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Surry Community College
Dobson, North Carolina · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 630 S. Main St., Dobson, NC 27017 · Phone: 33638681213264 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Surry Community College is a public trade school in Dobson, NC offering welding, auto mechanic, and CNC/machining programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Surry Community College has a 6.4% completion rate, below the state average of 47.8%, with median graduate earnings of $36,012 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Surry Community College; contact the school for current tuition. It participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 27.7% 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 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,500 | $48,200 | $63,170 |
| Machinists | $37,110 | $55,230 | $62,680 |
| Electricians | $40,130 | $56,800 | $61,920 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $37,780 | $57,260 | $64,310 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,480 | $63,270 | $69,700 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,880 | $38,410 | $48,300 |
| Medical assistants | $36,010 | $45,140 | $47,500 |
| Construction laborers | $31,850 | $44,720 | $49,070 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 29 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 8 | $32,786 | $29,250 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | 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
Surry Community College is a public trade and career-training campus in Dobson, North Carolina. It participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for programs. The college is accredited, with recognition that includes the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and, for its physical therapy assistant offerings, the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Across its 25 program offerings, the campus awards the most credentials in welding, auto mechanics, and CNC and machining programs, alongside other trade fields such as electrician, HVAC, cosmetology, medical assistant, LPN, EMT, and CNA training.
Federal data show a completion rate of 6.4%, which is below the state average of 47.8% for similar institutions. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $36,012. About 27.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment. Median debt of graduates and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, located in a distant rural setting, serves a mix of short-term trade certificate seekers and those pursuing longer associate-level credentials, based on its program family list; specific program lengths are not detailed here, so applicants should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school. Prospective students weighing a career change should verify current accreditation status and outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and by contacting the school directly, since some figures such as debt levels and yearly cost are not disclosed in the available federal dataset.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Surry Community College offers 25 programs, with the most completers in welding schools, auto mechanic schools, and CNC & machining programs. It also offers electrician, HVAC, cosmetology, medical assistant, LPN, EMT, construction trades, and CNA programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Its accreditors include the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and, for physical therapy assistant programs, the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA-based aid and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 6.4%, which is below the state average of 47.8% for similar institutions, 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 directly at 33638681213264 or visit https://surry.edu/ for more information.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates are reported at $36,012 ten years after entry, per the 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 to confirm current tuition and fees.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Surry Community College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition rates for in-state residents compared with private for-profit trade schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the available federal data. Contact the school directly or check its website at https://surry.edu/ for program schedules.
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/?199768.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of trade programs from welding to healthcare support fields, but specific scheduling or format details for career changers are not reported here; contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not detailed in the available data. Contact the school directly for program-specific licensing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Surry Community College by phone at 33638681213264 or visit its website at https://surry.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 dataset; use the College Scorecard link at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?199768 to compare 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.