The graduation rate measures the share of students who complete their degree within 150% of normal program time — for a 4-year degree, that's 6 years. A higher rate signals stronger academic support, financial aid, and student services. Low graduation rates may indicate higher dropout risk, often tied to cost, academic fit, or institutional support gaps. Vance-Granville Community College's 53% graduation rate places it in the Moderate tier — at a moderate completion level.
| # | College | Grad Rate | Rating | Retention | In-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Carolinas College of Health Sciences
Charlotte
|
100% | 🟢 Excellent | N/A | $18,882 |
| 2 |
Duke University
Durham
|
97% | 🟢 Excellent | 98% | $68,758 |
| 3 |
Leons Beauty School Inc
Greensboro
|
96% | 🟢 Excellent | 85% | N/A |
| 4 |
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill
|
91% | 🟢 Excellent | 97% | $8,994 |
| 5 |
Davidson College
Davidson
|
91% | 🟢 Excellent | 95% | $64,410 |