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Montgomery Community College
Troy, North Carolina · Public community college
Address: 1011 Page St, Troy, NC 27371 · Phone: (910) 898-9600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Montgomery Community College is a public trade school in Troy, NC offering electrician, medical assistant, and HVAC programs, accredited by SACS.
Montgomery Community College has an 83.9% completion rate, above the North Carolina average of 47.8%, and graduates earn a median of $32,742 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Montgomery Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid is accepted, and 33.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $40,130 | $56,800 | $61,920 |
| Medical assistants | $36,010 | $45,140 | $47,500 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $37,780 | $57,260 | $64,310 |
| Phlebotomists | $35,210 | $43,330 | $46,860 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,480 | $63,270 | $69,700 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,540 | $50,590 | $60,870 |
| Dental assistants | $38,240 | $50,380 | $57,720 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,500 | $48,200 | $63,170 |
| Nursing assistants | $30,260 | $38,460 | $43,850 |
| Construction laborers | $31,850 | $44,720 | $49,070 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $41,064 | $33,993 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | $41,064 | $33,993 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 3 | $29,002 | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 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
Montgomery Community College is a public trade and career-training campus in Troy, North Carolina. It participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), so students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover costs. The college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with its dental assisting program specifically accredited by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Its most-awarded programs are electrician schools, medical assistant programs, and HVAC schools, part of a broader lineup of 13 program families that also includes phlebotomy, LPN, welding, dental assisting, auto mechanics, CNA, and construction trades training.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 83.9%, well above the North Carolina state average of 47.8%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $32,742. About 33.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students. Median debt of graduates and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 852 total undergraduates and 114 trade program completers, this is a smaller, rural campus (locale: Distant rural) that may suit students seeking hands-on, shorter-format trade credentials close to home, including adult learners considering a career change, though exact program lengths are not reported here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and detailed outcomes directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and by contacting the college.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Montgomery Community College offers 13 program families including electrician schools, medical assistant programs, HVAC schools, phlebotomy, LPN, welding, dental assisting, auto mechanics, CNA, and construction trades. Its top programs by completions are electrician schools, medical assistant programs, and HVAC schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with its dental assisting program also accredited by 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 FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 83.9%, which is above 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 (910) 898-9600 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $32,742, 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 directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public community college, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state and federal funding support.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly or visit its website for program schedules.
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 on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?199023.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of trade programs in a rural setting with a completion rate well above the state average, which may appeal to career changers, though specific scheduling details for adult learners are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program and are not detailed in this data; contact the school directly to learn about credentialing tied to specific programs like electrician or medical assistant training.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Montgomery Community College at (910) 898-9600 or visit https://www.montgomery.edu/ for application information.
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 similar institutions.
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.