About Robeson Community College

The Campus

Robeson Community College is located at the intersection of US 301 and Interstate 95 (Exit 22) in Lumberton making it one of the most visible institutions in the North Carolina Community College System.

Millions of tourists each year travel I-95, catching more than a glimpse of the attractive landscape that makes up the 127 acre campus. The College also has a 20-acre Emergency Services Training Center located southeast of Lumberton on Highway 72, at the Duke Energy Weatherspoon Power Plant and a satellite campus at ComTech Business Park near Pembroke. Campus facilities occupy more than 227,665 square feet in classrooms, offices, and laboratories.

Campus Visits

Visitors to Robeson Community College are welcome. Offices are open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Summer {(mid-May thru early-August) visit the RCC Homepage [opens in a new window] for specific dates} hours are Monday through Wednesday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. To arrange a guided tour of our campus, please contact the Admissions Office at 910-272-3342.

History of the College

Robeson Community College (RCC) began in 1965 as an extension of Fayetteville Technical Institute, operating from Barker Ten-Mile Elementary School with just 20 students. By 1968, it became independent as Robeson Technical Institute and was later renamed Robeson Community College, reflecting its commitment to serving Robeson County through vocational, technical, college transfer, and continuing education programs.

From 1972 to 1988, the main campus expanded to 188,662 square feet, supporting 23 curriculum programs and a range of continuing education offerings. The Emergency Services Training Center was added in 1997, enhancing training in law enforcement, rescue, and firefighting.

In 1997, the College introduced the College Transfer program, broadening access to four-year institutions. Continued growth brought new facilities: an Education site at COMtech (2004), renovations and labs for the Electrical/Electronics Program (2005), and a state-of-the-art Health Science Building (2006). The 2010 opening of the Charles V. Chrestman Workforce Development Center brought total campus space to over 245,000 square feet.

Despite the challenges of the 2020 pandemic, RCC advanced with a new Multi-Purpose Fire Training Building, construction of an EMS facility, and major IT upgrades—campus-wide fiber optics, cloud-based systems, and new audio/visual equipment to support remote learning. A new law enforcement training site also opened at the Green Grove site.

In 2025, RCC celebrates its 60th anniversary with the launch of its athletics program—joining the NJCAA with men’s baseball beginning in fall 2025 and women’s softball in 2026. The College introduced its new mascot, the Diamond Eagles, and is breaking  ground on a new Career and Technical Building, with a short-term healthcare facility in the planning phase.

From its humble beginnings, RCC has grown to 150 full-time and 250 part-time staff, continuing its mission to empower students and strengthen the community.

The Community College System

Robeson Community College is one of 58 colleges in the North Carolina Community College System. Most of the development of the present day system occurred as a result of the formation of Industrial Education Centers in the 1950’s, established to help give North Carolina the skills needed to move from working on the farm to working in industry.

The passage of the Community College Act in 1963 created today’s system. The system, the third largest in the United States, is made up of community colleges, technical colleges, and technical institutions. Although the names differ, the goals are principally the same; job training.

Accreditation

Robeson Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Robeson Community College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Robeson Community College may be directed in writing   to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA  30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

The Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools is a regional accrediting agency whose mission is to: “assure the educational quality and improve the effectiveness of its member institutions”. To learn more about the College’s accreditation status with SACSCOC or to find out more about the accreditation process, please visit the SACSCOC website (http://www.sacscoc.org [opens in a new tab]). Any questions concerning the accreditation of Robeson Community College may be made directly to the College or to SACSCOC. The College’s Assistant Vice-President of Instruction and Student Support Services coordinates all College related SACSCOC activities.

For procedures for filing a complaint against the College, a student is advised to follow SACSCOC complaint policies. You may access the policy and procedures, as well as the steps to file a complaint at https://sacscoc.org/app/uploads/2020/01/ComplaintPolicy-1.pdf.

Prior to filing a complaint, please thoroughly read the policies and procedures established by the Commission. The complaint policy does not address issues related to “individual matters of admission, grades, granting or transferability of credits, application of academic policies, fees or other financial matters, disciplinary matters or other contractual rights and obligations”, but has been established to address only significant non-compliance with the SACSCOC accreditation standards, policies or procedures.

In order to file a complaint, students must adhere to SACSCOC published complaint policies. As stated in the “Complaint Procedures Against the Commission or Its Accredited Institutions”.

The Commission expects individuals to attempt to resolve the issue through all means available to the complainant, including following the institutions own published grievance procedures, before submitting a complaint to the Commission. Therefore, the Commissions usual practice is not to consider a complaint that is currently in administrative proceedings, including institutional proceedings, or in litigation. However, if there is substantial, credible evidence that indicates systemic problems with an accredited institution, the Commission may, at its discretion, choose to proceed with the review.

To file a complaint, the student must complete the Commission’s Complaint Form and send two print copies to the President, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097.

Associate Degree Nursing Program

The Associate Degree Nursing program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation.

National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation
https://cnea.nln.org/
2600 Virginia Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20037
(202) 909-2487

The Associate Degree Nursing Program is approved by the North Carolina Board of Nursing (NCBON). 

