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Stanly Community College
Albemarle, North Carolina · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 141 College Drive, Albemarle, NC 28001 · Phone: (704) 982-0121 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Stanly Community College is a public trade school in Albemarle, NC offering medical assistant, cosmetology, and welding programs, accredited by SACS.
Stanly Community College has a 47.8% completion rate, near the North Carolina state average, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,686; graduate debt figures are not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Stanly Community College; contact the school for current tuition. The school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 30.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $36,010 | $45,140 | $47,500 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,880 | $38,410 | $48,300 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,540 | $50,590 | $60,870 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $52,860 | $74,450 | $83,340 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $37,780 | $57,260 | $64,310 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators | $39,050 | $49,310 | $57,870 |
| Electricians | $40,130 | $56,800 | $61,920 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,500 | $48,200 | $63,170 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $35,190 | $44,250 | $49,310 |
| Machinists | $37,110 | $55,230 | $62,680 |
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 and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | not reported | $28,236 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | $28,236 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 14 | not reported | $27,552 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | $51,392 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | $51,392 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 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
Stanly Community College is a public trade and career school located in Albemarle, North Carolina. The campus participates in federal student aid (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for programs here. The school holds accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology and the National League for Nursing Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation. Its most-completed trade programs are medical assistant programs, cosmetology, and welding, drawn from a total of 17 program offerings across fields including HVAC, electrician training, auto mechanics, EMT training, and CNC machining.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 47.8%, which sits near the North Carolina state average of 47.8%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $36,686. About 30.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid. Median debt of graduates and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 107 trade program completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 1,465, and a locale described as a distant town, this campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on career-training programs close to home rather than a large urban campus setting. Whether the programs offered fit an adult career-changer depends on specific program length and schedule details not included here; prospective students should contact the school directly at (704) 982-0121 or visit stanly.edu. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data independently, check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided for this school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Stanly Community College offers 17 trade programs, with the most completions in medical assistant programs, cosmetology, and welding. Other program families include radiology tech, HVAC, heavy equipment, electrician, auto mechanic, EMT training, and CNC machining.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with program-specific 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 eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants. About 30.6% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 47.8%, which is near the North Carolina state average of 47.8%, per federal data.
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 (704) 982-0121 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $36,686 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 at (704) 982-0121 or visit stanly.edu for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Stanly Community College is a public institution, which typically means state-subsidized tuition and accountability through public accreditation and reporting standards.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided. Contact the school at (704) 982-0121 or visit stanly.edu to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review accreditation status and federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?199740.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and scheduling details needed to assess fit for adult career-changers are not included in the available data. Contact the school directly to discuss options for working adults.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in the data provided. Contact the school at (704) 982-0121 to learn about credentialing tied to specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Stanly Community College at (704) 982-0121 or through its website at https://www.stanly.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not included in this listing's federal data. Check the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
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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.