- 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 1,713 students (37% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 39%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 1,713 students
- In-state tuition: $8,790
- Out-state tuition: $12,990
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 14%
- 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
Student Earnings
School Overview
The teacher population of 179 teachers has grown by 110% over five years.
Community College of Beaver County
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
179 staff
56 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Community College of Beaver County has declined by 31% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The Community College of Beaver County diversity score of 0.26 is less than the state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has declined by 27% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,713 students
447 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1

# Full-Time Students
640 students
282 students

# Part-Time Students
1,073 students
165 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
140 students
312 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
640 students
292 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
18 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,073 students
229 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
21 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students
% Asian
n/a
4%

% Hispanic
2%
9%

% Black
5%
12%

% White
86%
61%

% Two or more races
2%
2%

% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
4%
11%


Diversity Score
0.26
0.59

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
20%
59%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.05%
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 $9,730. The in-state tuition has declined by 22% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,990 is less than the state average of $13,992. The out-state tuition has declined by 22% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$8,790
$9,730

Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,990
$13,992

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
92%

Median Debt for Graduates
$14,749
$13,000

Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,260
$6,111

Acceptance Rate
n/a
85%
SAT Reading
n/a
450
SAT Math
n/a
465
SAT Writing
n/a
435
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
20
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2021 (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: Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).
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