Information

• Tuition and Fees
• College Bookstore
• Veteran’s Administration Educational Benefits
• Workforce, Technologies, and Community Education Financial Assistance
• Surry Community College Foundation, Inc.

Tuition and Fees

Surry Community College offers educational opportunities at minimal cost to students. Tuition is set by the North Carolina State Legislature and is subject to change.

The tuition for in-state students is $76.00 per credit hour with a maximum tuition charge of $1,216.00 per semester. To qualify for in-state tuition, a legal resident must have maintained his or her domicile in North Carolina for at least the twelve months preceding the date of first enrollment or re-enrollment in the college. If questions arise concerning legal residency, students may contact the Office of Admissions, Registration, and Records.

For out-of-state students, tuition is $268.00 per credit hour with a maximum tuition charge of $4,288.00 per semester. Out-of-state students attending Surry Community College are eligible for in-state tuition rates if they are employed in North Carolina and the employer pays the tuition for the student employee with a company check. Also, a letter on company letterhead must be submitted to the Business Office stating that the student is an employee of the company. North Carolina residents age 65 and older may register for college classes up to 6 credit hours free of tuition, but must pay for fees associated with their class registration.

Tuition Payment Options

Payment of tuition and fees is due at the time of registration. Otherwise, student registration may be voided and enrollment cancelled. Options for payment are as follows:

• Cash, check, or money order
• Credit Card -VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express
• Financial Aid - Financial aid approved and awarded by the Financial Aid Office prior to registration includes Pell Grant and scholarships which have been received by the Business Office.
• Third Party Authorizations - Businesses, agencies, organizations, etc. may authorize payment for students’ educational expenses. Authorization from the agency must be either on file or presented to the Business Office at the time of registration, stating the specific charges covered.
• Nelnet Campus Commerce - Students may apply for an installment plan through Nelnet for payment of tuition and fees. Payments are set up at 0% interest with a $30 enrollment fee per semester. Payments will be drafted from the students’ personal bank accounts. There will be a $30 fee imposed by Nelnet Campus Commerce for any missed payment. Students must enroll for at least (3) semester hours and complete an application via the college website. For more information, contact the Business Office or visit the college website. Payment options are subject to change.
• Collection Costs - In the case that Surry Community College considers it necessary to refer all or part of the unpaid principal and/or interest for tuition and fees on a student’s account to an attorney or collection agency for collection, students are liable for and must pay the college the attorney’s fees and/or collection agency fees resulting from the referral. Students must pay all charges and other costs, including attorney’s fees that are allowed by federal and state laws and regulations and that are necessary for the collection of these amounts.

Tuition and Fee Summary

Curriculum Programs: Tuition

The tuition rates listed below were correct as of this publication. These rates are subject to change and will not be final until the legislature adjourns at the end of the semester.

Curriculum Programs: Fees

While Surry Community College attempts to keep student costs as low as possible, some fees are necessary to maintain adequate services. Presented below are the fees currently applicable to curriculum students. These fees can be refunded only in cases of class cancellation. Any questions regarding these fees should be addressed to the Vice President of Student Services or the Chief Finance Officer.

Workforce, Technologies, and Community Education Tuition and Fees

Workforce Technologies and Community Education Courses: Tuition

Tuition and fees for occupational classes are as follows.

Students who enroll in self-supporting classes pay fees that are based on a pro rata cost of the course. Technology fees are based on the hours of the course as stipulated above.

Workforce, Technologies and Community Education Courses: Waivers

Tuition fees and waivers are set by the North Carolina General Assembly and are subject to change. All College and Career Readiness (ABE, GED, ESL, CED, Family Literacy) classes are offered tuition free.

The technology fee is waived for College and Career Readiness students, HRD students, and students enrolled in emergency services training courses.

College Bookstore

Surry Community College partners with Barnes & Noble College to make all required textbooks and supplies available to students on campus. In addition to course required materials, the Surry Community College Bookstore carries a selection of electronics, school supplies, apparel, gifts, snacks, and more. The bookstore is located in the C-Building and is open Monday-Thursday, 7:30am-5:00pm, and Friday, 7:30am‑3:00pm. Textbooks and merchandise may also be purchased online by going to surry.bncollege.com.

Book Buybacks

The bookstore offers a Textbook Buyback program to anyone with a valid student ID. Buyback closes the week before classes begin and resumes after the first week of classes, but students typically receive the best value for their old textbooks during finals week. Textbooks must be in good condition with all components intact to be eligible for buyback.

Veteran’s Administration Educational Benefits

Specific rules required by the College and VA regulations are outlined in the complete Guide to Veteran’s Administration Educational Benefits available in the Veterans Services Office. The School Certifying Official is not employed by the VA, but is responsible for providing benefits and program counseling, clarification of regulations, and enrollment certification for pay to the Department of Veterans Affairs Regional Office in Atlanta, Georgia.

Students eligible to receive VA educational benefits must select a program of study. Most programs of study offered at Surry CC are approved for students to receive educational benefits administered by the VA. Students who are eligible to receive VA educational benefits should contact the Veterans Services Office to find out if the program they are interested in is approved, and to complete an application and submit other required paperwork for VA educational benefits.

Certification will be made for only those courses that are required for graduation in the curriculum in which the student is approved and enrolled. Students receiving benefits are responsible for being familiar with the information found in the College Catalog and all VA information obtained from the Veterans Services Office.

Tuition and fees must be paid by students receiving VA educational benefits upon registering for class(es). Surry CC cannot postpone payments until students receive payment of their VA educational benefits. Benefits will be paid directly to the student at the end of each month after the claim is processed. The average time for the VA Regional Office to process a claim is 30 to 90 days from the date of certification, per their representatives. For additional information regarding eligibility or the application process, please contact the Veteran’s Certifying Official in the Veterans Services Office.

