Beaufort County Community College Ranked Among Top Ten in NC for Student Progression | Eastern NC Now

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Success coach Chris Donahue (left) works with student Arlene Griffin in the Centralized Advising Center, one of the tools the college has used to improve student progression.

    WASHINGTON, N.C.    Beaufort County Community College (Beaufort CCC) is proud to announce its top-tier ranking in the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) for persistence and progression metrics. For the most recent cohort, Beaufort CCC ranked first among community colleges in North Carolina of similar size and tenth among all 58 NCCCS colleges statewide.

    The college achieved an impressive 76.7% in NCCCS' Persistence/Progression measure, significantly surpassing the statewide average of 70.1%. This metric highlights the percentage of first-time fall credential-seeking curriculum students who either graduate before the subsequent fall term or continue their education by enrolling at a university.

    Persistence and progression are key indicators of a college's effectiveness in supporting students. They measure how well institutions help students overcome obstacles to continue their education, gain essential skills, and achieve their goals. These metrics also reflect a college's commitment to academic excellence and student success, fostering confidence among students, employers, and the community.

    Dr. David Loope, President of Beaufort CCC, attributed this success to the college's dedicated faculty, staff, and innovative support services. "We have made student success a priority for the college. These rankings validate the efforts we've made to create a welcoming, rigorous, and supportive environment for our students. I could not be prouder of our faculty and staff and the students who make Beaufort such a special place to learn and grow."

    This recognition underscores Beaufort CCC's ongoing efforts to support academic achievement and student retention through initiatives such as a Student Success Committee, personalized advising, targeted academic support, and monitoring by a Success Coach in the Advising Center. Tailored programs are designed to give students practical skills that enhance their workplace readiness and set them on a clear path to success.

    Beaufort CCC's exceptional ranking highlights its role as a leader in higher education, not only within its size category but across the entire state. This achievement reflects the college's mission to empower students and help them advance quickly in their careers while contributing to the region's economic growth.

• Attila Nemecz
• Marketing and Public Relations Coordinator
• Beaufort County Community College
• 5337 U.S. Highway 264 East
• Washington, N.C. 27889
• Ph: 252-940-6387
• Cell: 252-940-8672
• attila.nemecz@beaufortccc.edu