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Future you will thank you.
Central Piedmont, by the numbers
6
campuses & 2 centers
Get ahead close to home with eight locations in the Charlotte area.
~300
academic programs
Earn a degree, certificate or diploma — or take personal enrichment courses — across 14 career fields designed to align with your goals.
~60K
total students
Study at one of the largest community colleges in North Carolina with the resources and employer connections to help you thrive.
$5M
in scholarships
We provide millions in scholarships each year, helping to make high-quality education even more affordable.
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Fill out the 2027-28 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to see how you can further lower the cost of your college education. The FAFSA determines your eligibility for federal, state and college aid like Pell Grants and work-study, plus many scholarships. The application is now open.
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About Central Piedmont Community College
Since 1963, Central Piedmont has offered an affordable, hands-on education built to transform lives. What students learn here strengthens the economic, social and cultural environment of the Charlotte area and beyond.
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News and events
USGA Greenkeeper Apprenticeship Program expands to Charlotte with Central Piedmont partnership
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Central Piedmont opens new Cosmetic Arts Building at Harris Campus, expanding cosmetology offerings for students and community
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Central Piedmont launches new Leading Boldly strategic plan to become nation’s most transformative community college
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Central Piedmont receives Metallica Scholars Initiative grant, surpassing $200,000 in support for future healthcare professionals
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The SGA Spot
The SGA Spot
📍 Parr Center, Top of the Collaboration Stairs
🕑 Every Other Monday | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Stop by to chat with your student leaders, hear what's happening on campus, ask questions, and share your ideas. We look forward to connecting with you!
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