Best Connecticut Community Colleges (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 18 community colleges serving 47,247 students in Connecticut (15 public colleges and 3 private colleges).
For Connecticut community colleges, the average tuition 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 best top ranked community colleges in California include University of Connecticut-Stamford, University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus and St Vincent's College.
The average community college acceptance rate in Connecticut is 79% (view national acceptance rates).
Minority enrollment is 47% (majority Hispanic) and the student:teacher ratio is 12:1.

Student by Ethnicity

(CT) School Average
Asian
4%
Hispanic
21%
Black
14%
White
53%
Two or more races
2%
Non Resident
2%
Unknown
4%
CT All Ethnic Groups Ethnicity Breakdown

Top Ranked Connecticut Community Colleges (2024)

College
Location
Students
Asnuntuck Community College
Asnuntuck Community College Photo
Public
170 Elm St
Enfield, CT 06082
(860) 253-3000
| 1,304 students
St Vincent's College
Private, non-profit
2800 Main St
Bridgeport, CT 06606
(203) 576-5235
| 751 students
1084 Shennecossett Rd
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 405-9000
| 564 students
One University Place
Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 251-8400
| 2,354 students
99 East Main Street
Waterbury, CT 06702
(203) 236-9800
| 853 students
Capital Community College
Public
950 Main Street
Hartford, CT 06103
(860) 906-5000
| 2,715 students
20 Church Street
New Haven, CT 06510
(203) 285-2000
| 6,003 students
Goodwin University
Private not-for-profit
One Riverside Drive
East Hartford, CT 06118
(860) 528-4111
| 3,312 students
Housatonic Community College
Housatonic Community College Photo - HCC students enjoy many activities outside the classroom.
Public
900 Lafayette Blvd
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 332-5000
| 3,821 students
Manchester Community College
Public
Great Path
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 512-3000
| 4,448 students
Middlesex Community College
Public
100 Training Hill Rd
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 343-5701
| 2,106 students
Mitchell College
Private not-for-profit
437 Pequot Avenue
New London, CT 06320
(860) 701-5000
| 599 students
750 Chase Parkway
Waterbury, CT 06708
(203) 575-8000
| 5,083 students
Park Pl E
Winsted, CT 06098
(860) 738-6300
| 1,228 students
Norwalk Community College
Public
188 Richards Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06854
(203) 857-7000
| 4,420 students
742 Upper Maple St
Danielson, CT 06239
(860) 932-4000
| 1,161 students
Three Rivers Community College
Three Rivers Community College Photo - Three Rivers Community College has a state-of-the-art, safe, modern and accessible campus.
Public
574 New London Turnpike
Norwich, CT 06360
(860) 215-9000
| 3,160 students
Tunxis Community College
Tunxis Community College Photo - A view of the newly constructed public library, building 700, at Tunxis Community College. This shot was taken from the courtyard.
Public
271 Scott Swamp Road
Farmington, CT 06032
(860) 773-1300
| 3,365 students
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Community Colleges in Connecticut (Closed)

School
Location
Students
2279 Mount Vernon Road
Southington, CT 06489
(860) 628-4751
| 715 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many community colleges are located in Connecticut?
There are 18 community colleges serving 47,247 students in Connecticut.
How much do community colleges cost in Connecticut?
For Connecticut community colleges, the average tuition 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.
What are the top ranked community colleges in Connecticut?
The best top ranked community colleges in Connecticut include University of Connecticut-Stamford, University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus and St Vincent's College.
What is community college acceptance rate in Connecticut?
The average community college acceptance rate in Connecticut is 79% (view national acceptance rates).
What is community college diversity score in Connecticut?
Connecticut community colleges have a diversity score of 0.65, which is lower than the national average of 0.70 (view national diversity statistics).
How diverse are community college in Connecticut?
Connecticut community college are approximately 47% minority students (majority Hispanic).

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