About the College

Carteret Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees. Inquiries regarding the programs and services of Carteret Community College should be addressed with the College directly. For questions about the accreditation of Carteret Community College contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500.

Carteret Community College is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as an institution of higher learning and is qualified to receive federal assistance in its higher education programs.

Carteret Community College’s High School Diploma Program meets the standards required by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction for the purpose of awarding high school diplomas.

Hours of Operation

Normal Operating Schedule
Monday – Thursday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

These are the hours for all operations (Business Office, Student Services, etc.). Student Services may operate until 6:00 or 7:00 pm each day and additional hours may be posted for peak registration periods. The respective vice president or dean determine the operating hours for each respective area. If extended hours are scheduled, Security should be notified.

Friday, 8:00 am – 3:30 pm

These are the hours for all operations with the exception of the Business Office and Student Services (McGee Building), a staffing rotation is currently in place to cover business operations until 5:00 pm for these departments. Each respective area may extend hours of operation based on classes, registrations, and other required activities. The respective vice president or dean determine the operating hours for each respective area. In some cases (i.e., Continuing Education and Basic Skills) and as needed, may operate until 5:00 pm if classes or programs are scheduled to begin after 3:30 pm on Friday. If extended hours are scheduled, security should be notified.

Summer Operating Schedule
Monday – Thursday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

These are the hours for all operations. The College is closed on Fridays during summer semester unless otherwise noted by respective vice president or dean. If extended hours are scheduled, Security should be notified.

For additional information contact:
Carteret Community College
3505 Arendell Street Morehead City, NC 28557
Phone: (252) 222-6000
Fax: (252) 222-6265