Quinsigamond Community College
About Quinsigamond Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Quinsigamond Community College teaches in Worcester, the second largest city in New England. Nursing and business are its largest programs, and a fifth of its students go on to a four-year college.
Founded
1963
Location
Worcester, Massachusetts
Students
6,447
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
21.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,262
Out-of-state: $11,206
Avg Net Price
$9,090
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$45,949
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
$20
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
21.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62%
Transfer Out
19%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
28.2%
$/Student
$12.9K
Class Size
Medium
The 21.6% graduation rate is below average, but 62% 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
$6,262
In-State
$11,206
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$960
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,921
After Financial Aid
$9,090
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,148
Receive Grants
38.2%
Take Loans
29.9%
Tuition is $6,262/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,090.
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 Quinsigamond Community College fund their education.
While in School
38.2%
Get Grants
Free money
29.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,169
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$16,575
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$176/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 29.9% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $16,575. 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 Quinsigamond Community College.
Gender
62.1%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
6,447
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
47.7%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
36.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 47.7% 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
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
6,447
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Quinsigamond Community College fields 4 varsity teams with 60 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
60
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
72% / 28%
43
Men
17
Women
3
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Quinsigamond Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,949
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$75K
141 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$34K
85 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$42K
76 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$40K
47 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$43K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$32K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $38K 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.