- 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 7,143 students (22% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is same as the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 57%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 7,143 students
- In-state tuition: $4,296
- Out-state tuition: $10,137
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 58%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 578 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
North Shore Community College
(MA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
578 staff
290 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of North Shore Community College has grown by 32% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The North Shore Community College diversity score of 0.71 is less than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,143 students
2,106 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
1,606 students
1,039 students
# Part-Time Students
5,537 students
1,619 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
714 students
278 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,606 students
839 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
99 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,537 students
1,619 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
83 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
443 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
4%
6%
% Hispanic
32%
21%
% Black
10%
15%
% White
42%
43%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
5%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
7%
9%
Diversity Score
0.71
0.74
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2071%
0.2128%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4706%
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
67%
87%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,000
$12,000
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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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?
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