Craven Community College

What Craven Community College does

Craven Community College is a public two-year community college founded in 1965 and operated by the North Carolina Community College System, headquartered in New Bern, North Carolina with additional campuses in Havelock and the Volt Center workforce development facility. The institution serves the Craven County region and surrounding Eastern North Carolina communities through a portfolio of more than 150 academic and workforce programs, delivering 115+ degrees, diplomas, and certificates across 15 career interest areas including health, construction trades, information technology, industrial manufacturing, transportation, and university transfer. Its core technology stack is a Moodle-based learning management system paired with a cloud-hosted Self-Service student information portal, supporting both in-person instruction at the three campuses and over 40 fully online programs with an average class size of 13 students.

The college's business model relies on a mix of state appropriations, student tuition set under NC Community College System guidelines, federal financial aid (Pell Grants, Next NC Scholarship, Golden LEAF Scholarship), and private donations. Pricing is tiered by program type — semester-based subscription pricing for curriculum programs, unit pricing (e.g., $196.60 per course) for select workforce courses like Surgical Technology — with financial aid often covering up to 100% of tuition for eligible students. The go-to-market motion is community-led, drawing students through high school dual-enrollment pipelines (Career & College Promise), military-friendly programs leveraging VA benefits, university transfer partnerships (NC State, ECU, UNC Wilmington, Fayetteville State, NC Wesleyan, and Wolfpack Connect guaranteed admission), and direct workforce training for local employers across healthcare, manufacturing, transportation, and trades. A notable institutional differentiator is the unique NC State University Engineering Transfer Program, which places NC State faculty on Craven CC's Havelock campus and earned ABET accreditation in 2014.

The institution is governed as a public government entity under the State Board of Community Colleges with a foundation arm handling fundraising. Strategic priorities evident in 2023-2026 include construction of a $12 million Public Safety Training Center, expansion of Volt Center trades facilities, deepening of apprenticeship and employer partnerships, and continued investment in STEM capacity. The leadership team is led by College President Dr. Ray Staats with Vice Presidents overseeing instruction, student services, and institutional advancement.

Name

Craven Community College

Legal name

Craven Community College

Website

https://cravencc.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Craven Community College is a public two-year community college in New Bern, North Carolina, serving Craven County through 150+ academic, transfer, and workforce programs across three campuses and online, with a unique NC State Engineering partnership.

Ownership category

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Product category

Community College Education

NAICS

Junior Colleges (61121), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Community Colleges (EDAHADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Comprehensive Community Colleges (Transfer + Workforce) (EDAHADAE), Junior Colleges (Associate-Degree Granting) (EDAHADAC)

Keywords

• Community college education
• Workforce development training
• University transfer pathways
• Career technical education
• Adult learning programs

Headquarters

HQ city

New Bern

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Primary revenue from student tuition and fees for credit programs including curriculum courses, workforce development classes, and continuing education programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Craven Community College is a public two-year community college delivering credit-bearing curriculum programs, university transfer degrees, career and technical training, and short-term workforce development courses. Instruction is delivered across three physical campuses (New Bern, Havelock, and the Volt Center) plus an online learning platform (Moodle LMS) offering more than 150 programs and 115+ degrees, diplomas, and certificates.

Product overview

Craven Community College offers a multi-pathway educational portfolio organized around five core products: (1) University Transfer Programs — degree pathways with formal university partnerships including NC State Engineering (Havelock campus, ABET-accredited), East Carolina University, UNC Wilmington, Fayetteville State, North Carolina Wesleyan, and Wolfpack Connect guaranteed admission; (2) Career Training Programs — 15 career interest areas spanning Health, Information Technology, Construction Trades, Industrial Manufacturing, Transportation, Business & Finance, Education, Hospitality, Law Enforcement, and more, leading to 115+ degrees, diplomas, and certificates; (3) Workforce Development — short-term specialized training for careers in CDL Truck Driving, Barbering, Welding, HVAC, Electrical, Diesel, Heavy Equipment Operations, Massage Therapy, Surgical Technology, and Solar PV, with VA benefit approval for eligible programs; (4) Career & College Promise (CCP) — tuition-free dual enrollment for high school students; and (5) Adult Learning — Adult High School, GED, and ESL programs. These educational products are supported by technology infrastructure including Moodle LMS, the Student Self-Service Portal, and a comprehensive online learning platform with 40+ fully online programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• University Transfer Programs Associate degree programs designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor's degree, with formal transfer pathways to NC public and private universities.
• NC State Engineering Transfer Partnership Engineering bachelor's degree program delivered in partnership with NC State University at Craven CC's Havelock campus, the only community college in the NC system with NC State engineering faculty on-site.
• Career & College Promise (CCP) Tuition-free dual-enrollment program that lets high school juniors and seniors earn college credits and credentials toward a degree or industry-recognized certificate while completing high school.
• Career Training Programs For-credit career and technical education programs spanning 15 career interest areas, leading to associate degrees, diplomas, certificates, and industry credentials in healthcare, trades, manufacturing, IT, business, and public safety.
• Workforce Development Short-term, specialized training programs designed to provide job-ready credentials for entry or advancement in high-demand fields such as CDL trucking, welding, HVAC, electrical, barbering, diesel, and solar PV installation.
• Solar Photovoltaic Technology Training Program Hybrid seated and online training program in solar photovoltaic technology, offered through the Volt Center and aimed at students pursuing solar energy installation and maintenance credentials.
• Apprenticeship Programs Earn-while-you-learn registered apprenticeship pathways that combine paid on-the-job work experience with related technical instruction, leading to professional credentials in partnership with local employers and ApprenticeshipNC.
• Adult Learning Adult education programs for adults seeking to complete their high school equivalency (Adult High School or GED), improve basic literacy, or learn English as a Second Language.
• Health Programs Applications Selective-admission health career programs leading to credentials in nursing, medical assisting, physical therapist assisting, and health information technology, with clinical rotations at regional healthcare providers.
• Online Learning More than 40 fully online degree, diploma, and certificate programs delivered asynchronously through the Moodle LMS, including self-paced continuing education courses via Ed2Go.
• Small Business Center Free advisory, workshop, and resource center for small business owners and entrepreneurs in Craven County, providing counseling, the SBC Generator, SBC Resources, and the Reboot webinar series.
• Community Enrichment Program Non-credit lifelong learning program offering personal enrichment classes in cultural exploration, travel, hobbies, and general interest topics for community members of all ages.
• Summer Camps Annual youth summer camp programs delivered on the New Bern and Havelock campuses covering arts, STEM, trades, and general enrichment for children and teenagers.
• TRIO Student Support Services Federally funded TRIO program providing academic advising, tutoring, financial aid guidance, and transfer assistance for first-generation college students, low-income students, and students with disabilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 46 engineering students graduated from local NC State program with 42 entering local engineering positions
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and secondary.

