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Haywood Community College
Clyde, North Carolina · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 185 Freedlander Drive, Clyde, NC 28721 · Phone: (828) 627-2821 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Haywood Community College is a public trade school in Clyde, North Carolina, offering auto mechanic, welding, and cosmetology programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Haywood Community College has a 33.6% completion rate, below the North Carolina state average of 47.8%, and median graduate earnings of $34,770 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Haywood Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 29.2% 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 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,540 | $50,590 | $60,870 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,880 | $38,410 | $48,300 |
| Electricians | $40,130 | $56,800 | $61,920 |
| Machinists | $37,110 | $55,230 | $62,680 |
| Medical assistants | $36,010 | $45,140 | $47,500 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 2 | $23,851 | $25,967 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | 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
Haywood Community College is a public trade and career training campus in Clyde, North Carolina. The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. Across 17 program offerings, the campus awards the most credentials in auto mechanic schools (21), welding schools (15), and cosmetology schools (13), with additional programs in electrician training, CNC machining, and medical assisting.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 33.6%, which is below the North Carolina state average of 47.8%. Median earnings of graduates 10 years after entry are $34,770. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 29.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income students. Undergraduate enrollment is 849, with 64 trade program completers reported.
This campus, located in a fringe rural setting, may suit students pursuing hands-on trade credentials in fields like auto repair, welding, or cosmetology rather than four-year academic study. Because program lengths are not detailed here, prospective students, including career changers, should contact the school directly to confirm program duration and scheduling fit. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data, check with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Haywood Community College offers 17 trade programs, with the most completers in auto mechanic schools, welding schools, and cosmetology schools. It also offers electrician, CNC machining, and medical assistant programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Haywood Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 33.6%, which is below the North Carolina state average of 47.8%.
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 at (828) 627-2821 or visit the College Scorecard for more information.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings of graduates 10 years after entry are $34,770, per federal Scorecard data.
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 directly or visit haywood.edu for current tuition rates.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Haywood Community College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition costs for state residents compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (828) 627-2821 to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?198668.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers hands-on trade programs such as welding, auto mechanics, and cosmetology, which are common paths for career changers, though specific scheduling details are not reported here; contact the school to confirm fit for your situation.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Haywood Community College at (828) 627-2821 or visit their website at https://www.haywood.edu/ to learn about applying.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates and earnings across institutions.
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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.