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A University In South Carolina Offers Drastically Reduced Tuition To Help Finish That Degree

Getting a four-year degree comes with its share of challenges.  And, I applaud anyone who sticks it out to complete the task.  Also, I stand with anyone who chooses to…

business building on campus of Coastal Carolina University in South Carolina

The Wall Business Building on the campus of Coastal Carolina University. The university in South Carolina has offered a tuition incentive to help folks finish their degree at reduced rates.

Debbie Nance

Getting a four-year degree comes with its share of challenges.  And, I applaud anyone who sticks it out to complete the task.  Also, I stand with anyone who chooses to head straight into a career.  Your path is your path.  And, there's no one size fits all.  But, if you find yourself in a situation where you have some college credits without the degree there's help if you want to finally finish it.   Coastal Carolina University in South Carolina is offering drastically reduced tuition to residents who need to complete that degree.

The new program, known as "CCU Complete," offers a reduced rate one semester tuition incentive, according to WMBF.  And, through the CCU Complete program students deemed eligible take up to 5 online courses for $100 each in one semester.  And, trust me, as a parent of a CCU student, that's a great deal!

According to the guidelines, the student needs to be a current resident in South Carolina with college credit, but no degree.  And, former students can participate as long as they haven't been enrolled at CCU for 4 consecutive semesters.

Of course, I know this probably applies to so many folks.  I get it.  Even with the best of intentions to finish that schooling life intervenes and plans change.  And, for some that's perfectly fine.  However, others simply want to finish what they started.  Or, their career path improves with a degree.  So, this is a great way to help put more folks into the local workforce.

So, if you find yourself in this position and wish to finish your degree, explore your options.  And, to learn more about the CCU Complete Program visit coastal.edu.  According to the site, eligible online undergraduate completion degrees include Bachelor of Professional Studies and  Health Administration.  And, eligible online undergraduate degrees include Hospitality, Resort & Tourism, Information Technology and Marketing.  Plus, there's a form online to apply.

These Are The Top 25 Highest Rated Community Colleges In North Carolina

With the cost of college soaring, high school seniors and those looking to go back to school have tough decisions to make. In many circumstances, it doesn't make sense to go to a 4-year University. Whether you are looking to take a more specialized career path or just knock out some credits before transferring over to another institution to finish your degree. Regardless of your motivation community college is a great option and one that many people choose to pursue. Additionally, community colleges are cheaper than even in-state schools and have 100% admission rates. This makes them accessible to more prospective students. But which school should you go to? There are many community colleges in North Carolina. Some of your decision may depend on the field you'd like to study. There is also a discrepancy in cost between different schools. Location of course also is an important factor as students at community colleges do not live on campus. That's why Niche created its Community College Rankings. Keep reading to see the top 25 highest-rated community colleges in North Carolina.

On this list, you'll find public junior colleges, public technical schools, and all other public 2-year colleges. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

25. Brunswick Community College

Location: Bolivia, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $7,400

24. Central Piedmont Community College

Location: Charlotte, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $6,652

23. Rowan-Cabarrus Community College

Location: Salisbury, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $3,451

22. Southeastern Community College

Location: Whiteville, NC

Acceptance Rate: 110%

Net Cost: $4,534

21. Wake Technical College

Location: Raleigh, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $5,269

20. Richmond Community College

Location: Hamlet, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $4,984

19. Nash Community College

Location: Rocky Mount, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $6,321

18. Lenoir Community College

Location: Kinston, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $4,836

17. Guilford Technical Community College

Location: Jamestown, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $10,857

16. Piedmont Community College

Location: Roxboro, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $2,844

15. Johnston Community College

Location: Smithfield, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $5,735

14. Surry Community College

Location: Dobson, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $7,196

13. College of Albemarle

Location: Elizabeth City, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $,4613

12. Halifax Community College

Location: Weldon, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $3,514

11. Davidson-Davie Community College

Location: Thomasville, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $7,922

10. Western Piedmont Community College

Location: Morganton, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $5,093

9. Randolph Community College

Location: Asheboro, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $6,58

8. Cleveland Community College

Location: Shelby, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $1,048

7. Sampson Community College

Location: Clinton, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $10,312

6. Stanly Community College

Location: Albemarle, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $6,219

5. Blue Ridge Community College

Location: Flat Rock, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $7,924

4. Sandhills Community College

Location: Pinehurst, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $8,967

3. Wayne Community College

Location: Goldsboro, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $5,900

2. Southwestern Community College (North Carolina)

Location: Sylva, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $5,562

1. Craven Community College

Location: New Bern, NC

Acceptance Rate: 100%

Net Cost: $6,967

Debbie Nance is the afternoon co-host along with her husband on "The Charlie and Debbie Show" at WSOC, Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been with the station for 18 years. Debbie is a CMA Award winner for Radio Personality of the Year. And, she has worked in radio for 40 years. Before her current afternoon position, Debbie spent more than a decade as co-host on morning shows in several markets across the Southeast. As a content creator for Country 1037, Debbie writes articles about food, new restaurants in the Carolinas and travel experiences.