Quincy College

1250 Hancock Street
Quincy, MA 02169
Top-Ranked (2026-27): View Rankings
  • Quincy College is a municipally affiliated, comprehensive community college addressing the educational, training and cultural needs of Greater Quincy and Plymouth, metropolitan Boston, and the South Shore of Massachusetts. The College is an open access institution which values achievement, diversity, economic opportunity, and life-long learning. Excellence in learning and teaching is emphasized in all college programs.

School Highlights

Quincy College serves 3,022 students (36% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the state community college average of 27:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 58%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 3,022 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,846
  • Out-state tuition: $4,846
  • Student-teacher ratio: 37:1
  • Minority enrollment: 56%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Quincy College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability
Completion Rates

School Overview

The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 64% over five years.
Quincy College
(MA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1958
Total Faculty
82 staff
102 staff
School Calendar
AccreditationAccred.
New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)

Student Body

The student population of Quincy College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 37:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The Quincy College diversity score of 0.74 is equal to the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,022 students
2,627 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
37:1
27:1
# Full-Time Students
1,097 students
988 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Students
1,925 students
1,639 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Enrollment Undergraduate
3,022 students
1,869 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,097 students
885 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,925 students
1,925 students
% Asian
9%
6%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Hispanic
10%
23%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Black
20%
15%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% White
44%
42%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
4%
2%
% Unknown races
10%
9%
Diversity Score
0.74
0.74

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
14%
22%

Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.159%
n/a
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$42,000
$35,600

Tuition & Financial Aid

The public in-state tuition of $4,846 is more than the state average of $4,424. The in-state tuition has declined by 32% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,846 is less than the state average of $9,401. The out-state tuition has declined by 32% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,846
$4,424
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,846
$9,401
Tuition Notes
$273 - $950 per credit
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
53%
79%

Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Graduates
$14,000
$11,249

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,000
$5,500

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Quincy College provides quality, affordable, community responsive associate degree, non-credit and certificate programs. As a college of the community, Quincy College is committed to the development of partnerships with government, business, industry, schools and community agencies to enhance educational opportunity, global perspective, economic development, and the quality of life. The Quincy campus is conveniently located in historic downtown Quincy, Massachusetts. Quincy Campus offers numerous programs of study awarding Associate degrees and certificates of completion in Business, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Early Childhood Education, Fine Arts, Fire Science Technology, Human Services/Social Work, Liberal Arts, Legal Studies and Nursing. In addition to a high-quality education from top instructors, the Quincy campus offers resources for our students including student advising, student life services, a computer lab, photo and art studios, Quincy College Anselmo Library, tutoring, a career center, Charlie's Café, Quincy College Bookstore, and more. Quincy College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education. Accreditation of an institution of higher education by the New England Association indicates that it meets or exceeds criteria for the assessment of institutional quality periodically applied through peer review process.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Dr. Richard DeCristofaro, President -

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Quincy College cost?
Quincy College's tuition is approximately $4,846 for In-State students and $4,846 for Out-State students.
Who are famous alumni from Quincy College?
Quincy College famous alumni include: Dr. Richard DeCristofaro, President.
What is Quincy College's ranking?
Quincy College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Massachusetts for: Least expensive tuition, Diversity in US community colleges and Highest completion rates.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 3,022 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,846
  • Out-state tuition: $4,846
  • Student-teacher ratio: 37:1
  • Minority enrollment: 56%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Norfolk County, MA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.65, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Norfolk County, MA is Massachusetts Bay Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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