Academic programs currently being offered at Tri-County Community College are designed as either Technical or College Transfer. Programs classified as Technical confer an Associate in Applied Science Degree. These programs are normally four or five semesters in length. Programs classified as college transfer confer an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science Degree. This program is normally four semesters in length and is designed for individuals who plan to transfer to a senior institution for completion of a four year degree.

Tri-County Community College, in the name of the North Carolina Community College System, can award the following degrees:

• Certificate
• Diploma
• Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)
• Associate in Arts (A.A.)
• Associate in Science (A.S.)
• Associate in General Education (A.G.E.)

Career & Community Education

Tri-County offers the opportunity to continue learning to all adults, regardless of their educational background.

Career & Community Education courses are specifically designed courses of short duration covering a wide variety of subject matter. No degree or diploma program is available, although some courses, upon completion, are recognized with the awarding of CEUs (Continuing Education Units).

Basic skills courses are available at no charge to those who did not complete high school and who wish to improve their education in reading, writing, mathematics, or basic sciences.