  219 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,094 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $2,432 plus fees of $208.

Edgecombe Community College is designated as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and receives federal grants supporting the school's efforts to serve low and middle-income Black Americans.