Cape Cod Community College
About Cape Cod Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Cape Cod Community College teaches in West Barnstable, the only college on the Cape. Nursing and dental support are among its largest programs, and close to a quarter of its students transfer on to a four-year college.
Founded
1961
Location
West Barnstable, Massachusetts
Students
2,911
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
22.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,000
Out-of-state: $10,944
Avg Net Price
$8,296
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,670
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
22.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
68.8%
Transfer Out
23%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
28%
$/Student
$12.7K
Class Size
Small
The 22.3% graduation rate is below average, but 68.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,000
In-State
$10,944
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,053
After Financial Aid
$8,296
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,253
Receive Grants
33.6%
Take Loans
9.8%
Tuition is $6,000/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $8,296.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Cape Cod Community College fund their education.
While in School
33.6%
Get Grants
Free money
9.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,110
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Cape Cod Community College.
Gender
64.6%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,911
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
41.3%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
42.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 41.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
2,911
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Cape Cod Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,670
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
79 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$65K
70 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$55K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$59K
18 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$58K
14 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
13 grads
Graduates earn about $39K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.