Public community college in Shelby, NC, serving 8,967 students with 100+ academic programs.
Cleveland Community College offers over 100 academic programs including associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates across diverse disciplines. The college provides flexible learning options through fully online degrees in Arts, Science, IT, and Cyber Security, as well as traditional in-person instruction. Programs span health sciences, engineering trades, business, and general education, with a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio. The college also offers dual enrollment (Career and College Promise) for high school students, adult high school completion, apprenticeships, and short-term workforce training through its Continuing Education Department.
Located in suburban Shelby on the grounds of the former county home (occupied since 1969), the campus features multiple academic and support buildings including the Bailey Allied Health Center, Moore Advanced Technology Center, Paksoy Technology Center, Brown Emergency Training Center, and Jack Hunt Campus Center. Student amenities include the Rose Library, Jive Turkey Cafe, bookstore, field house, and student activities center. The college mascot is the Yeti, and school colors are blue and green. Campus life includes student clubs, athletics, and various support services through TRIO and Student Affairs.
Cleveland Community College welcomes new degree-seeking students, returning students, visiting/non-degree students, international students, current high school students through dual enrollment, and continuing education students. The college encourages campus tours and provides admissions support through the Student Affairs office (704-669-4081, admissions@clevelandcc.edu). Multiple pathways accommodate diverse student needs, from traditional associate degree programs to short-term workforce training and adult education.
CCC graduates generate significant economic impact in the region: $184.3 million in economic impact and 2,922 jobs supported through graduate employment. The college emphasizes student success defined not only by degree completion but also by workforce readiness and personal goal achievement. Notable alumni include graduates who have transferred to universities such as NC State University and UNC Chapel Hill, and others who have advanced directly into careers in healthcare, cybersecurity, welding, and public service.