Best Online Engineering Programs in Kinston, NC (2026)

Kinston, North Carolina has a population of about 19,576. The city’s median household income is $35,250 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 16.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited engineering programs within 100 miles of Kinston, with tuition ranging from $2,022 to $12,205 per year. In North Carolina, the top-earning engineering-related role is Architectural and Engineering Manager at a median $163,430 annually (BLS, May 2024).

Closest Engineering Schools to Kinston

The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer engineering programs. Distances are calculated from Kinston city center.

Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all North Carolina schools on the North Carolina engineering page.

Engineering Wages Near Kinston

Source: BLS, May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.

Kinston at a Glance

Other Kinston-Area Cities With Engineering Programs

• Goldsboro, NC – 22.5 mi away (59,969 pop)
• Greenville, NC – 25.3 mi away (127,464 pop)
• New Bern, NC – 31.9 mi away (51,491 pop)
• Wilson, NC – 36.7 mi away (49,644 pop)
• Jacksonville, NC – 39.1 mi away (101,865 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited engineering programs are near Kinston, NC?

Our directory lists 5 engineering programs within 100 miles of Kinston. The closest is Lenoir Community College in Kinston, NC (3.0 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Craven Community College (29.9 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.

What are the highest-paying engineering roles in North Carolina?

Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying engineering-related roles in North Carolina are: Architectural and Engineering Manager ($163,430), Aerospace Engineer ($117,190), Chemical Engineer ($109,940). Wages for Kinston workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Goldsboro instead of Kinston?

Goldsboro, NC is 22.5 miles from Kinston and has its own set of local engineering programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.

Is Kinston an affordable place to study engineering?

Kinston’s median household income of $35,250 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Kinston while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and North Carolina public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.

How do I verify a program is accredited?

Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.

Related Resources

• Online Engineering Programs in North Carolina
• Main Engineering Degree Guide
• Engineering Programs by State