Rural North Carolina community college serving Duplin County with workforce development and transfer programs.
James Sprunt Community College offers comprehensive academic pathways including associate degrees for university transfer, career-focused associate degrees, certificate programs, and diploma programs. The college provides distance learning options and early college high school programs. Workforce development is a core focus, with short-term occupational training, apprenticeships, and customized training through partnerships with local industry. The nursing program is notably strong, achieving a 100% NCLEX-RN pass rate. Spanish-language programs are available through Centro Educativo Latino.
The main campus is located on NC Highway 11 in Kenansville, approximately 70 miles from Raleigh and 50 miles from Wilmington. A second WestPark campus in Warsaw houses specialized programs including diesel and heavy equipment technology, lineworker training, and CDL/truck driving. The college features a library, bookstore, community salon and spa services, and various student support services including counseling and disability services. Students can participate in work-study programs and student organizations.
Admissions are handled through CFNC (College Foundation of North Carolina) online portal. All applicants must obtain a North Carolina Residency Certification Number (RCN). Recent NC public high school graduates may request official transcripts via CFNC. Placement testing is available; applications process within 24 hours. Students seeking occupational or short-term training classes apply through a separate process. The college welcomes transfer students and offers Career & College Promise programs.
Career Services provides job readiness support, resume building, interview preparation, and labor market information through the Career Concourse platform. The college hosts annual spring job fairs and fall part-time job fairs connecting students with regional employers. Financial aid and scholarships are available through federal and state programs, including WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act) support. The college emphasizes partnerships with schools, business, and industry to prepare students for 21st-century workforce demands.