School Details
Haywood Community College opened in August 1965 as Haywood Industrial Education Center with one curriculum program and 39 students. Today, HCC offers over 50 curricular programs to thousands of students. HCC provides accessible, affordable, and high-quality education, workforce training, and lifelong learning.
Learners have the opportunity to earn a degree, diploma, or certificate in 23 different programs of study. These prepare students for technical careers or college transfer. HCC offers a wide range of online courses and online programs, including many that can be completed 100% online. These award-winning online degrees are designed to meet the needs of students wherever they are on their educational path. HCC online degrees offer the flexibility busy students need to successfully earn a degree or certificate.
Accreditation & Licensing
Haywood Community College is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Haywood Community College is located in North Carolina
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- NC Need Based Scholarship: Up to $4,200 annually
- NC Education Lottery Scholarship: Up to $3,000 annually
- NC Community College Grant: Up to $2,800 annually
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