Welcome to Your TCCC Survival Guide

Tri-County Community College is an accredited, comprehensive, publicly supported, two-year post-secondary institution, which operates in accordance with North Carolina Law and the administrative policies of the North Carolina Community College System. Located in the westernmost tip of North Carolina, the College serves commuter students in a remote, rural area consisting of Cherokee, Clay, and Graham Counties by providing college transfer, vocational, technical, and adult education programs.

“The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.” 

- William Arthur Ward

Values

Integrity - We will serve as a model of integrity for our students, demonstrating accountability and committing ourselves to a high ethical standard.

Community - We strive to foster a synergistic relationship with our local, national, and global communities.

Excellence - Throughout all levels of our campus, we will pursue excellence in education, instruction, and service.

Accessibility - We provide opportunities for students to pursue their personal, academic, and professional aspirations through our open door policy, student support services, and community enrichment efforts.

Empathy - We celebrate the human connection through nurturing an inclusive environment, serving as a nonjudgmental platform for ideas, and embracing the diversity of our student body.

Mission

The mission of Tri-County Community College is to engage students in learning, help students succeed, and enrich the communities we serve. This mission is accomplished through:

• Innovative and effective teaching.
• Supportive and efficient learning environments.
• Strong local and regional partnerships.

Goals

The goals of Tri-County Community College are to:

• Engage our students in their educational programs, our campus culture, our community, and the world.
• Utilize continuous assessment and professional development to provide students with quality instruction, academic support, and student support services.
• Maintain and grow institutional enrollment by recruiting new students and supporting the retention of current students through completion.
• Provide a safe, supportive, and effective learning environment.
• Develop and nurture relationships with community partners to support the economic and educational development of our service area.
• Fund our operations efficiently and dynamically.