Is Southeastern Community College worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Southeastern Community College is ranked #584 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C (above average for value). Within North Carolina, it ranks #28 of 124 for value.
Read the full Southeastern Community College value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Southeastern Community College is ranked #28 out of #124 for North Carolina value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Southeastern Community College financial aid page to be sure.
Southeastern Community College is ranked #584 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Southeastern 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 Southeastern Community College costs about $9,838. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $39,353 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $15,423 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $9,148 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $9,838 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $39,353 |
*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 Southeastern Community College net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Southeastern Community College 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 | $61,692 | — | — |
| All Students | $39,353 | #584 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $36,592 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $61,692 | — | — |
| All Students | $39,353 | #28 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $36,592 | — | — |
*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 Southeastern Community College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $4,316 |
| $30K–$48K | $4,691 |
| $48K–$75K | $5,538 |
| $75K–$110K | $3,902 |
About 89% of Southeastern Community College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $8,395 per year. Get more details on the Southeastern Community College 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 Southeastern Community College net price page for the cost detail.
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