Find a Degree Program
Start exploring the associate degree, diploma, and certificate options at ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø.
Adult Learners
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You Belong at ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø
We recognize it takes a special commitment to make room in your life to start or return to college. We match that commitment by providing the classes, flexible schedules, and resources that help you earn your degree or gain more skills and training to advance your career. With ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø’s unique support, there is no stopping you from identifying and reaching your goals.
Personalized Support
Financial aid? We’re here for you. Childcare? Yep, that too. Academic help? Our small classes enable you to have close working relationships with faculty and our Academic Assistance Centers provide you access to free tutors, one-on-one coaching, and content-specific workshops. Advising and assistance? You have your own academic advisor and Education Navigator to help you along the way.
No matter where your starting point is, you can reach your goals.
Adam Wade
Dean of Student Onboarding and Success
Education That Can Transform Your Future
Since 1961, ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø has been helping adult learners in Chatham, Harnett, and Lee counties launch, advance, or change careers.
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Get Short-Term Job Training
Get professional certifications and short-term training to prepare to enter the workforce.
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Take Non-Credit Courses
Expand your knowledge and further your personal interests through continuing education.
Balancing Work and Classes
ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø has a nice mix of options, so, if you’re a full-time worker like myself, you can still satisfy your work life and your student life.
Tina Blue
Bioprocess Technology AAS Graduate, May 2023
Finish High School
You got this. Complete the credits needed to earn a high school diploma from Chatham County Schools, Harnett County Schools, or Lee County Schools.
Financial Support Is Available
We’re here to help you get where you want to go. ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø is committed to breaking down barriers that might keep you from pursuing your education. That includes financial barriers. First, by choosing ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø, you’ll pay less—far less—than you would at a four-year school. And armed with a ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø education, you’ll see the return on your investment countless times over. By completing the FAFSA form (we can help!), you’ll open doors to federal financial aid that doesn’t need to be paid back. ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø also offers:
- NC Longleaf Commitment Grant: You could be eligible for free tuition for two years.
- Finish Line Grants: Get up to $1,000 to finish your studies in a financial crisis.
- Dream Keeper Fund: Receive help with tuition, rent, and more in an emergency.
- Child Care Assistance: Get help with childcare expenses while attending ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø.