Rowan-Cabarrus Mission

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College improves lives and builds community through public higher education and workforce development.

Rowan-Cabarrus Statement of Purpose

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is an open-door, comprehensive, learning-centered institution of public higher education serving the citizens of Rowan and Cabarrus counties. The College, a part of the North Carolina Community College System, offers affordable occupational and educational programs leading to Associate in Arts degree, Associate in Engineering, Associate in Science degree, Associate in Fine Arts degree, Associate in General Education degree, and Associate in Applied Science degrees. Diplomas and certificates are awarded for other occupational, adult and continuing education programs.

The primary focus of the College is workforce development, meeting the educational needs of the individual and changing requirements of the workplace. Reflecting its commitment to student learning outcomes, the College strives to inspire its students to increase their knowledge, develop occupational and technical proficiencies, respond to lifelong learning opportunities, and expand their awareness as responsible citizens in a democratic society.

Rowan-Cabarrus Vision

Building sustainable futures through the power of learning.

Rowan-Cabarrus Values

We are committed to our college and our community through our values:

• Excellence and innovation in education and workforce development;
• Continuous improvement through lifelong learning and achievement;
• Trust, integrity, equity, inclusiveness and mutual respect;
• Exemplary service through teamwork;
• Responsiveness, resiliency, sustainability, accountability;
• Leadership, partnership and global citizenship.