Wake Technical Community College

Wake Technical Community College (Wake Tech) is a public community college located in Raleigh, North Carolina. Established in 1958, it has grown to become the largest community college in the state. The college offers a wide range of programs and services to meet the diverse needs of its students and the local community.

Academic Programs

Wake Tech provides associate degrees and certificates across 57 fields of study. Popular programs include Business Administration, Information Technology, and Liberal Arts. The college also offers specialized degrees in Applied Science, such as Radiography, Emergency Medical Services, Neurodiagnostic Technology, Nursing, and Personal Fitness Training.

Additionally, Wake Tech has programs in Culinary Arts, Dental Assisting, Dental Hygiene, Medical Laboratory Technician, and Phlebotomy.

Workforce Development

Recognizing the importance of a skilled workforce, Wake Tech offers customized corporate training programs tailored to meet the specific needs of local businesses. These programs are designed to enhance employees' skills, contributing to the economic growth of the region.

The college's activities, including those of its students and graduates, add an estimated $2.68 billion to the local economy each year.

Campuses and Locations

Wake Tech operates multiple campuses throughout Wake County, including:

• Southern Wake Campus: The original campus, located at 9101 Fayetteville Road in Raleigh.
• Beltline Education Center: Located at 3200 Bush Street in Raleigh, housing the college's non-degree Workforce Continuing Education division.
• Eastern Wake Education Center: Situated at 519 Industrial Drive in Zebulon, offering non-degree training.
• North Wake College and Career Academy: Found at 931 Durham Road in Wake Forest, a collaboration between Wake Tech, the school system, and local government.
• Perry Health Sciences Campus: At 2901 Holston Lane in Raleigh, adjacent to WakeMed Hospital, focusing on healthcare training.
• Public Safety Education Campus: Located at 321 Chapanoke Road in Raleigh, accredited for law enforcement training.
• RTP Campus: Serving western Wake County and Research Triangle Park, at 10908 Chapel Hill Road in Morrisville.
• Scott Northern Wake Campus: A 125-acre campus at 6600 Louisburg Road in Raleigh.
• Vernon Malone College and Career Academy: Located at 2200 S. Wilmington Street in Raleigh, another collaborative campus.
• Wake Early College of Health and Sciences: At 2901 Holston Lane in Raleigh, training high school students with the school system.
• Wake Early College of Information and Biotechnologies: Located at 10908 Chapel Hill Road in Morrisville, for high school students.
• Wake Tech East: A 106-acre campus opened in April 2024 at 5401 Rolesville Road in Wendell.
• Western Wake Campus: Located at 3434 Kildaire Farm Road in Cary, offering Associate in Arts degrees.

The college serves over 64,000 students across these campuses.

Student Life and Athletics

Wake Tech offers a vibrant student life with numerous organizations and activities. The athletics program includes nine teams:

• Men's baseball
• Women's softball and volleyball
• Men's and women's basketball
• Men's and women's golf
• Men's and women's soccer

The mascot, Talon the Eagle, represents the school's spirit. In 2020, Wake Tech launched a competitive Esports program, reflecting its commitment to diverse student interests.

Location

Wake Technical Community College is primarily based in Raleigh, NC, USA, serving the greater Wake County region.