- Gateway Community College offers high-quality instruction and comprehensive services in an environment conducive to learning. We respond to the changing academic, occupational, technological, and cultural needs of a diverse population.
School Highlights
Gateway Community College - New Haven serves 6,003 students (32% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the state average of 47%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 6,003 students
- In-state tuition: $4,460
- Out-state tuition: $13,300
- Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 53%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Gateway Community College - New Haven ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 391 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Gateway Community College - New Haven
(CT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
391 staff
154 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Gateway Community College - New Haven has declined by 12% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has decreased from 18:1 over five years.
The Gateway Community College - New Haven diversity score of 0.70 is more than the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,003 students
2,094 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
1,902 students
789 students
# Part-Time Students
4,101 students
1,305 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
389 students
318 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,902 students
789 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
13 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
2,023 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
86 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
80 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
5%
4%
% Hispanic
21%
21%
% Black
18%
14%
% White
47%
53%
% Two or more races
1%
2%
% Non Resident races
3%
2%
% Unknown races
3%
4%
Diversity Score
0.70
0.65
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
10%
16%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.38%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,000
$34,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,460 is less than the state average of $5,329. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $13,300 is less than the state average of $15,711. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,460
$5,329
Out-State Tuition Fees
$13,300
$15,711
Tuition Notes
Per Year
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
83%
74%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,846
$8,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$4,356
Acceptance Rate
n/a
91%
SAT Reading
n/a
500
SAT Math
n/a
510
ACT Composite
n/a
23
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Basketball
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Gateway Community College is located in beautiful downtown New Haven with a satelite campus containing the Automotive division in North Haven. The college offers over 70 academic programs or program options that lead to either associate in arts, associate in science, or associate in applied science degrees, or certificates. Courses are offered at convenient times for both full-time and part-time study during the day, evenings and Saturday mornings. The Gateway faculty ranks among the finest educators in Connecticut.The community also benefits from numerous continuing education, credit-free offerings. Gateway Community College is licensed and accredited by the Board of Regents for Higher Education in Connecticut. The college also is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. The Gateway Community College service area includes the following: Bethany, Branford, East Haven, Guilford, Hamden, Madison, New Haven, North Branford, North Haven, Orange, West Haven and Woodbridge.The Center for Educational Services (CES) provides academic support services for students. The CES provides a wide range of self-paced, graded curriculum materials, tutorial assistance and related services to help students become better skilled in selected areas. Video and computer assisted tutorials are especially useful for review and practice of basic skills, math, English and the sciences.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Gateway Community College - New Haven cost?
Gateway Community College - New Haven's tuition is approximately $4,460 for In-State students and $13,300 for Out-State students.
What sports does Gateway Community College - New Haven offer?
Gateway Community College - New Haven offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.
What is Gateway Community College - New Haven's ranking?
Gateway Community College - New Haven ranks among the top 20% of community college in Connecticut for: Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Gateway Community College - New Haven located?
Gateway Community College - New Haven is located in the Downtown neighborhood of New Haven, CT.
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The nearest community college to Gateway Community College - New Haven is St Vincent's College (15.9 miles away)
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Miles
Students
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