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Sandhills Community College
Pinehurst, North Carolina · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 3395 Airport Rd, Pinehurst, NC 28374 · Phone: (910) 692-6185 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Sandhills Community College is a public trade and career school in Pinehurst, NC, offering auto mechanic, cosmetology, and culinary programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Sandhills Community College has a 52.8% completion rate, above the North Carolina state average of 47.8%, and median graduate earnings of $31,656 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Sandhills Community College; contact the school for current tuition. The school accepts federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 28.4% 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 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,880 | $38,410 | $48,300 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $38,210 | $61,130 | $76,330 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $52,860 | $74,450 | $83,340 |
| Massage therapists | $31,050 | $60,650 | $85,150 |
| Surgical technologists | $45,990 | $60,920 | $68,520 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $35,190 | $44,250 | $49,310 |
| Nursing assistants | $30,260 | $38,460 | $43,850 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 12 | $42,641 | $41,087 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | $15,182 | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | $42,641 | $41,087 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 4 | $42,641 | $41,087 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | $18,771 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | $18,771 | 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 | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 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
Sandhills Community College is a public trade and career training campus in Pinehurst, North Carolina, located in a fringe rural setting. The school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and it holds accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with its radiologic technology program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Across 20 program offerings, the campus awards the most credentials in auto mechanic schools, cosmetology schools, and culinary & pastry schools, alongside additional programs in radiology technology, massage therapy, surgical technology, EMT training, and CNA classes.
Federal data show a completion rate of 52.8%, which is above the North Carolina state average of 47.8%. Among students who complete their programs, median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,656. 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 28.4% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of financially eligible students among the 2,539 undergraduates enrolled, with 107 trade completers recorded.
This campus may suit students weighing shorter, hands-on trade programs such as auto mechanics or cosmetology against longer allied-health tracks like radiologic technology or surgical technology; specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status and review outcome data independently through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Sandhills Community College offers 20 programs across families including auto mechanic, cosmetology, culinary, radiology technology, massage therapy, surgical technology, EMT training, and CNA classes. The top programs by completions are auto mechanic schools, cosmetology schools, and culinary & pastry schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and its radiologic technology program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants. About 28.4% of enrolled students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 52.8%, 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) 692-6185 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,656 for this campus.
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 (910) 692-6185 or visit https://www.sandhills.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Sandhills Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition for state residents and public accountability standards, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm program duration and scheduling.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and review federal outcome data at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?199634.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both shorter trade programs and longer allied-health programs, but specific scheduling details for adult or career-changer students are not reported in federal data; contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (910) 692-6185 to learn about credentialing tied to individual programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Sandhills Community College at (910) 692-6185 or through its website at https://www.sandhills.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?199634 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.