- North Shore Community College is a source of hope and opportunity and a regional leader for social and economic change. Blending tradition and innovation, liberal arts and career preparation, intellectual development and cultural and personal growth, we foster a diverse and caring community of learners where all are welcome and each is challenged. We offer lifelong education responsive to changing community needs, a global economy, evolving technology and the shifting roles faced by individuals and institutions. Our greatest contribution to the commonwealth is the success and achievement of our students.
School Highlights
North Shore Community College serves 5,743 students (24% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the state community college average of 27:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 58%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 5,743 students
- In-state tuition: $4,296
- Out-state tuition: $10,137
- Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
- Minority enrollment: 62%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
North Shore Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 202 teachers has declined by 65% over five years.
North Shore Community College
(MA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
202 staff
92 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
4
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of North Shore Community College has grown by 20% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The North Shore Community College diversity score of 0.72 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 22% over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,743 students
2,305 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
27:1
# Full-Time Students
1,357 students
952 students
# Part-Time Students
4,386 students
1,353 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
295 students
277 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,357 students
819 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
72 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,386 students
1,353 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
303 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
400 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
4%
6%
% Hispanic
34%
23%
% Black
9%
15%
% White
38%
42%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
6%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
9%
9%
Diversity Score
0.72
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
21%
22%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,200
$35,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,296 is less than the state average of $4,424. The in-state tuition has declined by 19% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $10,137 is more than the state average of $9,401. The out-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,296
$4,424
Out-State Tuition Fees
$10,137
$9,401
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
73%
79%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,000
$11,624
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,789
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
75%
SAT Reading
n/a
540
SAT Math
n/a
535
SAT Writing
n/a
480
ACT Composite
n/a
21
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Since its founding in 1965, NSCC has grown from a single building to three campuses and from five to over one hundred academic programs. Established in 1965, North Shore Community College is one of the oldest and largest of the fifteen community colleges in Massachusetts. Operating from campuses in Lynn, Beverly, and Danvers, we serve 26 cities and towns along the coastal region from north metropolitan Boston to Cape Ann. NSCC delivers post-secondary education to 7,500 students each year through more than 90 programs of study. The College also provides lifelong learning opportunities to more than 500,000 area residents through workforce development training to businesses and individuals, cultural enrichment activities, and community development resources.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does North Shore Community College cost?
North Shore Community College's tuition is approximately $4,296 for In-State students and $10,137 for Out-State students.
What schools are North Shore Community College often compared to?
North Shore Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Bunker Hill Community College by visitors of our site.
What is North Shore Community College's ranking?
North Shore Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Massachusetts for: Largest student body.
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