Guilford Technical Community College

Overview

Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC), located in Jamestown, North Carolina, is a public community college offering a broad range of associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates across various fields of study. Founded in 1958, GTCC serves the Greater Greensboro area and maintains a sizeable suburban campus that reflects modern architecture, with facilities designed to support its technical and vocational programs. The college enrolls a diverse student body and maintains an open admissions policy, targeting a range of student needs from academic transfer courses to workforce development. Noted for its aviation, nursing, and automotive systems technology programs, GTCC aligns its curriculum with industry demands to ensure relevance and employability. While the college does not offer on-campus housing, it provides resources to assist students in finding local accommodations. GTCC's commitment to accessible education is evident in its non-selective approach, ensuring that all applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent have the opportunity to pursue higher education. The college does not have a notable intercollegiate athletic program, focusing primarily on academic and technical training.

Guilford Technical Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  3,546 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 6,521 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $2,128 plus fees of $191.