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Lenoir Community College
Kinston, North Carolina · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 231 Highway 58 South, Kinston, NC 28504 · Phone: (252) 527-6223 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lenoir Community College is a public trade school in Kinston, NC offering welding, cosmetology, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by SACS.
Lenoir Community College's completion rate is 35.7%, below the North Carolina average of 47.8%, and median graduate earnings 10 years after entry are $33,866, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Lenoir Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid is available since the school participates in Title IV, and 42.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,540 | $50,590 | $60,870 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,880 | $38,410 | $48,300 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,500 | $48,200 | $63,170 |
| Machinists | $37,110 | $55,230 | $62,680 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $35,190 | $44,250 | $49,310 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,480 | $63,270 | $69,700 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $38,210 | $61,130 | $76,330 |
| Surgical technologists | $45,990 | $60,920 | $68,520 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $52,860 | $74,450 | $83,340 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 29 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $48,874 | $45,026 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | $48,874 | $45,026 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | $48,874 | $45,026 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 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
Lenoir Community College is a public trade and career school in Kinston, North Carolina. It participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for enrollment. The college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with program-specific accreditors including the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology and the National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation. Its most-awarded trade programs are welding schools (36 completions), cosmetology schools (20), and auto mechanic schools (15), among 18 total program offerings spanning fields like CNC machining, EMT training, LPN programs, culinary arts, surgical technology, radiology technology, and medical assisting.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 35.7%, below the North Carolina state average of 47.8%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $33,866. 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 42.1% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting a substantial share of lower-income enrollees.
With a mix of short career-training programs and longer clinical or technical tracks, Lenoir Community College may suit both new entrants to a trade and adult career-changers, though exact program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcomes directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and confirm current tuition, schedules, and licensing requirements with the school itself before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Lenoir Community College offers 18 trade programs, most notably welding schools (36 completions), cosmetology schools (20), and auto mechanic schools (15). It also offers CNC machining, EMT training, LPN programs, culinary arts, surgical technology, radiology technology, and medical assisting.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional program-level accreditation from the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology and the National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education 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 students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 35.7%, 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 (252) 527-6223 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $33,866, per federal 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 at (252) 527-6223 or visit https://www.lenoircc.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Lenoir Community College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition and eligibility for state-supported programs compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in this data. Contact the school directly to ask about program duration for specific trades.
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 College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?198817.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers a range of trade programs, from cosmetology to medical assisting, that may suit career changers, but specific program lengths and formats are not detailed in this data. Contact the school to discuss fit for your situation.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data. Contact the school directly at (252) 527-6223 to ask about certification or licensure tied to specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Lenoir Community College at (252) 527-6223 or visit https://www.lenoircc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this data. Use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?198817 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.