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Wayne Community College
Goldsboro, North Carolina · Public community college
Address: 3000 Wayne Memorial Dr, Goldsboro, NC 27534 · Phone: (919) 735-5151 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Wayne Community College is a public trade school in Goldsboro, NC offering auto mechanic, welding, and dental hygiene programs, accredited by SACS.
Wayne Community College's completion rate is 49.3%, near the state average of 47.8%; median graduate debt is $6,500 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,148, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Wayne Community College; the school accepts federal financial aid, and 37.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,500 | $48,200 | $63,170 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,540 | $50,590 | $60,870 |
| Dental hygienists | $77,270 | $97,850 | $100,930 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $37,780 | $57,260 | $64,310 |
| Dental assistants | $38,240 | $50,380 | $57,720 |
| Machinists | $37,110 | $55,230 | $62,680 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $50,970 | $76,980 | $93,670 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,480 | $63,270 | $69,700 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,820 | $44,530 | $48,480 |
| Medical assistants | $36,010 | $45,140 | $47,500 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in North Carolina (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 33 | not reported | $35,416 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 27 | $47,840 | $47,260 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 17 | not reported | $32,213 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | not reported | $35,416 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | not reported | $35,416 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | $32,213 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 6 | $24,145 | $23,649 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | $35,416 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | $32,213 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Wayne Community College is a public trade and career training campus in Goldsboro, North Carolina. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for their education. The college holds accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Its most-awarded trade programs are auto mechanic schools (62 completers), welding schools (47), and dental hygiene programs (27), drawn from a total of 20 program offerings across fields like HVAC, CNC machining, aviation mechanics, and medical assisting.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 49.3%, which is near the North Carolina state average of 47.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,148. About 37.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 2,739 undergraduates and a small-city setting, this campus offers a mix of short-term certificates and longer associate-level trade programs, which can suit both recent high school graduates and adult career changers, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or by contacting the school, since figures can change year to year.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Wayne Community College offers 20 trade programs, with the most completers in auto mechanic schools, welding schools, and dental hygiene programs. Other offerings include HVAC, CNC machining, aviation mechanics, dental assisting, LPN, pharmacy tech, and medical assisting programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 49.3%, which is near the North Carolina state average of 47.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,148, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (919) 735-5151 or visit waynecc.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Wayne Community College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition than private for-profit trade schools and eligibility for state funding.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can check the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?199892 or contact the accreditors listed for current status.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of trade programs from short certificates to associate-level training in a small-city setting, which may suit career changers, though specific scheduling details are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Wayne Community College at (919) 735-5151 or through its website, https://www.waynecc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.