For the 2025-26 school year, there are 25 community colleges serving 100,712 students in Connecticut (22 public colleges and 3 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 top-ranked community colleges in California include American Institute of Healthcare & Technology, Asnuntuck Community College, and Connecticut State Community College Norwalk.
The average community college acceptance rate in Connecticut is 73% (compared to national acceptance rates).
Minority enrollment is 72%, with the majority being Black or Hispanic and the student-teacher ratio is 26:1.
Top Ranked Connecticut Community Colleges (2025-26)
College
Location
Quick Facts
480 Lordship Boulevard
Stratford, CT 06615
(203) 870-8400
Stratford, CT 06615
(203) 870-8400
Enrollment: 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Acceptance rate: 100% Minority enrollment: 95%
170 Elm St
Enfield, CT 06082
(860) 253-3000
Enfield, CT 06082
(860) 253-3000
Enrollment: 1,220 student 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
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
Hartford, CT 06114
(860) 566-1234
Enrollment: 50 students Minority enrollment: 98%
750 Chase Parkway
Waterbury, CT 06708
(203) 575-8000
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
Danielson, CT 06239
(860) 932-4000
Enrollment: 1,118 student 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
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
Stratford, CT 06615
(203) 381-9250
Enrollment: 35 students
574 New London Turnpike
Norwich, CT 06360
(860) 215-9000
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%
99 South Street
West Hartford, CT 06110
(860) 947-2299
West Hartford, CT 06110
(860) 947-2299
Enrollment: 407 students Minority enrollment: 93%
950 Main Street
Hartford, CT 06103
(860) 612-7000
Hartford, CT 06103
(860) 612-7000
Enrollment: 52,460 students In-state tuition: $3,892 Out-state tuition: $11,584 Minority enrollment: 57%
20 Church Street
New Haven, CT 06510
(203) 285-2000
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
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
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
East Hartford, CT 06118
(860) 528-4111
Enrollment: 4,962 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Private-state tuition: $19,450 Minority enrollment: 61%
97 Newberry Road
East Windsor, CT 06088
(860) 627-4300
East Windsor, CT 06088
(860) 627-4300
Enrollment: 1,170 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Acceptance rate: 75% Minority enrollment: 97%
200 John Downey Dr
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 225-8641
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 225-8641
Enrollment: 568 students Minority enrollment: 94%
8 Progress Drive
Shelton, CT 06484
(844) 681-5647
Shelton, CT 06484
(844) 681-5647
Enrollment: 1,274 student Minority enrollment: 77%
Great Path
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 512-3000
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%
100 Training Hill Rd
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 343-5701
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 343-5701
Enrollment: 1,988 student 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
New London, CT 06320
(860) 701-5000
Enrollment: 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Acceptance rate: 78% Private-state tuition: $30,012 Minority enrollment: 49%
Park Pl E
Winsted, CT 06098
(860) 738-6300
Winsted, CT 06098
(860) 738-6300
Enrollment: 1,128 student 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
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 405-9000
Enrollment: 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Acceptance rate: 80% In-state tuition: $10,658 Out-state tuition: $30,838 Minority enrollment: 46%
One University Place
Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 251-8400
Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 251-8400
Enrollment: 2,557 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Acceptance rate: 76% In-state tuition: $10,668 Out-state tuition: $30,848 Minority enrollment: 69%
99 East Main Street
Waterbury, CT 06702
(203) 236-9800
Waterbury, CT 06702
(203) 236-9800
Enrollment: 872 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Acceptance rate: 83% In-state tuition: $10,658 Out-state tuition: $30,838 Minority enrollment: 58%
Community Colleges in Connecticut (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lincoln College of New England-Southington (Closed 2024)
Private, for profit
2279 Mount Vernon Road
Southington, CT 06489
(860) 628-4751
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
154 staff
Number of Programs Offered
5
Student Body
Total Enrollment
1,483 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
# Full-Time Students
770 students
# Part-Time Students
713 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
352 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
770 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
27 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,218 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
144 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
550 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
% Asian
9%
% Hispanic
17%
% Black
20%
% White
28%
% Hawaiian
17%
% Two or more races
3%
% Non Resident races
2%
% Unknown races
2%
Diversity Score
0.81
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
$4,356
Acceptance Rate
78%
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 100,712 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?
The top-ranked community colleges in Connecticut include American Institute of Healthcare & Technology, Asnuntuck Community College, and Connecticut State Community College Norwalk.
What is community college acceptance rate in Connecticut?
The average community college acceptance rate in Connecticut is 73% (compared to national acceptance rates).
What is community college diversity score in Connecticut?
Community colleges in Connecticut have a diversity score of 0.81, which is higher than the national average of 0.74 (compared to national diversity statistics).
How diverse are community college in Connecticut?
Community colleges in Connecticut have approximately 72% minority enrollment, with the majority being Black or Hispanic.
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