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Johnston Community College Announces Fourth Semester of Record Enrollment

JCC sees another semester of double-digit increases in credit students


Johnston Community College (JCC) has reached another enrollment milestone, achieving its highest-ever enrollment for a spring semester. On day one of classes for the spring semester, the college had 5,246 degree-seeking students enrolled. That is a ten percent increase over last spring, marking the College’s fourth consecutive semester of double-digit percentage increases in enrollment.

"We are proud to welcome another record-breaking number of new and returning students to the JCC community," said President Dr. Vern L. Lindquist. "This continued growth underscores the appeal of our programs, the value of our education, and the trust that students and their families place in us.”

In its ongoing commitment to student success and community impact, JCC has entered into several strategic partnerships to bolster enrollment and retention. The College has engaged in targeted outreach programs and implemented innovative technologies to drive student success and support—all while being supported by the Johnston County Commissioners’ Promise, a last-dollar funding initiative for recent Johnston High School graduates.

JCC is using advanced student engagement platforms, predictive analytics for early intervention, and digital resources to enhance the learning experience and encourage persistence.

“As we expand our reach and enhance our offerings, we are not just transforming individual lives—we’re changing the trajectories of entire families and communities,” Lindquist said. “This is the core mission of a community college, and it’s a mission we are proud to bring to life every single day.”

To learn more about what JCC has to offer, visit www.johnstoncc.edu.