Catawba Valley Community College

2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC 28602

  • Public
  • 2-year college
  • 16 trade programs
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About Catawba Valley Community College

Catawba Valley Community College is a public 2-year college in Hickory, North Carolina, with about 6,241 students a year. It offers 16 trade programs we track, including welding, electrician, automotive technician, and industrial maintenance & mechatronics. It was formerly known as CVCC.

Costs and outcomes

Average net price
$10,528
per year, after grants and scholarships
Completion rate
35%
of full-time students finish
Median earnings
$36,977
10 years after starting
Students with Pell Grants
28%
a sign of how many get federal aid

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Figures cover the whole school, not one program. Ask the school for the full cost of the program you want.

Trade programs

Healthcare

Welding & manufacturing

Public safety

Construction trades

Automotive & transportation

Beauty & wellness

IT & electronics

Graduate counts are certificates and degrees the school reported to the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS, 2023–24). Confirm current programs, schedules and costs with the school.

Location

Catawba Valley Community College
2550 Hwy 70 SE
Hickory, NC 28602

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