Nashua Community College
About Nashua Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Nashua Community College teaches in southern New Hampshire, close enough to Massachusetts to draw students from both. Vehicle repair and business are among its largest programs.
Founded
1970
Location
Nashua, New Hampshire
Students
1,135
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
37.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$7,140
Out-of-state: $15,390
Avg Net Price
$23,154
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$46,164
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
37.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
64.1%
Transfer Out
12%
Teaching Quality
8:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
12.9%
$/Student
$5.9K
Class Size
Small
The 37.7% graduation rate is below average, but 64.1% 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
$7,140
In-State
$15,390
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
$29,014
After Financial Aid
$23,154
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$21,030
Receive Grants
24%
Take Loans
20.4%
Tuition is $7,140/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $23,154.
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 Nashua Community College fund their education.
While in School
24%
Get Grants
Free money
20.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$36,807
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$117/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,000, 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 Nashua Community College.
Gender
56.7%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,135
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
40.5%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
33.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 40.5% 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
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
1,135
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
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Nashua Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$46,164
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$18K
40 grads
1yr Earnings
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$30K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
20 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$91K
16 grads
4yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
13 grads
Psychology, General
—
12 grads
Graduates earn about $39K six years out, growing to $46K 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.