Greenfield Community College
About Greenfield Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Greenfield Community College teaches in the Pioneer Valley of western Massachusetts. Nursing and business are its largest programs, and a quarter of its students transfer on to a four-year college.
Founded
1962
Location
Greenfield, Massachusetts
Students
1,395
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
30.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,810
Out-of-state: $11,930
Avg Net Price
$7,679
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,132
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
30.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
63%
Transfer Out
25%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
32.7%
$/Student
$13.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 30.8% graduation rate is below average, but 63% 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
$5,810
In-State
$11,930
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,762
After Financial Aid
$7,679
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,311
Receive Grants
37.6%
Take Loans
6.9%
Tuition is $5,810/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $7,679.
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 Greenfield Community College fund their education.
While in School
37.6%
Get Grants
Free money
6.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,545
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,307
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$88/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,307, 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 Greenfield Community College.
Gender
63.3%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,395
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
36.7%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
43.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 36.7% 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
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,395
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Greenfield Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,132
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$41K
51 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$76K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
—
11 grads
Engineering Science
—
7 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
5 grads
Biology, General
—
5 grads
Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.