Kennebec Valley Community College
About Kennebec Valley Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Kennebec Valley Community College teaches in Fairfield, in central Maine, and keeps a farm campus where it teaches sustainable agriculture. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1969
Location
Fairfield, Maine
Students
1,597
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
38.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,156
Out-of-state: $7,036
Avg Net Price
$3,910
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,035
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
38.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
64.4%
Transfer Out
7%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
39.7%
$/Student
$8.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 38.7% graduation rate is below average, but 64.4% 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
$4,156
In-State
$7,036
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,149
After Financial Aid
$3,910
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,361
Receive Grants
31.3%
Take Loans
13%
Tuition is $4,156/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $3,910.
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 Kennebec Valley Community College fund their education.
While in School
31.3%
Get Grants
Free money
13%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,180
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$13,255
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$141/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $13,255, 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 Kennebec Valley Community College.
Gender
70.8%
Female
29%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,597
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
49.5%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
29.1%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 49.5% 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: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,597
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
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Kennebec Valley Community College fields 2 varsity teams with 6 student athletes.
Division
USCAA
United States Collegiate Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
2
Biggest: Golf
Student Athletes
6
5 men, 1 women
Athletes by Gender
83% / 17%
5
Men
1
Women
2
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Kennebec Valley Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,035
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$32K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$35K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$69K
29 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$25K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$53K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
$46K
18 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $36K 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.