- Mitchell College, a private, higher education institution, provides a transforming educational experience. Within a diverse and student-centered community and with an emphasis on holistic student development, Mitchell College supports individual learning differences, nurtures untapped academic potential, and instills the professional knowledge and skills needed for students to contribute to an ever changing world.
School Highlights
Mitchell College serves 577 students (82% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the state community college average of 26:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 72%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Private-state tuition: $30,012
- Acceptance Rate: 78%
- Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
- Minority enrollment: 49%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Mitchell College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 149 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Mitchell College
(CT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
149 staff
154 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Mitchell College has declined by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Mitchell College diversity score of 0.68 is less than the state average of 0.81. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
577 students
1,220 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
26:1
# Full-Time Students
473 students
770 students
# Part-Time Students
104 students
713 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
577 students
352 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
473 students
770 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
27 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
104 students
713 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
144 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
550 students
550 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
2%
% Asian
2%
9%
% Hispanic
19%
17%
% Black
15%
20%
% White
51%
28%
% Hawaiian
n/a
17%
% Two or more races
5%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
7%
2%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.81
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.1962%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.6218%
0.5992%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,800
$34,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $30,012 is more than the state average of $21,887. The private state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$30,012
$21,887
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$25,500
$8,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$4,356
Acceptance Rate
78%
78%
SAT Reading
n/a
500
SAT Math
n/a
510
ACT Composite
n/a
23
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mitchell College cost?
Mitchell College's private state tuition is approximately $30,012.
What is the acceptance rate of Mitchell College?
The acceptance rate of Mitchell College is 78%, which is equal to the state average of 78%.
What is Mitchell College's ranking?
Mitchell College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Connecticut for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Mitchell College is University of Connecticut-Avery Point (1.7 miles away)
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