MECC president reports 93% retention for Promise Program, enrollment at just over 2,000
Sep 10, 2026
Sep 10, 2026
Dr. Kristen Westover told the board Mountain Empire Community College enrollment is just over 2,000 (including dual‑enrollment students), that the Promise Program has a 93% retention rate, and that students can earn an associate degree for about $2,700. She attributed enrollment declines to shrinking high school cohorts.
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Dr. Kristen Westover, President of Mountain Empire Community College, gave the board a brief update on the college's enrollment and student supports.
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