Quinebaug Valley Community College

742 Upper Maple St
Danielson, CT 06239
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  • Quinebaug Valley Community College (QVCC) is a public two-year college, supported by the State of Connecticut and governed by the Board of Trustees of Community-Technical Colleges. It is accredited by the Board of Governors for Higher Education and by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. One of twelve institutions in the community-technical college system, QVCC�s service region is Windham County in the northeastern corner of the state. QVCC has developed comprehensive degree and certificate programs to be responsive to the needs of the residents of the area it serves.

School Highlights

Quinebaug Valley Community College serves 1,118 students (36% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 26:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 72%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 1,118 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,866
  • Out-state tuition: $11,558
  • Acceptance Rate: 70%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 97%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Quinebaug Valley Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 115 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Quinebaug Valley Community College
(CT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
115 staff
154 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Quinebaug Valley Community College has declined by 13% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Quinebaug Valley Community College diversity score of 0.39 is less than the state average of 0.81. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,118 students
1,483 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
26:1
# Full-Time Students
405 students
770 students
# Part-Time Students
713 students
713 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
779 students
352 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
405 students
770 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
27 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
713 students
1,218 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
144 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
550 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
2%
% Asian
3%
9%
% Hispanic
n/a
17%
% Black
12%
20%
% White
3%
28%
% Hawaiian
77%
17%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
2%
Diversity Score
0.39
0.81
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
20%
20%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
60%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,100
$34,800

Tuition 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 12% 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 12% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,866
$5,329
Out-State Tuition Fees
$11,558
$15,711
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$8,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$4,356
Acceptance Rate
70%
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) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Quinebaug Valley Community College (QVCC) is a public two-year college, supported by the State of Connecticut and governed by the Board of Trustees of Community-Technical Colleges. It is accredited by the Board of Governors for Higher Education and by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. One of twelve institutions in the community-technical college system, QVCC's service region is Windham County in the northeastern corner of the state. QVCC has developed comprehensive degree and certificate programs to be responsive to the needs of the residents of the area it serves. QVCC prides itself on offering academic programs of high quality. Its graduates transfer easily to many four-year colleges and universities, and its occupational programs are highly regarded by area employers. QVCC also has a strong and growing program of continuing education and community service activities. The College also functions to a large extent as a community center, opening its library and many events to the general public. It presents lectures, art exhibits, concerts, and occasional dramatic productions. Training for local business is also a major activity. QVCC has established itself as a viable and significant educational institution in and for the community it serves. The Center for Community and Professional Learning, which serves lifelong learners from childhood through retirement, works in partnership with college and community constituencies to develop and provide innovative program and service initiatives that respond to community learning needs and support local economic development efforts. Programs and services include credit-free courses, pre-and post-associate degree level job-focused training options, customized training services, support for activities and groups that promote social and cultural awareness, and activities and services that assist entrepreneurs and employers. The associate degree represents college-level work requiring a minimum of 60 and a maximum of 68 semester hours of credit. Quinebaug Valley Community College grants the degrees of Associate in Arts, and Associate in Science.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Quinebaug Valley Community College cost?
Quinebaug Valley Community College's tuition is approximately $3,866 for In-State students and $11,558 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Quinebaug Valley Community College?
The acceptance rate of Quinebaug Valley Community College is 70%, which is lower than the state average of 78%. Quinebaug Valley Community College's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Connecticut with low acceptance rates.
What is Quinebaug Valley Community College's ranking?
Quinebaug Valley Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Connecticut for: Least expensive tuition, Lowest acceptance rates and Average community college minority breakdown.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 1,118 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,866
  • Out-state tuition: $11,558
  • Acceptance Rate: 70%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 97%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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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 73%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Connecticut community colleges have a diversity score of 0.81, which is higher than the national average of 0.74. 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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