Northwestern Connecticut Community College

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Winsted, CT 06098
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Tel: (860) 738-6300
www.nwcc.commnet.edu
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  • The mission of Northwestern Connecticut Community College is to inspire learning through accessible, high quality education. Northwestern is devoted to enriching lives by meeting individual and community needs in a supportive environment.

School Highlights

Northwestern Connecticut Community College serves 1,308 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 55%.

Top Rankings

Northwestern Connecticut Community College ranks among the top 20% of community colleges in Connecticut for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 125% over five years.
Northwestern Connecticut Community College(CT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie ClassificationAssociate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/NontraditionalAssociate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Institution LevelAt least 2 but less than 4 yearsAt least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution ControlPublicPublic
Total Faculty108 staff154 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Northwestern Connecticut Community College has declined by 18% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 28:1 over five years.
The Northwestern Connecticut Community College diversity score of 0.42 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment1,308 students2,288 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio12:114:1
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# Full-Time Students429 students712 students
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# Part-Time Students879 students1,576 students
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% Asian
2%
4%
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% Hispanic
13%
26%
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% Black
4%
17%
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% White
75%
45%
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% Two or more races
2%
3%
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% Unknown races
4%
4%
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Diversity Score0.420.70
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College Completion Rate
24%
15%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)$27,600$34,800
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Tuition Cost and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $3,866 is less than the state average of $5,329. The in-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $11,558 is less than the state average of $15,711. The out-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees$3,866$5,329
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Out-State Tuition Fees$11,558$15,711
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid71%75%
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Median Debt for Graduates$4,062$7,350
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Median Debt for Dropouts$3,000$4,666
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Source: 2020 (or latest year available) IPEDS

School Notes

  • Founded in 1965 by Winsted residents, Northwestern is one of the first three community colleges in Connecticut. Northwestern offers degree programs, certificate programs and continuing education. We offer a diverse array of credit and non-credit programs ranging from associate degree and certificate programs, to holistic and enrichment classes, as well as cultural activities for the community. Classes are taught and services provided in beautifully renovated, historic buildings along a New England town green. The Center for Student Development includes the Career Resource Library, CHOICES Career Computer, labor market information from the Connecticut Department of Labor, a computer linked to the Internet, brochures and pamphlets on local social services and drug and alcohol issues, and catalogs of area four-year colleges and universities. Northwestern Connecticut Community college is accredited by the Connecticut Board of Governors for Higher Education and by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc., a non-governmental, nationally recognized organization whose affiliated institutions include elementary schools through colleges offering post-graduate instruction.

Nearby Schools

The nearest community college to Northwestern Connecticut Community College is Tunxis Community College (17.7 miles away).
  • College Location Mi. Students
  • Tunxis Community College
    Tunxis Community College Photo - A view of the newly constructed public library, building 700, at Tunxis Community College. This shot was taken from the courtyard.
    Public
    3,781 students | 17.70 Mi271 Scott Swamp Road
    Farmington, CT 06032
    (860) 773-1300     17.703,781
  • Capital Community College
    Public
    3,083 students | 22.60 Mi950 Main Street
    Hartford, CT 06103
    (860) 906-5000     22.603,083
  • Bard College at Simon's Rock
    Private not-for-profit
    398 students | 25.30 Mi84 Alford Road
    Great Barrington, MA 01230
    (413) 644-4400     25.30398
  • University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus
    Public
    806 students | 25.40 Mi99 East Main Street
    Waterbury, CT 06702
    (860) 486-2000     25.40806
  • Asnuntuck Community College
    Asnuntuck Community College Photo
    Public
    1,600 students | 25.70 Mi170 Elm St
    Enfield, CT 06082
    (860) 253-3000     25.701,600
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Quick Stats (2022)
  • Students: 1,308 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,866
  • Out-state tuition: $11,558
  • Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
  • Minority enrollment: 25%
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Did You Know?
For Connecticut public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,329 per year for in-state students and $15,711 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $21,887 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Connecticut is 79%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Connecticut community colleges have a diversity score of 0.70, which is lower than the national average of 0.71. The most diverse community college in Connecticut is University of Connecticut-Stamford. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
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