- For over 30 years, CCBC has proudly upheld its mission to provide accessible, affordable, high quality education and training to the citizens of Beaver County and surrounding areas.
School Highlights
Community College of Beaver County serves 1,936 students (31% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 50%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 1,936 students
- In-state tuition: $8,790
- Out-state tuition: $12,990
- Student-teacher ratio: 33:1
- Minority enrollment: 20%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Community College of Beaver County ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 67% over five years.
Community College of Beaver County
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
59 staff
28 staff
Student Body
The student population of Community College of Beaver County has grown by 13% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 33:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Community College of Beaver County diversity score of 0.35 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 36% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,936 students
350 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
600 students
292 students
# Part-Time Students
1,336 students
88 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
600 students
366 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
600 students
290 students
% Asian
1%
4%
% Hispanic
3%
12%
% Black
7%
15%
% White
80%
50%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Unknown races
3%
14%
Diversity Score
0.35
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
21%
61%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$43,300
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $8,790 is less than the state average of $11,141. The in-state tuition has declined by 31% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,990 is less than the state average of $16,403. The out-state tuition has declined by 30% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$8,790
$11,141
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,990
$16,403
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
60%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,749
$13,310
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,260
$6,297
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Founded in 1966 at Freedom PA. The College leased floors of the Freedom National Bank and 17 vacant storefronts for classrooms and offices. In 1971, CCBC moved its headquarters to Center Township. The Allied Health Building was added in 1973 and the Dome, a geodesic recreational facility was completed in 1976. In 1990, the Aviation Sciences Center was added. Construction on the Library Resource Center was completed in January 1997. The Beaver Technology Education Center (BTEC), located at the Aviation Sciences Center, opened its doors during the summer of 2001. The college is located at Monaca, Pennsylvania, in rural Center Township, Beaver County. The campus has nine buildings, including an athletic field are situated on 100 acres of land admist a blend of modern architecture and inviting green space. Other locations include the Aviation Sciences Center in Chippewa Township and BTEC, located at the Aviation Sciences Center. The Prevention Project is located at the Beaver Valley Intermediate Unit in Center Township. We offer associate degrees designed to satisfy the requirements for the first two years of a bachelor's degree for students interested in transfer. We also offer associate degrees and certificates through a variety of occupational programs for students wanting to proceed directly into the world of work.we provide developmental education courses designed to assist students in enhancing their skills in communications and math. We also provide job skills training through a broad array of non-credit classes offered by the Division of Continuing Education. CCBC provides high quality, accessible and affordable educational opportunities and services-including university transfer, technical and continuing education programs-that promote individual development and improve the overall quality of life in our community. College offers approximately 500 credit courses in more than 38 career and technical programs and liberal arts curricula. Approximately 103 off-campus credit and non-credit courses are available at various locations near home, at work sites, and on the Internet. The college is accreditated by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education; CCBC is also certified and approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Community College of Beaver County cost?
Community College of Beaver County's tuition is approximately $8,790 for In-State students and $12,990 for Out-State students.
What is Community College of Beaver County's ranking?
Community College of Beaver County ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
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