- Norwalk Community College is a leader and partner in the academic, economic and cultural life of Southwest Fairfield County, providing comprehensive, accessible, innovative and affordable learning to diverse populations.
School Highlights
Connecticut State Community College Norwalk serves 4,106 students (30% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the state community college average of 26:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 72%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 4,106 students
- In-state tuition: $3,866
- Out-state tuition: $11,558
- Acceptance Rate: 70%
- Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Connecticut State Community College Norwalk ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Selectivity
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 293 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Connecticut State Community College Norwalk
(CT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
293 staff
154 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Connecticut State Community College Norwalk has declined by 19% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has decreased from 15:1 over five years.
The Connecticut State Community College Norwalk diversity score of 0.71 is less than the state average of 0.81. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,106 students
1,483 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
26:1
# Full-Time Students
1,238 students
770 students
# Part-Time Students
2,868 students
713 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
318 students
352 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,238 students
770 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
27 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,868 students
1,218 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
144 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
550 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
6%
2%
% Asian
15%
9%
% Hispanic
n/a
17%
% Black
36%
20%
% White
2%
28%
% Hawaiian
37%
17%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
2%
2%
Diversity Score
0.71
0.81
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
12%
20%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
60%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,300
$34,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,866 is less than the state average of $5,329. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $11,558 is less than the state average of $15,711. The out-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,866
$5,329
Out-State Tuition Fees
$11,558
$15,711
Tuition Notes
$2,350 per Semester for Full-Time, In-State Students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
81%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,000
$8,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,304
$4,356
Acceptance Rate
70%
78%
SAT Reading
n/a
500
SAT Math
n/a
510
ACT Composite
n/a
23
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Norwalk Community College is a leader and partner in the academic, economic and cultural life of Southwest Fairfield County, providing comprehensive, accessible, innovative and affordable learning to diverse populations. We offer nearly a thousand credit and non-credit courses, which can be taken in pursuit of a degree, certificate or certification, or for personal and professional enrichment. The College also offers child care for infants and toddlers through its Child Development Lab School, a weekend “jump start” program for people wishing to finish their undergraduate degrees and a College for Kids program for elementary and secondary school students. Our academic programs prepare students for ready transfer to many baccalaureate institutions, and our Lifetime Learners Institute is one of the largest groups of active seniors in retirement in the country. As a high-technology training center and learning institution from which students can either enter the workforce or proceed to four-year colleges, NCC possesses an outstanding physical plant and modern, up-to-date facilities. We believe in providing students with hands-on experience in a variety of real-world settings, all of which have been faithfully replicated at the College. From computer labs to electrical engineering laboratories, fine arts and graphic design studios to television studios, culinary arts kitchens to hospitality suites, NCC has the latest and most modern class environments in which to learn. NCC has a full range of athletic facilities, including a gymnasium, a fitness center and an aerobic workout center - The Panthers' Den. With separate Men's and Women's locker rooms and shower facilities, NCC's athletic department helps students maintain their physical well-being while they develop their minds.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Connecticut State Community College Norwalk cost?
Connecticut State Community College Norwalk's tuition is approximately $3,866 for In-State students and $11,558 for Out-State students.
What schools are Connecticut State Community College Norwalk often compared to?
Connecticut State Community College Norwalkis often viewed alongside schools like Connecticut State Community College Housatonic by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Connecticut State Community College Norwalk?
The acceptance rate of Connecticut State Community College Norwalk is 70%, which is lower than the state average of 78%. Connecticut State Community College Norwalk's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Connecticut with low acceptance rates.
What is Connecticut State Community College Norwalk's ranking?
Connecticut State Community College Norwalk ranks among the top 20% of community college in Connecticut for: Least expensive tuition, Lowest acceptance rates, Average community college minority breakdown and Least debt for graduating students.
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