Standards of Academic Progress for All Students Receiving GI Bill or Other Veteran’s Administration Educational Benefits

The minimum grade point averages detailed in Sections I and II of the Standards of Academic Progress Policy previously described also pertain to students receiving veteran’s benefits. In addition to these GPA requirements, the following conditions apply:

• Only grades of A, B, C, D, and F will be used to calculate GPA as explained in the college catalog.
• The Veterans Administration will not pay for audits, withdrawals, incompletes, or proficiency credits.
• Students may contact the Veterans Certifying Official in the Veterans Services Office within Veterans Center for questions pertaining to veteran’s benefits.

Under S2248 PL 115-407 Section 103, Surry Community College will not impose a late fee, denial of access to facilities, or other penalty against a veteran or eligible dependent due to a late payment of tuition and/or fees from the VA up to the certified benefits amount. However, any portion of the balance not covered by VA benefits is still expected to be settled by the due date.

In accordance with DOE 34 CFR Section 668, Surry Community College restricts fraudulent and aggressive recruitment of military students including, but not limited to, providing compensation to individuals for securing military enrollments or engaging in high-pressure recruitment tactics.

Workforce, Technologies, and Community Education Financial Assistance

• BASIC SKILLS PLUS - Students must be enrolled in College Career Readiness and working toward their High School Equivalency or Adult High School Diploma. Funds are available for students who are working toward a certification in Nurse Aide I or Welding. Interested students should contact Mariah Frye at 336‑386‑3261 or fryemd@surry.edu.
• FINISH LINE GRANT - This grant is for students who are experiencing hardship with auto repairs, books, childcare, healthcare, housing, transportation, tuition, utilities, and more. To be eligible, students must be 18 years of age and at least 50 percent complete with their credential. Students may receive up to $1000.00. Interested students should contact Joseph ‘Jay’ McDougal at 336‑386‑3245 or mcdougaljr@surry.edu.
• GEER SCHOLARSHIP - This funding from the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief program is available to North Carolina residents who are enrolled in a WTCE program for 96 hours or more. Interested students should contact Michael Profitt at 336‑386‑3247 or profittm@surry.edu.
• GOLDEN LEAF SCHOLARSHIP - Students must be currently enrolled in courses that are 96 hours or more and lead to a certification through WTCE. Funds are available to eligible North Carolina residents, either during the course or once the course is completed. Interested students should contact Joseph ‘Jay’ McDougal at 336‑386‑3245 or mcdougaljr@surry.edu
• NC WORKS - NEXT GEN (Grant for students 18 - 24 years of age) - Funding available to students who need additional assistance to enter or complete an education program or to secure or hold employment. Interested students in Surry County should call 336-786-9763 and in Yadkin County, students should contact Rhett Brown at 336‑386‑3271 or brownrj@surry.edu.
• NC Works (Grant for students over 25 years of age) - Funding assistance for job training programs in Career Support Services. Interested students in Surry County should call 336-786-9763 and in Yadkin County, students should contact Rhett Brown at 336‑386‑3271 or brownrj@surry.edu.
• NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE - This program helps to fund Basic Law Enforcement Programs. Interested students should contact Jim McHone, Director of Basic Law Enforcement Training at 336‑386‑3292 or mchonej@surry.edu, or Barry Vanhoy at 336-386-3696 or vanhoyb@surry.edu.
• STATE EMPLOYEES CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS - Available to students who are currently enrolled in a WTCE course that leads to certification. Students must be in good standing. Applications are distributed to students twice per year. Interested students should contact Michael Profitt at 336‑386‑3247 or profittm@surry.edu.
• VETERANS ADMINISTRATION EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS - Available to military veterans who are interested in Basic Law Enforcement Training. Interested students should contact Joseph “Jay” McDougal, Coordinator of Veteran Affairs at 336‑386‑3245 or mcdougaljr@surry.edu. VA students interested in the Truck Driving Training Program must contact Caldwell Community College’s VA office.
• Short-Term Workforce Development (STWD) Grant Program - The Short-Term Workforce Development Grant Program will provide financial assistance of up to $750 for NC resident (determined by RDS) students who enroll in non-credit, short-term workforce training programs that lead to an industry recognized credential in fields with employer demand and competitive wages.

Surry Community College Foundation, Inc.

The Surry Community College Foundation was established in 1966 with guidance from the SCC Board of Trustees. Priorities for the Foundation are to provide funding for the student scholarship program, to support college initiatives, to acquire property for expansion of educational opportunities, and to promote enhancement of the regional educational experience.

The Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization. Through the generosity of donors, the SCC Foundation currently provides an annual scholarship program for students based on financial need, program of study, academic excellence, community involvement, and other criteria as defined by scholarship agreements. In addition, the Foundation monitors the needs of the college through cooperation with the SCC President and Board of Trustees to provide resources which will enable Surry Community College to continue a tradition of educational excellence for Surry and Yadkin counties.

Contributions to the SCC Foundation can be made online at www.surry.edu or mailed to:

Surry Community College Foundation
630 South Main Street
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386‑3269

SCC Foundation Board of Directors

Emeritus Members

The Ambassador Scholars Program

The Ambassador Scholars Program was originated by the Foundation in 1993. Ambassadors are students who are proven leaders and scholars. The Ambassadors are public relations representatives for the College and Foundation. They are chosen from a variety of curriculum areas and have differing educational and career goals. For more information, contact the Student Services Office at (336) 386‑3264.