Best Essex County Community Colleges (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 community colleges serving 10,464 students in Essex County County, Massachusetts. The student:teacher ratio is :1.

Community Colleges in Essex County (2026-27)

College
Location
Quick Facts
North Shore Community College
Public
1 Ferncroft Rd
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 762-4000
Enrollment: 5,743 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 In-state tuition: $4,296 Out-state tuition: $10,137 Minority enrollment: 62%
Northern Essex Community College
Public
100 Elliott Street
Haverhill, MA 01830
(978) 556-3000
Enrollment: 4,721 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 In-state tuition: $4,320 Out-state tuition: $10,104 Minority enrollment: 62%
[+] Show Closed Community Colleges in Essex County, MA

Community Colleges in Essex County, MA (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
35 Little/'/s Point Rd
Swampscott, MA 01907
(781) 309-5200
Enrollment: 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Private-state tuition: $16,200 Minority enrollment: 40%

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There are 2 community colleges serving 10,464 students in Essex County, MA.

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