- The Lakes Region Community College provides high quality academic, technical, and professional higher education services preparing students to be educationally and professionally positioned to meet personal goals and the needs of business, industry, and the community.
School Highlights
White Mountains Community College serves 1,272 students (16% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the state community college average of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American), which is less than the state average of 33%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 1,272 students
- In-state tuition: $7,344
- Out-state tuition: $15,504
- Acceptance Rate: 93%
- Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
- Minority enrollment: 28%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
White Mountains Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
White Mountains Community College
(NH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High 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
94 staff
145 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of White Mountains Community College has grown by 82% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has increased from 7:1 over five years.
The White Mountains Community College diversity score of 0.48 is less than the state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has grown by 104% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,272 students
1,818 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
19:1

# Full-Time Students
208 students
276 students

# Part-Time Students
1,064 students
1,659 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
127 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
208 students
276 students

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,064 students
1,659 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
112 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
2%

% Asian
1%
4%

% Hispanic
4%
6%

% Black
1%
3%

% White
72%
67%

% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a

% Two or more races
3%
2%

% Unknown races
17%
16%


Diversity Score
0.48
0.52

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.5271%
0.3469%

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,400
$36,800

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $7,344 is more than the state average of $6,952. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $15,504 is more than the state average of $15,095. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$7,344
$6,952

Out-State Tuition Fees
$15,504
$15,095

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
87%
75%

Median Debt for Graduates
$11,475
$14,250

Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,000
$7,196

Acceptance Rate
93%
89%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Our location in the heart of the beautiful Lakes Region of New Hampshire, with its Summer activities on the water and hiking trails and its Winter activities on the ski slopes and snowmobile trails, makes Lakes Region Community college an attractive college option for all. In the Fall of 2005 we dedicated a brand new academic building to house six of our academic programs. This new facility allows us to offer expanded class options across the spectrum of our 21 associate degree programs. Here at Lakes Region Community College we have many unique programs such as Fire Science, Electrical Power and Systems, Graphic Design and Printing, GM sponsored ASEP and a Mercury Marine sponsored degree program for marine engine technicians. In addition, our Restaurant Management program operates a public restaurant to provide real world training. Add to this unique mix our 14 other programs and you have a picture of what Lakes Region Community College can do for you. In addition to a first-class education in a personal and supportive academic environment, you will have the opportunity to participate in student activities, intercollegiate sports, Student Senate, the International Honor Society and numerous other clubs and organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does White Mountains Community College cost?
White Mountains Community College's tuition is approximately $7,344 for In-State students and $15,504 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of White Mountains Community College?
The acceptance rate of White Mountains Community College is 93%, which is higher than the state average of 89%.
What is White Mountains Community College's ranking?
White Mountains Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New Hampshire for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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