Barbering Program

The Barbering Program is approved by the North Carolina Board of Barber Examiners. 

Basic Law Enforcement Training Program

The Basic Law Enforcement Training Program is accredited by the North Carolina Department of Justice Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.

Cosmetology Program

The Cosmetology Program is approved by the North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Arts. 

Emergency Medical Science Program

The Robeson Community College Paramedic program is accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

Program Goals:
“To prepare Paramedics who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (Behavior) learning domains to enter the profession.”

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
9355 – 113^th St. N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
(727) 210-2350
www.caahep.org

2023 Annual Report Statistics
NREMT/State Written Exam: 86.7%
Retention: 40.5%
Positive (Job) Placement: 86.7%

Medical Sonography Program

The Medical Sonography Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS).

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 
9355 – 113th St. N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org

Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
6021 University Boulevard, Suite 500
Ellicott City, MD 21043
443-973-3251
www.jrcdms.org

Nurse Aide Program

The Nurse Aide Program is approved by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Division of Health Regulation Health Care Personnel Registry Section Center for Aide and Education (CARE). 

Center for Aide Regulation and Education 
2709 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-2709
https://ncnar.ncdhhs.gov/ [opens in a new tab]
919-855-3969 

Practical Nursing Program

The Practical Nursing Program is approved by the North Carolina Board of Nursing (NCBON). 

North Carolina Board of Nursing 
P.O. Box 2129, Raleigh, NC 27602-2129 
http://www.ncbon.com [opens in a new tab]
919-782-3211 

Radiography Program

The Radiography Program is accredited by Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). 

Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology  
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182 
http://www.jrcert.org [opens in a new tab]
312-704-5300 

Respiratory Therapy Program

The Respiratory Therapy Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). 

Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care 
264 Precision Blvd Telford,TN 37690 
http://www.coarc.com [opens in a new tab]
817-283-2835 

Surgical Technology Program

The Surgical Technology Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA). 

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 
9355 113th St. N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
http://www.caahep.org [opens in a new tab]
727-210-2350

Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting 
19751 East Mainstreet, Suite #339, Parker, CO 80138
http://www.arcstsa.org [opens in a new tab]
303-694-9262 

The North Carolina Community College System approves the programs of study for all degrees, diplomas and certificates offered by Robeson Community College.  

Most programs offered by the College have been approved for the enrollment of eligible veterans.

Mission Statement

Robeson Community College ignites a vibrant learning environment where academic, technical, and real-world experiences intersect and creates a culture of success driven by relentless inquiry, tangible results, and a profound commitment to excellence.

Vision Statement

Robeson Community College is celebrated as a premier academic and career technical institution, transforming lives through unparalleled teaching, dynamic learning experiences, and an unwavering dedication to service.

We Succeed Through

• Academic Excellence, with expert faculty utilizing innovative teaching strategies and state-of-the-art technology to prepare students to compete in a future-focused workforce
• Empowered Support, prioritizing services meeting individualized student needs, encouraging self-advocacy, and connecting learners more deeply within the college, community, and workforce
• Innovation, cultivating programs to align with emerging industry needs and workforce demands while scheduling with the flexibility to accommodate students’ lives
• Integrity through honest, compassionate, and responsive interactions with all stakeholders
• Growth, expanding partnerships, programming, service locations, technology, and opportunities based on data-informed decisions to serve the diverse needs of all citizens and learners
• Professional Development, actively promoting skill enhancement among faculty and staff to provide expert leadership and growth opportunities in an evolving educational environment

Reach, Rise, and Redefine Strategic Plan 2024-2029    

Performance Measures for Student Success

The Performance Measures for Student Success Report is the North Carolina Community College System’s major accountability document. This annual performance report is based on data compiled from the previous year and serves to inform colleges and the public on the performance of our 58 community colleges.

In 1993, the State Board of Community Colleges began monitoring performance data on specific measures to ensure public accountability for programs and services. In 1998, the General Assembly directed the State Board to review past performance measures and define standards to ensure programs and services offered by community colleges in North Carolina were of sufficient quality.

In 2010, a review process was established to ensure the measures and methods for evaluating colleges were current and remained focused on improving student success. Every three years, a committee that is inclusive of college leaders; subject matter experts; and research and assessment professionals are appointed to review the measures and recommend deletions, revisions, and additions. Recommendations from the most recent review were approved in 2021.

The current list of measures includes:

Baselines and Excellence Levels

The outcomes funding model associated with the performance measures was implemented in 2013. A major component of this model is the establishment of system‐wide baseline and excellence levels for each measure. These statistically defined levels were developed to provide consistency and promote transparency, simplicity, and objectivity.

Baseline levels are set two standard deviations below the system’s average index scores.  The average band is within 0.5 standard deviations above or below the average index score.

Performance Measures & Standards

2024 Performance Summary Report

Reported values are index scores.

For a complete report of the NCCCS Performance Measures for Student Success visit online: www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/analytics/state-and-federal-reports [opens in a new window]