by our College Data Analytics TeamIs SCC worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
SCC is ranked #754 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C. Within North Carolina, it ranks #54 of 124 for value.
Below is the detailed SCC value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Sandhills Community College is ranked #54 out of #128 in North Carolina for quality and #54 out of #124 for North Carolina value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the SCC financial aid page to be sure.
Sandhills Community College is ranked #754 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Sandhills Community College is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at SCC costs about $6,990. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $27,961 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $13,601 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $4,157 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $6,990 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $27,961 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about SCC net price and the factors that affect it.
What SCC costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a SCC degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $54,404 | — | — |
| All Students | $27,961 | #754 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $16,628 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $54,404 | — | — |
| All Students | $27,961 | #54 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $16,628 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at SCC shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $7,978 |
| $30K–$48K | $8,517 |
| $48K–$75K | $9,799 |
| $75K–$110K | $10,159 |
| Over $110K | $13,416 |
About 70% of SCC undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $7,614 per year. Get more details on the SCC financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the SCC net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.