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Coastal Carolina Community College
Jacksonville, North Carolina · Public community college
Address: 444 Western Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28546 · Phone: (910) 455-1221 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Coastal Carolina Community College is a public trade school in Jacksonville, North Carolina offering auto mechanic, electrician, and welding programs, accredited by SACS.
Coastal Carolina Community College has a 49.4% completion rate, near the state average of 47.8%, and graduates earn a median of $36,444 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Coastal Carolina Community College; contact the school for current tuition. The school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and 32.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,500 | $48,200 | $63,170 |
| Electricians | $40,130 | $56,800 | $61,920 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,540 | $50,590 | $60,870 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $37,780 | $57,260 | $64,310 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,880 | $38,410 | $48,300 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $38,210 | $61,130 | $76,330 |
| Dental assistants | $38,240 | $50,380 | $57,720 |
| Dental hygienists | $77,270 | $97,850 | $100,930 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,480 | $63,270 | $69,700 |
| Surgical technologists | $45,990 | $60,920 | $68,520 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $35,190 | $44,250 | $49,310 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in North Carolina (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | not reported | $13,085 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 26 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 24 | $21,111 | $23,456 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | not reported | $29,685 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 20 | $44,751 | $47,260 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | $34,348 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | $21,111 | $23,456 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $21,111 | $23,456 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | $30,409 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $21,111 | $23,456 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Coastal Carolina Community College is a public trade and career training campus located in Jacksonville, North Carolina, a small city setting. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover costs. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Among its 20 program offerings, the most-completed trade programs are auto mechanic schools (55 completers), electrician schools (37), and welding schools (29), out of 275 total trade completers and 2,724 undergraduates enrolled.
On outcomes, the campus completion rate is 49.4%, compared to a state average of 47.8% — near the state average. Median earnings of graduates 10 years after entry are $36,444. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data, and annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 32.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students attend.
This campus offers a range of program lengths across its trade families, from shorter certificate-style programs like welding and auto mechanics to more clinical fields like dental hygiene and surgical technology, which may suit adults exploring a range of entry points into skilled trades or healthcare support careers. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and full outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or by contacting the school, since not all federal figures are reported for every program.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Coastal Carolina Community College offers 20 trade and career programs, with the most completions in auto mechanic schools (55), electrician schools (37), and welding schools (29). Other program families include HVAC, cosmetology, culinary arts, dental assisting, dental hygiene, LPN, surgical tech, and EMT training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Its institutional accreditor is the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 49.4%, compared to a state average of 47.8%, which is near the state average.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard for more detail.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,444, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (910) 455-1221 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state funding, in addition to federal financial aid.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration for a specific trade.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?198330, or by contacting the school directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a mix of shorter trade programs, such as welding and auto mechanics, alongside longer clinical programs like dental hygiene, which may accommodate different schedules and goals. Contact the school to discuss specific program formats for adult or working students.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Coastal Carolina Community College at (910) 455-1221 or through its website at https://www.coastalcarolina.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools in North Carolina.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.