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Best Worcester County Community Colleges (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 community colleges serving 11,690 students in Worcester County County, Massachusetts.
The average community college acceptance rate in Massachusetts is 71% (view national acceptance rates).
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), and the student:teacher ratio is 6:1.

Community Colleges in Worcester County (2024-25)

College
Location
Students
Becker College
Private not-for-profit
61 Sever St
Worcester, MA 01609
(877) 523-2537
| 1,675 students
444 Green St
Gardner, MA 01440
(978) 632-6600
| 3,099 students
Quinsigamond Community College
Public
670 West Boylston Street
Worcester, MA 01606
(508) 853-2300
| 6,916 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many community colleges are located in Worcester County, MA?
There are 3 community colleges serving 11,690 students in Worcester County, MA.
What is community college acceptance rate in Worcester County, MA?
The average community college acceptance rate in Massachusetts is 71% (view national acceptance rates).
How diverse are community college in Worcester County, MA?
Community colleges in Worcester County, MA are approximately 25% minority students (majority Black and Hispanic).

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