--- title: "Welcome" canonicalUrl: "https://halifaxcc.edu/" excerpt: "A catalyst for your future. Get Started HCC’s 59th Annual Commencement! May 8, 2026 at 1 PM  Days Hours Minutes Seconds Congrats Grads! Watch the Live Stream! Register for the Golf Tournament! Register Now! Early Registration for Summer, Fall and Winter 2026 Click the button below to see what we offer! Click Here Click Here to Visit the TRIO Page Read More! Read the Full Report! Start here Check this out! HCC Alumni Spotlight Celebrating the journeys of our graduates who continue to inspire and make a difference in their communities and professions. Learn More Let’s Get Trucking! HCC’s Truck Driving […]" datePublished: "2024-05-21T20:44:53+00:00" dateModified: "2026-06-08T14:55:03+00:00" --- - Welcome - Halifax Community College ** ![ATD-Badge-Leader-College](https://halifaxcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ATD-Badge-Leader-College-150x150.webp) ## A catalyst for your future. [Get Started](https://betterskillsbetterjobs.com/halifax-community-college/) ![](https://halifaxcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/new-curve-white-gold-transparent-2.svg) ## HCC’s 59th Annual Commencement! ** May 8, 2026 at 1 PM  Days Hours Minutes Seconds Congrats Grads! [Watch the Live Stream!](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0kIjBUzzRo0) ![](https://halifaxcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/new-curve-white-gold-transparent-2.svg) ![2026 Sumer Hours Web Banner](https://halifaxcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026-Sumer-Hours-Web-Banner-1024x341.png) [Register for the Golf Tournament!](https://halifaxcc.edu/give/hcc-foundation/foundation-golf-tournament/) Register Now! ## Early Registration for Summer, Fall and Winter 2026 ### Click the button below to see what we offer! [Click Here](https://halifaxcc.edu/what-we-offer/) [Click Here to Visit the TRIO Page](https://halifaxcc.edu/services-support/trio-sss/) [Read More!](https://highered.aspeninstitute.org/programs/aspen-prize-community-college-excellence?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExaUF4QTM2c3Z5djNlb20wSwEenqcxuNk6aQoanTCDfQYRfiwZqKeYwPxDSCwf5uHBM0swPzr2TrDFAGpUfoo_aem_wv0ZBU9q3mwsEpJsG9xucg) [Read the Full Report!](https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/07/21/top-vocational-schools-in-us-ranked-2025/84497925007/) [Start here](https://betterskillsbetterjobs.com/halifax-community-college/) Check this out! ## HCC Alumni Spotlight ### Celebrating the journeys of our graduates who continue to inspire and make a difference in their communities and professions. [Learn More](https://halifaxcc.edu/alumni-spotlight/) Let's Get Trucking! ## HCC's Truck Driving Academy is Enrolling NOW! ### Click the button below to view the schedule! 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[Learn More](https://halifaxcc.edu/about-hcc/) 0 ## degrees, diplomas, **and certificates. 0 ## *total enrollment. ## [*data from NC Community Colleges Total Headcount, reporting year 2023-2024](https://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/about-us/data-reporting/data-dashboards-page/total-headcount/) 0 % ## students who receive financial aid. ## NEWS AT HALIFAX COMMUNITY COLLEGE [More News](https://halifaxcc.edu/about-hcc/hcc-in-the-news/) ## [Check out our campus podcast.](https://halifaxcc.edu/apply/patriot-podcast/) ![](https://halifaxcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/new-white-gold-blue-curve.svg) ![](https://halifaxcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/logo-bug-white.svg) ## Upcoming Events ## EXPLORE OUR UPCOMING EVENTS, CLASSES, MEETINGS AND GROUPS ## Save the Date! We hope you'll join us! Fourth of July Holiday/College Closed: Thursday, July 2, 2026 - Instant Admission Day: Tuesday, July 7, 2026 - Instant Admission Day: Monday, July 20, 2026 - Instant Admission Day: Tuesday, August 11, 2026 - Fall Semester Begins: Thursday, August 20, 2026 - [17th Annual HCC Foundation Golf Tournament: Friday, September 4, 2026](https://halifaxcc.edu/give/hcc-foundation/foundation-golf-tournament/) - Labor Day/College Closed: Monday, September 7, 2026 ## 17th Annual Golf Tournament ## Let’s go touch grass... professionally! [](https://halifaxcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Version-2-of-2026-HCC-Foundation-Tournament-Letter-Package.png) ## Join us for the 17th Annual HCC Foundation Golf Tournament on September 4, 2026 at Chockoyotte Country Club (Weldon, NC)! [Register Now!](https://halifaxcc.edu/give/hcc-foundation/foundation-golf-tournament/) ## Instant Admission Days ## Arrive. Apply. Accepted! July 7, July 20, & Aug. 11 [](https://halifaxcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026-Instant-Admission-Flyer-1.png) ## Instant Admission Days ## July 7, July, 20, and August 11!** Arrive. Apply. Accepted. Meet with admissions, explore financial aid opportunities, and start your future. [Contact Us Today!](https://halifaxcc.edu/what-we-offer/short-term-training/) [View All Events](https://events.halifaxcc.edu/) ## Grad Perspectives ![](https://halifaxcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Justin-Alston_Class-of-2024-new.webp) “Here at HCC, they are assisting me in achieving my goals by providing early colleges on campus so I can take college courses while in high school and earn a free associate’s degree.”  ## – JUSTIN ALSTON '24 ![](https://halifaxcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Brianna-ONeal_Class-of-2024_new-bg-new.webp) “The thing I love most about HCC is the family environment. Both the staff and the students are always friendly and are always for comfort and support if you need them.” ## – BRIANNA O'NEAL '24 ![](https://halifaxcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Brenda-Durante_Class-of-2023-new-300x300.webp) “Now that I have graduated, I am excited to get back in the work field as a RN…ready to learn and continue my passion of helping and serving every patient to the best of my knowledge.” ## - BRENDA DURANTE '23 ![](https://halifaxcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Lakisha-Garrett-Class-of-2019-new.webp) “I chose HCC because it was closer to home and it offered a program of study that could give me the opportunity to excel in the social work profession.” ## - LAKISHA GARRETT '19 ![](https://halifaxcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Emily-Gaylor_Class-of-2020-new.webp) “Thanks to HCC, I have the opportunity to become financially stable, the motivation to become a leader, and access to resources that will aid in my success.” ## - EMILY GAYLOR '20 ![](https://halifaxcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Dana-Patton_Class-of-2020.webp) “HCC has shown me that there is a community that exists and cares about our future.” ## - DANA PATTON '20 ###### #GivingTuesday**Dec. 2, 2025 [Donate Now](https://app.etapestry.com/hosted/HalifaxCommunityCollege/OnlineDonation.html) ### Founded in 1967. Built by Community. ### It started in 1967, and the story continues with you. Join us December 2 for #GivingTuesday by donating $19.67 in honor of HCC’s legacy and future. Every gift fuels student success! 💙🎓 #Give1967 ## Attention: Convocation for Faculty and Staff is being held from 8 am to 3 pm on Friday, August 15, 2025. ** **For assistance during that time, please see a team member in Building 300.** ##### 2-hour Delay **UPDATE:** Halifax Community College will open on a 2 hour delay Tuesday, February 11th, 2025. Please stay safe! [](#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aclose%26settings%3DeyJkb19ub3Rfc2hvd19hZ2FpbiI6IiJ9) [Close](#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aclose%26settings%3DeyJkb19ub3Rfc2hvd19hZ2FpbiI6IiJ9) ## **2025 Spring Student Satisfaction Survey** Click the button below to take the 2025 Spring Student Satisfaction Survey. [Click to take survey](https://halifaxcc.evaluationkit.com/Respondent/Survey?ida=u3gPEQJ%2b7m2PRvj2xPzEd8sFv0DXPocSyuyCrbVLvZw43zmJRNrWAFLZw8QJbPt1amU%2f3AC5ETU%2bm375uFPLGw%3d%3d) Happy Holidays! ![17th Annual Golf Tournament: Friday, Sept. 4th at Chockoyotte Country Club in Weldon, NC](https://halifaxcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026-Golf-tournament-FB-header-1.png) ### Wanna get out on the course? Join us for the 17th Annual Halifax Community College Foundation Golf Tournament on September 4, 2026, at Chockoyotte Country Club! **Tee off is at 8:30 am.** [Register for the Golf Tournament!](https://halifaxcc.edu/give/hcc-foundation/foundation-golf-tournament/) ## Out of an abundance of caution, due to the expected severe threat of storms, Halifax Community College will be closed tomorrow, March 16th 2026, for students, faculty, and staff. Please be safe. [](#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aclose%26settings%3DeyJkb19ub3Rfc2hvd19hZ2FpbiI6IiJ9) #### NORMAL ALERT STATUS Halifax Community College has returned to **Normal Alert Status**. We appreciate the cooperation, patience, and responsiveness shown by our students, faculty, staff, and community partners during the brief Enhanced Alert period. Your commitment to safety helps us maintain a secure learning environment for everyone. #HalifaxCC #CampusSafety ## Halifax Community College will operate on a 2-hour delay on Thursday, February 5th, 2026. ## Halifax Community College will operate remotely for Students, Faculty and Staff on Wednesday, February 4th, 2026. Continue to monitor communications for further updates. ## Out of an abundance of caution, HCC will operate in a remote status for all students, faculty, and staff on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Please continue to monitor official HCC communications for updates. Stay safe and warm. ## Halifax Community College will be closed on Monday, February 2, 2026. Updates will continue to be shared via HCC alerts, website, social media, and local news. Stay Safe. ## Halifax Community College will operate on a 2-hour delay, Thursday January 29, 2026 due to inclement weather. ## Due to campus conditions, Halifax Community College will transition to a remote learning and work environment on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Please continue to monitor HCC email, website, and social media for updates and remain safe. ## Due to inclement weather, Halifax Community College will be closed Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Students should check Blackboard for assignments. Please continue to monitor HCC Alerts via text, email, and news updates. Stay safe. ## Halifax Community College will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026 due to inclement weather. ## Due to weather conditions, Halifax Community College will be on Remote Learning for Students, Faculty, and Staff, Tuesday, December 9, 2025. ## Due to expected inclement weather conditions, Halifax Community College will transition to Remote Status for Students, Faculty, and Staff beginning at noon today, Dec. 8, 2025. ## Attention, Students, Faculty, & Staff: ** Due to pending inclement weather, Halifax Community College will operate under a Remote Learning status, December 5, 2025. ![](https://halifaxcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/small_c_popup-150x150.webp) [close menu icon](#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aclose%26settings%3DeyJkb19ub3Rfc2hvd19hZ2FpbiI6IiJ9) ## HCC Has Extended Hours!** ### The Student Affairs team will extend hours from **August 18 to 21, operating 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.** This is to support students with admissions, financial aid, and course registration needs that fall outside regular operating hours. [Contact Admissions](https://halifaxcc.edu/getting-started/) [](https://halifaxcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-Instant-Admission-Day-Flyer-2.png) ## HCC TO CLOSE AT 12 NOON ## MARCH 5, 2025 Due to severe weather expectations: HCC will close at 12:00 noon today 3/5/2025. Please be safe