• NC State UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2004Unique Engineering Transfer Program partnership allowing students to earn bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from NC State without leaving Havelock campus. Only community college with NC State faculty present. Accredited by ABET in 2014. Program began after decade of planning to grow local engineers for FRC East at MCAS Cherry Point.
• East Carolina UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partnership for seamless transfer to ECU after completing associate degree at Craven CC. Students can complete first two years locally then transfer as junior.
• UNC WilmingtoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partnership providing transfer pathway for students to complete bachelor's degree at UNC Wilmington after starting at Craven CC.
• Wolfpack ConnectcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGuaranteed transfer admission program to NC State University for Craven CC students. Formalizes partnership and ensures smooth transition for transfer students.
• Fayetteville State UniversitysecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partnership providing transfer pathway options for students to continue education toward bachelor's degree.
• North Carolina Wesleyan UniversitysecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partnership for transfer opportunities to North Carolina Wesleyan University.
• Craven County SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with local school district including Craven Early College program allowing high school students to earn associate degree while completing high school diploma.
• ApprenticeshipNCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState apprenticeship program partnership providing registered apprenticeship opportunities for Craven CC students. Hosts employer information and networking events.
• Food Bank of Central & Eastern North CarolinasecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerBuilding Bridges program funds CDL and forklift training for underserved students. Food Bank covers tuition costs and provides $200 weekly support scholarships plus food boxes.
• CarolinaEast Health SystemsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for healthcare workforce training including EVS/Housekeeping program with fee waivers and job interviews. Surgical Technology clinical rotations at Carolina East Health System.
• Craven-Pamlico Re-Entry CouncilsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership supporting formerly incarcerated individuals with re-entry services and workforce training opportunities.
• Craven County Economic DevelopmentsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerEconomic development partnership supporting workforce training for local industry needs.
• STEMEast NetworksecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional STEM partnership hosting events like 'Engineering Your Future' to inspire students for STEM careers.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Wake Technical Community College: North Carolina's largest community college based in Raleigh, NC. Comparable as a fellow NC Community College System institution offering transfer, workforce, and continuing education, though at significantly larger scale.
• Central Piedmont Community College: Large urban NC community college in Charlotte. Comparable as a fellow NC Community College System institution with broad transfer, career, and workforce programs, though serving a much larger metro market.
• Lenoir Community College: Public NC community college in Kinston, NC serving a neighboring Eastern NC county. Comparable as a rural NC community college with university transfer, workforce development, and continuing education programs of similar scale.
• Pitt Community College: Public NC community college in Winterville, NC serving a similar Eastern NC region with university transfer, career training, and workforce development programs. Directly comparable as a fellow NC Community College System institution with similar program mix and student demographics.
• Fayetteville Technical Community College: Larger public NC community college in Fayetteville, NC with extensive workforce and technical programs and strong military connections via Fort Liberty. Comparable as a fellow NC Community College System institution with similar military-affiliated student base.
• Coastal Carolina Community College: Public NC community college in Jacksonville, NC — immediately adjacent to Craven CC's footprint with strong military connections via Camp Lejeune. Closest comparable peer given similar military-friendly programs, community profile, and Eastern NC location.
• Carteret Community College: Public NC community college in Morehead City, NC located in the same coastal Eastern NC region. Comparable in size, mission, and program mix including transfer, workforce, and adult learning programs.

Regional players

• James Sprunt Community College: Small public NC community college in Kenansville, NC serving a neighboring Eastern NC rural county. Comparable as a small rural NC community college with university transfer and workforce programs, though operating at smaller scale than Craven CC.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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Investments

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