Connecticut State Community College Tunxis Photo - A class in progress in the art studio, which was part of the new construction at Tunxis Community College.

Best Connecticut Community Colleges (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 25 community colleges serving 81,953 students in Connecticut (17 public colleges and 8 private colleges).
The average tuition for community colleges in Connecticut is approximately $5,329 per year for in-state students and $15,711 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $21,887 per year (view national tuition costs).
The average community college acceptance rate in Connecticut is 76% (compared to national acceptance rates).
Minority enrollment is 75%, with the majority being Black or Hispanic and the student-teacher ratio is 17:1.

Top-Ranked Connecticut Community Colleges (2026)

College
Location
Quick Facts
American Institute of Healthcare & Technology
Private for-profit
480 Lordship Boulevard
Stratford, CT 06615
(203) 870-8400
Enrollment: 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Acceptance rate: 100% Minority enrollment: 79%
American Institute-West Hartford
Private for-profit
99 South Street
West Hartford, CT 06110
(860) 947-2299
Enrollment: 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Asnuntuck Community College
Asnuntuck Community College Photo
Public
170 Elm St
Enfield, CT 06082
(860) 253-3000
Enrollment: 1,220 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Acceptance rate: 70% In-state tuition: $4,556 Out-state tuition: $13,508 Minority enrollment: 97%
188 Richards Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06854
(203) 857-7000
Enrollment: 4,106 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Acceptance rate: 70% In-state tuition: $3,866 Out-state tuition: $11,558 Minority enrollment: 98%
CT Aerotech
Public
500 Lindbergh Drive
Hartford, CT 06114
(860) 566-1234
Enrollment: 50 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Lincoln Technical Institute-East Windsor
Private for-profit
97 Newberry Road
East Windsor, CT 06088
(860) 627-4300
Enrollment: 1,008 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Acceptance rate: 75% Minority enrollment: 67%
750 Chase Parkway
Waterbury, CT 06708
(203) 575-8000
Enrollment: 4,673 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Acceptance rate: 70% In-state tuition: $3,886 Out-state tuition: $11,578 Minority enrollment: 95%
742 Upper Maple St
Danielson, CT 06239
(860) 932-4000
Enrollment: 1,118 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Acceptance rate: 70% In-state tuition: $3,866 Out-state tuition: $11,558 Minority enrollment: 97%
St Vincent's College
Private, non-profit
2800 Main St
Bridgeport, CT 06606
(203) 576-5235
Enrollment: 751 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Acceptance rate: 38% Private-state tuition: $16,200 Minority enrollment: 25%
200 Great Meadow Road
Stratford, CT 06615
(203) 381-9250
Enrollment: 35 students
Three Rivers Community College
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Public
574 New London Turnpike
Norwich, CT 06360
(860) 215-9000
Enrollment: 3,019 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Acceptance rate: 70% In-state tuition: $4,168 Out-state tuition: $12,504 Minority enrollment: 94%
185 Main Street
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 612-7000
Enrollment: 36,315 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 In-state tuition: $3,892 Out-state tuition: $11,584 Minority enrollment: 59%
20 Church Street
New Haven, CT 06510
(203) 285-2000
Enrollment: 5,703 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 In-state tuition: $4,460 Out-state tuition: $13,300 Minority enrollment: 97%
900 Lafayette Blvd
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 332-5000
Enrollment: 3,604 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 In-state tuition: $3,786 Out-state tuition: $11,318 Minority enrollment: 97%
271 Scott Swamp Road
Farmington, CT 06032
(860) 773-1300
Enrollment: 3,320 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 In-state tuition: $3,866 Out-state tuition: $11,558 Minority enrollment: 97%
Goodwin University
Private not-for-profit
One Riverside Drive
East Hartford, CT 06118
(860) 528-4111
Enrollment: 2,970 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Private-state tuition: $19,450 Minority enrollment: 64%
Lincoln Technical Institute-New Britain
Private for-profit
200 John Downey Dr
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 225-8641
Enrollment: 928 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Lincoln Technical Institute-Shelton
Private for-profit
8 Progress Drive
Shelton, CT 06484
(844) 681-5647
Enrollment: 875 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Manchester Community College
Public
Great Path
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 512-3000
Enrollment: 4,494 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 In-state tuition: $3,866 Out-state tuition: $11,558 Minority enrollment: 97%
Middlesex Community College
Public
100 Training Hill Rd
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 343-5701
Enrollment: 1,988 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 In-state tuition: $3,866 Out-state tuition: $11,558 Minority enrollment: 96%
Mitchell College
Private not-for-profit
437 Pequot Avenue
New London, CT 06320
(860) 701-5000
Enrollment: 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Acceptance rate: 95% Private-state tuition: $30,012 Minority enrollment: 50%
Park Pl E
Winsted, CT 06098
(860) 738-6300
Enrollment: 1,128 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 In-state tuition: $3,866 Out-state tuition: $11,558 Minority enrollment: 98%
1084 Shennecossett Rd
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 405-9000
Enrollment: 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Acceptance rate: 88% In-state tuition: $10,658 Out-state tuition: $30,838 Minority enrollment: 40%
One University Place
Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 251-8400
Enrollment: 2,482 students Acceptance rate: 83% In-state tuition: $10,668 Out-state tuition: $30,848 Minority enrollment: 69%
99 East Main Street
Waterbury, CT 06702
(203) 236-9800
Enrollment: 745 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Acceptance rate: 87% In-state tuition: $10,658 Out-state tuition: $30,838 Minority enrollment: 59%
[+] Show Closed Community Colleges in Connecticut

Community Colleges in Connecticut (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
2279 Mount Vernon Road
Southington, CT 06489
(860) 628-4751
Enrollment: 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Private-state tuition: $19,940 Minority enrollment: 42%

Overview

This State (CT)
Total Faculty
115 staff
Number of Programs Offered
6

Student Body

Total Enrollment
1,340 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
# Full-Time Students
627 students
# Part-Time Students
713 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
352 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
627 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
23 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
323 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
92 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
550 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
% Asian
9%
% Hispanic
16%
% Black
20%
% White
25%
% Hawaiian
20%
% Two or more races
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
% Unknown races
4%
Diversity Score
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
20%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
60%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,800

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

In-State Tuition Fees
$5,329
Out-State Tuition Fees
$15,711
Private State Tuition Fees
$21,887
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,678
Acceptance Rate
72%
SAT Total Avg.
1,010
SAT Reading
500
SAT Math
510
SAT Writing
495
ACT Total Avg.
23
ACT Composite
23
ACT English
23
ACT Math
23

Frequently Asked Questions

How many community colleges are located in Connecticut?
There are 25 community colleges serving 81,953 students in Connecticut.
How much do community colleges cost in Connecticut?
The average tuition for community colleges in Connecticut is approximately $5,329 per year for in-state students and $15,711 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $21,887.
What are the top-ranked community colleges in Connecticut?
What is the community college acceptance rate in Connecticut?
The average community college acceptance rate in Connecticut is 76% (compared to national acceptance rates).
How diverse are community colleges in Connecticut?
Community colleges in Connecticut have approximately 75% minority enrollment, with the majority being Black or Hispanic.

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