Manchester Community College
About Manchester Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Manchester Community College teaches in the largest city in New Hampshire. Nursing and vehicle repair are among its largest programs.
Founded
1945
Location
Manchester, New Hampshire
Students
1,587
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
41.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$7,090
Out-of-state: $15,340
Avg Net Price
$14,143
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$49,063
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
41.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
60.8%
Transfer Out
12%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
19.6%
$/Student
$6.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 41.3% graduation rate is below average, but 60.8% 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
$7,090
In-State
$15,340
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
$20,703
After Financial Aid
$14,143
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,338
Receive Grants
25%
Take Loans
26%
Tuition is $7,090/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $14,143.
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 Manchester Community College fund their education.
While in School
25%
Get Grants
Free money
26%
Take Loans
Must repay
$32,782
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$15,060
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$160/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 26% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $15,060. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Manchester Community College.
Gender
50.3%
Female
50%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,587
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42.4%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
34.9%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (50% women, 50% men). 42.4% 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: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
1,587
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
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Manchester Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$49,063
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
57 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
45 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
20 grads
Precision Metal Working
—
17 grads
Design and Applied Arts
—
16 grads
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
—
15 grads
Graduates earn about $39K six years out, growing to $49K 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.