Piedmont Community College
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| Type | Public community college |
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| Established | 1970 |
Parent institution | North Carolina Community College System |
| President | Kevin E. Lee |
| Location | , , United States |
| Colors | Forest Green and White |
| Nickname | PCC |
| Mascot | Pacer |
| Website | www.piedmontcc.edu |
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Piedmont Community College (PCC) is a public community college in Roxboro, North Carolina.[1] It is part of the North Carolina Community College System.[2] It serves Person County, where its main campus is located, and Caswell County, which hosts a branch campus in Yanceyville.[3]
Founded in 1970, the college serves students through its curriculum programs, which lead to associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates.[4] Over 8,900 people are served annually through the college’s programs.[5]
PCC was established on July 1, 1970, and was originally named Person County Technical Institute. It was founded through the efforts of progressive-minded citizens in Person County who sought to create a local institution for higher education and job training.[2]
Key milestones in the college's history include:[2]
- 1970: The college opened with its first full-time students (266 enrolled in September).
- 1971: The name changed to Piedmont Technical Institute.
- 1985: The college expanded its service area to include Caswell County.
- 1987-88: The college’s name changed to Piedmont Community College (PCC).
- 1988: The Caswell County campus opened.
- 2000: PCC curriculum enrollment increased by 40% over four years, marking significant growth.
- 2020: PCC celebrated 50 years of education.
- 2024: PCC saw its highest enrollment growth in 10 years, 13%.
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Students at PCC can earn associate degrees and certificates in 27 fields of study, with popular programs including Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Registered Nursing, and Medical/Clinical Assistant.[1] The college also provides a transfer program for students aiming to pursue bachelor's degrees at four-year institutions.[7] Additionally, high school students have the opportunity to access college-level instruction through special programs established by the NC General Assembly.[8][9]
PCC is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates.[10]
