Springfield Technical Community College
About Springfield Technical Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Springfield Technical Community College teaches on the grounds of the old Springfield Armory in Massachusetts, a national historic site, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Business and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1967
Location
Springfield, Massachusetts
Students
4,759
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
31.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,904
Out-of-state: $11,112
Avg Net Price
$5,662
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,966
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
31.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62.7%
Transfer Out
14%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
49.8%
$/Student
$10.5K
Class Size
Large
The 31.8% graduation rate is below average, but 62.7% 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
$5,904
In-State
$11,112
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,971
After Financial Aid
$5,662
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,250
Receive Grants
50.1%
Take Loans
22.1%
Tuition is $5,904/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,662.
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 Springfield Technical Community College fund their education.
While in School
50.1%
Get Grants
Free money
22.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,001
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$6,570
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$70/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $6,570, 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 Springfield Technical Community College.
Gender
63.9%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,759
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48.1%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
40.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 48.1% 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
4,759
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
Springfield Technical Community College fields 3 varsity teams with 82 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
82
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
73% / 27%
60
Men
22
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 Springfield Technical Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,966
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$30K
120 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$20K
58 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$76K
57 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$64K
45 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$37K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
$25K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $37K 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.