Johnston Community College
Johnston Community College (JCC) is located in Smithfield, North Carolina and is a member of the North Carolina Community College System. JCC was established back in 1969 and it now serves approximately 6000 students. The school boasts a 175-acre main campus with 11 different buildings. It even has an auditorium that is capable of seating over 1000 people. It offers students various associate’s degree, certificate, and diploma opportunities. The school has been fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. JCC even has the distinction of being the home of the North Carolina Truck Driver Training School. This is the oldest truck driving school in the entire United States and is one of the most popular options at JCC.
Another popular option at JCC is the nursing program. This nursing program allows students to pursue associate’s degrees in nursing. There are even advanced placement options for LPNs who are able to qualify. Students will be able to enjoy special RN-to-BSN transfer options. Those who wish to transfer so that they can pursue bachelor’s degree in nursing will be able to do so seamlessly when they attend this school. JCC students who graduate go on to succeed at a very high rate when taking the NCLEX-RN licensure exam. RegisteredNursing.org has even ranked this school number four for best RN programs in North Carolina. The JCC nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleFringe Rural |
| Number of Students4,152 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio10:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level2-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus Housing- |
| Retention Rate62% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate's degree | 1 | 40 |
| Certificate | 1 | 0 |
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Nursing schools located within 47 miles radius of Johnston Community College
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Wayne Community College
23 miles away |
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Wake Technical Community College
23 miles away |
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Wilson Community College
29 miles away |
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Sampson Community College
35 miles away |
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Nash Community College
41 miles away |
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James Sprunt Community College
43 miles away |
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Fayetteville Technical Community College
45 miles away |
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Durham Technical Community College
45 miles away |
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Central Carolina Community College
46 miles away |
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Lenoir Community College
47 miles away |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges 01/01/1977 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateCost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $76/credit | |
| In State Students | $76/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $268/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | - | |
| In State Students | - | |
| Out of State Students | - | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $3,420 | $3,420 | $12,060 |
| ADN | 70 | $5,320 | $5,320 | $18,760 |
| BSN | 125 | $9,500 | $9,500 | $33,500 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 60% of Johnston Community College's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 51% | $4,951 |
| Other Federal Grant | 3% | $540 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 16% | $1,835 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 8% | $779 |
| Federal Student Loans | -- | -- |
| Private Loans | 1% | $3,862 |
$7,332
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$6,883 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$7,043 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$7,942 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$7,068 |
| Over $110,000-- |
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Student Population
4,152
Undergrads
0
Graduates
2,667
Women
1,485
Men
37%
Full-time
63%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
62% |
|
Hispanic |
14% |
|
Black/African American |
13% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
7% |
|
Two or more races |
2% |
|
Non-resident alien |
1% |
|
Asian |
1% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
Relevant scholarships
- North Carolina Masters Nurse Scholars Program, Graduate Program
- North Carolina Nurse Education Scholarship-Loan Program
- Virginia Elizabeth and Alma Vane Taylor Nursing Scholarship
- Ann Mabe Newman and William G. Newman Nursing Scholarship
- Carol Ann Beerstecher Nursing Scholarship
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and North Carolina state board of nursing.
