CFCC Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $2,748
- Out-of-State Tuition: $8,892
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at CFCC:
- Total Enrollment: 14,082, including 4,436 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 47.4% men, 52.6% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 34%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 2%. Few students transfer out, suggesting most students remain through graduation.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 67%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 130 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 3 programs available fully online.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
CFCC Overview
Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Wilmington, NC. It is classified as small Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The CFCC's tuition & fees is $2,748 for North Carolina residents and $8,892 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 23% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $4,651.
The school has a total enrollment of 14,082 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).
Cape Fear Community College is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Cape Fear Community College is $2,748 for in-state students and $8,892 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $2,748 for North Carolina residents and $8,892 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
| Undergraduate | $2,748 | $8,892 |
| In-State | Out-of-State |
| Undergraduate | $2,748 | $8,892 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Cape Fear Community College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at CFCC
| Learning Opportunities |
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | No |
| Study Abroad | No |
| On-Campus Services |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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