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 2,950 students (24% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 22%.
Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 2,950 students
In-state tuition: $3,345
Out-state tuition: $6,045
Student:teacher ratio: 24:1
Minority enrollment: 14%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Kennebec Valley Community College has grown by 22% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 has increased from 19:1 over five years.
The Kennebec Valley Community College diversity score of 0.26 is less than the state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has declined by 19% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,950 students
2,238 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
717 students
629 students
# Part-Time Students
2,233 students
1,609 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
295 students
334 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
717 students
629 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
7 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,233 students
1,609 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
77 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
138 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
4%
3%
% Black
2%
5%
% White
86%
78%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
4%
7%
Diversity Score
0.26
0.38
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4356%
0.237%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4238%
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
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
81%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,065
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
86%
SAT Reading
n/a
445
SAT Math
n/a
500
SAT Writing
n/a
430
Source: 2024 (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 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 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 (2025)
Enrollment: 2,950 students
In-state tuition: $3,345
Out-state tuition: $6,045
Student:teacher ratio: 24:1
Minority enrollment: 14%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Maine public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,020 per year for in-state students and $7,666 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,369 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
