Public community college in Clinton, NC, part of the North Carolina Community College System since 1967.
Sampson Community College offers a broad range of academic programs organized into five main areas: Applied Technical Programs & Trades, Business and Technology, Education & Public Service, Health Sciences, and Public Safety. The college provides associate degree programs (typically 2 years), diploma and certificate options, and transfer pathways to four-year institutions. Notable programs include Heavy Equipment Operator, Truck Driving, HVAC, Nursing (ADN and PN programs with ACEN reaccreditation), and various healthcare and allied health specializations. The college also offers workforce development and continuing education through its Small Business Center and customized industry training.
The main campus is located at 1801 Sunset Ave in Clinton, NC, with a Transportation Annex at 395 Enterprise Drive supporting specialized trade programs. The college features state-of-the-art facilities and maintains small class sizes. Student support services include a Learning Resource Center, tutoring, testing, distance learning options, childcare services, a food pantry, and dedicated veteran and military services. The college is currently undertaking a Health Sciences Building expansion to strengthen healthcare workforce training.
Sampson Community College operates under an Open Door admissions policy, accepting applications from legal U.S. residents with a high school diploma or adult high school equivalency diploma, or those at least 18 years of age. The college reserves the right to direct student placement based on counseling, assessments, interviews, and prior academic achievement. High school completion or equivalency is required for degree and diploma program entrance. The college is committed to non-discrimination based on race, religion, age, gender, national origin, or disability.
The college provides comprehensive financial aid and scholarship opportunities to ease the financial burden of education. Additional resources include a catalog and student handbook, registration information, transcript ordering, and graduation support. Distance learning is available for flexible scheduling. The college emphasizes affordability and accessibility as core values in its mission to provide education, workforce training, and lifelong enrichment through community partnerships.