Holyoke Community College
About Holyoke Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Holyoke Community College teaches in the old paper-mill city of Holyoke, Massachusetts, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Business and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1946
Location
Holyoke, Massachusetts
Students
3,591
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
29.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,988
Out-of-state: $10,932
Avg Net Price
$8,068
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,277
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
29.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62.2%
Transfer Out
19%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
40.7%
$/Student
$10.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 29.4% graduation rate is below average, but 62.2% 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
$5,988
In-State
$10,932
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
$15,043
After Financial Aid
$8,068
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,522
Receive Grants
42.7%
Take Loans
24.3%
Tuition is $5,988/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $8,068.
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 Holyoke Community College fund their education.
While in School
42.7%
Get Grants
Free money
24.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,723
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,250
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$87/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,250, 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 Holyoke Community College.
Gender
66.4%
Female
34%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,591
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
47.3%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
37.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 66% of the student body. 47.3% 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
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
3,591
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Holyoke Community College fields 5 varsity teams with 105 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
105
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
56
Men
49
Women
4
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Holyoke Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,277
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$26K
122 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$34K
62 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$73K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
33 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
29 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$38K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
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.