We at Massasoit Community College pride ourselves in our tradition of excellence and in our historic mission of accepting all who desire to learn. We are dedicated to creating a challenging and supportive environment where the members of our community can attain their educational and personal goals. We encourage all to take responsibility for their learning, to discover their potential, and to achieve their ambitions.
School Highlights
Massasoit Community College serves 6,637 students (38% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 52%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
Enrollment: 6,637 students
In-state tuition: $4,296
Out-state tuition: $9,240
Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
Minority enrollment: 53%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Massasoit Community College has declined by 16% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 27:1 over five years.
The Massasoit Community College diversity score of 0.67 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,637 students
2,446 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
2,495 students
1,218 students
# Part-Time Students
4,142 students
1,228 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
400 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
2%
5%
% Hispanic
8%
20%
% Black
30%
15%
% White
47%
48%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
9%
7%
Diversity Score
0.67
0.70
College Completion Rate
17%
19%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,500
$35,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,296 is less than the state average of $6,343. The in-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,240 is less than the state average of $10,767. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,296
$6,343
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,240
$10,767
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
71%
81%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,135
$11,900
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
70%
SAT Reading
n/a
540
SAT Math
n/a
535
SAT Writing
n/a
480
ACT Composite
n/a
8
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Massasoit Community College is a comprehensive institution offering
a full range of degree programs, transfer and support
services-including an extensive Academic Resource Center, and
credentialed certificates in a wide array of fields. With a
Massasoit education you can be ready for immediate employment in
the workforce or transfer to a four-year college. Massasoit
Community College was founded in 1966, but its origin can be traced
to a 1947 study by the State Board of Education which determined
the need for a low tuition, state supported system. The study
proposed that twelve community colleges be established, one of
which would serve the Greater Brockton, South Shore area. In 1961,
a proposal was brought before the Brockton School Committee, and
after a feasibility study, announcement of such a college was made
in 1965. In 1985, the Blue Hills Technical Institute, itself in
existence since 1966, formally merged with Massasoit Community
College, and is now the Canton campus. The Conference Center at
Massasoit opened in 1997 offering 7200 square feet of meeting space
for local businesses and other community organizations. Brockton
Campus physical facilities include a 100 acre Brockton campus which
offers students a Fine Arts building with two theaters, a T.V.
studio and a radio station; a Field House which houses an olympic
sized swimming pool, racketball courts and a weight room; modern
classroom buildings and laboratory facilities; and an extensive
library facility. Massasoit Community College is accredited by the
New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
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Quick Stats (2022-23)
Enrollment: 6,637 students
In-state tuition: $4,296
Out-state tuition: $9,240
Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
Minority enrollment: 53%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Massachusetts public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $6,343 per year for in-state students and $10,767 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $29,755 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
