Roxbury Community College
About Roxbury Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Roxbury Community College teaches in the middle of Boston's historically Black neighborhood and serves it more than any other college. Allied health, business and teacher education are its largest programs.
Founded
1973
Location
Roxbury Crossing, Massachusetts
Students
1,977
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
28.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,024
Out-of-state: $11,328
Avg Net Price
$12,244
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,773
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
28.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
36.1%
Transfer Out
Not reported
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
26.8%
$/Student
$9.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 28.3% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,024
In-State
$11,328
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,621
After Financial Aid
$12,244
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,222
Receive Grants
57.3%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $6,024/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $12,244.
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 Roxbury Community College fund their education.
While in School
57.3%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$13,620
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
N/A
Default Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Roxbury Community College.
Gender
67.9%
Female
32%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,977
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
53.4%
First-Gen
27 yrs
Avg Age
52.8%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 27, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 53.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 8.3% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,977
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
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Roxbury Community College fields 7 varsity teams with 123 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
123
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
69
Men
54
Women
6
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Roxbury Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,773
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$46K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$41K
18 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$34K
13 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$55K
11 grads
4yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
9 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$30K
9 grads
4yr Earnings
Median earnings are $39K 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.