Kennebec Valley Community College

92 Western Ave
Fairfield, ME 04937
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings
  • Kennebec Valley Community College, one of the seven colleges in the Maine Community College System, is a commuter college located on a sixty-acre campus in central Maine.

School Highlights

Kennebec Valley Community College serves 2,489 students (21% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the state community college average of 29:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 23%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 2,489 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,345
  • Out-state tuition: $6,045
  • Acceptance Rate: 35%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 33:1
  • Minority enrollment: 14%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Kennebec Valley Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability

School Overview

The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 38% over five years.
Kennebec Valley Community College
(ME) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
75 staff
67 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
25
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Kennebec Valley Community College has grown by 8% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 33:1 has increased from 20:1 over five years.
The Kennebec Valley Community College diversity score of 0.26 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 69% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,489 students
1,898 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
29:1
# Full-Time Students
522 students
509 students
# Part-Time Students
1,967 students
1,389 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
131 students
133 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
522 students
504 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
9 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,967 students
1,526 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
93 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
194 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
4%
4%
% Black
1%
6%
% White
86%
77%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
3%
7%
Diversity Score
0.26
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
44%
24%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,200
$33,900

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $3,345 is less than the state average of $4,020. The in-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,045 is less than the state average of $7,666. The out-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,345
$4,020
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,045
$7,666
Tuition Notes
$96 per credit
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,065
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
35%
76%
SAT Reading
n/a
445
SAT Math
n/a
500
SAT Writing
n/a
430
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • KVCC was organized in 1969 by the 104th Maine Legislature and first classes began in the fall of 1970, with 35 full-time and 131 part-time students. Since then, KVCC has undergone many changes and has grown to an enrollment of 1,772 full and part-time students enrolled in credit courses for the fall semester, 2004. In addition, non-credit enrollment and contract training enhance KVCC's enrollment by approximately 1,043 students. The College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. and offers 25 full-time associate degree, diploma and certificate programs. In addition, KVCC offers a comprehensive schedule of continuing education courses and business and industry outreach programs. Kennebec Valley Community College's Center for Professional Development has an established history in industrial, mechanical, medical, safety, computer, and business training. Areas in which courses are available include, but are not limited to Motion Control / Mechanical Maintenance, OSHA, Industrial, Licensure Courses, Business and Computers and Personal Enrichment. The Marden Center for Student Success provides numerous services designed to meet individual academic and learning needs by interacting with students, faculty and staff to promote educational opportunity, academic achievement, and personal growth. The Center offers specialized advising and registration, short-term personal counseling, career guidance, general information and referral to community services. The Continuing/Community Education Division (CED) at Kennebec Valley Community College provides credit and Professional Development course offerings and training to those individuals, businesses and organizations that require flexible scheduling and unique, innovative programming.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Kennebec Valley Community College cost?
Kennebec Valley Community College's tuition is approximately $3,345 for In-State students and $6,045 for Out-State students.
What schools are Kennebec Valley Community College often compared to?
Kennebec Valley Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Maine Community College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Kennebec Valley Community College?
The acceptance rate of Kennebec Valley Community College is 35%, which is lower than the state average of 76%.
What is Kennebec Valley Community College's ranking?
Kennebec Valley Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Maine for: Least expensive tuition.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 2,489 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,345
  • Out-state tuition: $6,045
  • Acceptance Rate: 35%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 33:1
  • Minority enrollment: 14%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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