Wilkes Community College
Wilkesboro, NC1328 South Collegiate Dr, Wilkesboro, NC 28697
336-838-6100
Wilkes Community College is a public, two-year institution of higher education located in Wilkesboro, North Carolina. The college is a member of the North Carolina Community College System. Established in 1965, the college serves the citizens of Wilkes and Ashe counties. The college's service area also includes Alleghany, Surry, and Yadkin counties. The college offers a variety of programs and services to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
The college's academic programs are organized into four divisions: Business and Industry, Health Sciences, Liberal Arts, and Public Service. The college also offers a variety of non-credit programs and services.
The Business and Industry Division offers programs and courses in accounting, business administration, computer information systems, economics, entrepreneurship, finance, human resources management, management, marketing, and office administration. The Health Sciences Division offers programs and courses in dental hygiene, emergency medical services, nursing, and radiography. The Liberal Arts Division offers programs and courses in English, humanities, mathematics, social sciences, and Spanish. The Public Service Division offers programs and courses in criminal justice, fire science, and law enforcement.
The college also offers a variety of non-credit programs and services, including adult basic education, continuing education, and workforce development.
Wilkes Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees. The college is committed to providing quality educational opportunities that meet the needs of the community and contribute to the economic development of the region.
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 2435
Type: Public, 2-year
Main Website: https://www.wilkescc.edu/
Financial Aid: https://www.wilkescc.edu/financial-aid/