General Info

Catawba Valley Community College, established in 1958, offers associate degrees and technical programs to students. It offers a variety of academic courses, such as science, business studies, humanities, mathematics, behavioral science, and health and physical education. The various technical courses offered by the college include automotive systems, criminal justice, engineering and industrial technology, environmental life science, fire protection technology, furniture manufacturing and truck driver training. The services offered by the college include housing and dining, financial aid, career counseling and planning, job placement, and medical assistance. It provides various sports activities, including basketball, volleyball and cross country, and a variety of club activities, such as dental hygiene, cyber crime, photography, radiography, theater arts and chess clubs. Catawba Valley Community College is located in Hickory, N.C.