Quinsigamond Community College

670 West Boylston Street
Worcester, MA 01606
Top-Ranked (2026-27): View Rankings
  • For over 41 years, Quinsigamond Community College in Worcester, MA has provided thousands of men and women opportunities for a first-rate education and personal growth, whether preparing them for immediate entry into the workforce, transfer to bachelor level programs in four-year colleges and universities, or for personal and cultural enrichment. Area and regional businesses and professionals such as Intel Corporation, Verizon, Kennedy Diecasting, Waters Corporation, UPS, Ken-Weld, and Saint Gobain have benefited as well through regular and customized workforce training and education programming designed in partnership. In addition, the College works directly with K-12 school systems in a variety of collaborations and partnerships.

School Highlights

Quinsigamond Community College serves 7,811 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the state community college average of 27:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 58%.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Enrollment: 7,811 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,094
  • Out-state tuition: $10,038
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
  • Minority enrollment: 56%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 246 teachers has declined by 63% over five years.
Quinsigamond Community College
(MA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
246 staff
102 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Quinsigamond Community College has grown by 12% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Quinsigamond Community College diversity score of 0.72 is less than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has grown by 16% over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,811 students
2,627 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
27:1
# Full-Time Students
2,035 students
988 students
# Part-Time Students
5,776 students
1,639 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
7,811 students
1,869 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,035 students
885 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,776 students
1,925 students
% Asian
6%
6%
% Hispanic
23%
23%
% Black
16%
15%
% White
44%
42%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
7%
9%
Diversity Score
0.72
0.74
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
21%
22%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,400
$35,500

Tuition & Financial Aid

The public in-state tuition of $5,094 is more than the state average of $4,424. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $10,038 is more than the state average of $9,401. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,094
$4,424
Out-State Tuition Fees
$10,038
$9,401
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
78%
79%
Median Debt for Graduates
$15,406
$11,249
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,189
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
100%
76%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • QCC was established in 1963 to provide access to higher education to residents of Central Massachusetts. Since the early 60s, enrollment has grown from 300 to over 13,000 full and part-time day and evening students served. Over 70 associate degree and certificate career options in Business, Health Care, Technology, Liberal Arts, and Human Services. The College also offers a wide variety of non-credit courses, workshops, and seminars through its Division of Continuing Education at its downtown College at CitySquare campus. In addition, over 300 noncredit and nearly 35 credit courses are offered online. The College also has program locations at the Senior Center in Worcester (Hotel/Rest. Mgt.), Blackstone Valley Reg. Technical High School in Upton (Automotive Technology), and Southbridge High School, Southbridge (evening classes offerings). At Quinsigamond Community College, students are our first priority. We are here to support you throughout your educational career; we want to help you become successful in the professional career of your choice. We strive to improve our service delivery -- with upgraded technology, specialized learning centers and dedicated faculty and staff -- all on hand to deliver the best instruction and support to you! The College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). Membership in the Association indicates that an institution has been stringently evaluated and found to meet high standards agreed upon by qualified educators.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Quinsigamond Community College cost?
Quinsigamond Community College's tuition is approximately $5,094 for In-State students and $10,038 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Quinsigamond Community College?
The acceptance rate of Quinsigamond Community College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 76%.
What is Quinsigamond Community College's ranking?
Quinsigamond Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Massachusetts for: Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Quinsigamond Community College located?
Quinsigamond Community College is located in the Greendale neighborhood of Worcester, MA.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Enrollment: 7,811 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,094
  • Out-state tuition: $10,038
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
  • Minority enrollment: 56%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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