The national average community college student size is approximately 4,202 students (2024).
For public community colleges, the average student size is approximately 5,634 students.
For private community colleges, the average student size is approximately 969 students.
College Size Range: 1102
10087
Avg. College Size: 3745
Average Community College Student Size (2024)
State
Average College Size
Largest Colleges
(# of Students)
(# of Students)
2,310 students
1,724 students
5,065 students
7,558 students
3,296 students
2,625 students
6,868 students
3,124 students
3,545 students
4,389 students
10,087 students
3,767 students
7,541 students
2,305 students
3,412 students
1,313 students
3,097 students
5,505 students
2,212 students
4,558 students
2,821 students
3,279 students
4,218 students
1,144 students
3,219 students
1,827 students
3,171 students
1,452 students
4,530 students
2,583 students
5,144 students
3,545 students
3,021 students
2,655 students
4,666 students
1,811 students
1,946 students
3,097 students
3,081 students
7,901 students
6,911 students
4,249 students
2,769 students
4,499 students
4,675 students
1,102 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the national average community college student size?
The national average community college student size is 4,202 for 2024.
What are schools with the highest average community college student size in the United States?
The schools with the highest average community college student size in the United States include Dallas College, Lone Star College System and Ivy Tech Community College.
What is the state with the highest average community college student size?
The state with the highest average community college student size is Idaho.
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