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 2,406 students (23% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 22%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
Enrollment: 2,406 students
In-state tuition: $3,345
Out-state tuition: $6,045
Student:teacher ratio: 20:1
Minority enrollment: 19%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Kennebec Valley Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 has decreased from 33:1 over five years.
The Kennebec Valley Community College diversity score of 0.32 is less than the state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,406 students
1,812 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
564 students
564 students
# Part-Time Students
1,842 students
1,248 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
132 students
304 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
564 students
564 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
427 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,842 students
1,248 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
125 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
n/a
1%
% Hispanic
2%
2%
% Black
1%
4%
% White
81%
78%
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
14%
10%
Diversity Score
0.32
0.38
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
1.25%
1.25%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.08%
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 $5,446. The in-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,045 is less than the state average of $8,686. The out-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,345
$5,446
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,045
$8,686
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
83%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,065
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
85%
SAT Reading
n/a
445
SAT Math
n/a
500
SAT Writing
n/a
430
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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 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 Stats (2022-23)
Enrollment: 2,406 students
In-state tuition: $3,345
Out-state tuition: $6,045
Student:teacher ratio: 20:1
Minority enrollment: 19%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Maine public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,446 per year for in-state students and $8,686 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $9,890 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
