Greenfield Community College

  • Our mission is to be the primary source of adult education in the northern half of the Pioneer Valley, to provide low-cost, high-quality, open-admission education in a small college environment and to participate in transforming our region into a knowledge-based economy and to prepare our students to live and work in the emerging global society.

School Highlights

Greenfield Community College serves 1,433 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 95%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 1,433 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,958
  • Out-state tuition: $11,078
  • Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
  • Minority enrollment: 96%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 213 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Greenfield Community College
(MA) 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
Public
Total Faculty
213 staff
290 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Greenfield Community College has declined by 18% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has decreased from 8:1 over five years.
The Greenfield Community College diversity score of 0.45 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,433 students
2,012 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
9:1
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# Full-Time Students
374 students
903 students
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# Part-Time Students
1,059 students
1,109 students
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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Greenfield Community College.
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
100 students
309 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
374 students
903 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
27 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,059 students
1,059 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
105 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
443 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
5%
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% Asian
5%
14%
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% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
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% Black
10%
19%
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% White
4%
5%
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% Hawaiian
73%
47%
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% Two or more races
4%
9%
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% Unknown races
n/a
1%
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Massachusetts.
Diversity Score
0.45
0.71
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2632%
0.2182%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.5056%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,000
$35,500
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,958 is more than the state average of $4,424. The in-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $11,078 is more than the state average of $9,401. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,958
$4,424
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$11,078
$9,401
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
66%
87%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$9,000
$12,000
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,137
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
75%
SAT Reading
n/a
540
SAT Math
n/a
535
SAT Writing
n/a
480
ACT Composite
n/a
21
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Located in the Pioneer Valley of western Massachusetts, Greenfield Community College was established in 1962 by visionary citizens who saw how a community college would enhance the quality of life and increase people's opportunities in the region. Today, the college's total annual enrollment is over 3,000. Greenfield Community College is one of 29 institutions, including 15 community colleges, that make up the Massachusetts public higher education system. We receive about 40 percent of our funding from the state. We are governed locally by a board of trustees appointed by the governor, and at the state level by the Higher Education Coordinating Council. The College serves an academically, economically, and culturally diverse student population primarily from Franklin and Hampshire counties in Massachusetts, and from southern Vermont and New Hampshire. GCC offers associate degrees for students planning to transfer to four-year colleges as well as associate degrees and certificates to prepare students to enter the knowledge-based workforce, especially in those fields most in demand in Western Massachusetts. Working closely with area businesses and other community partners, GCC provides job training and skills improvement as dictated by the rapidly changing regional and national economies. We are also committed to working in partnership with elementary and secondary schools in our region to better prepare students to pursue education beyond the secondary level. As the only college in Franklin County, GCC exists as the center of higher education in the region and, as such, is committed to providing cultural activities and life-long learning opportunities that enrich our entire service area. Greenfield Community College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Greenfield Community College cost?
Greenfield Community College's tuition is approximately $4,958 for In-State students and $11,078 for Out-State students.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 1,433 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,958
  • Out-state tuition: $11,078
  • Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
  • Minority enrollment: 96%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Massachusetts public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,424 per year for in-state students and $9,401 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $30,266 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Massachusetts is 71%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Massachusetts community colleges have a diversity score of 0.71, which is lower than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Massachusetts is Bunker Hill Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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