The national average community college student size is approximately 3,219 students (2024-25).
For public community colleges, the average student size is approximately 5,273 students.
For private community colleges, the average student size is approximately 680 students.
College Size Range: 782
8857
Avg. College Size: 2947
Average Community College Student Size (2024-25)
State
Average College Size
Largest Colleges
(# of Students)
(# of Students)
2,311 students
1,612 students
4,006 students
5,499 students
3,032 students
1,976 students
3,729 students
2,615 students
2,498 students
2,215 students
8,857 students
3,530 students
6,902 students
2,161 students
3,099 students
1,220 students
2,655 students
4,774 students
1,962 students
3,580 students
2,515 students
2,772 students
3,818 students
782 students
2,990 students
1,064 students
2,025 students
1,239 students
2,917 students
2,267 students
3,692 students
2,544 students
2,129 students
2,019 students
2,845 students
1,312 students
1,669 students
2,706 students
941 students
1,767 students
5,747 students
6,442 students
3,645 students
2,790 students
3,567 students
3,813 students
813 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the national average community college student size?
The national average community college student size is 3,219 for 2024-25.
What are schools with the highest average community college student size in the United States?
The schools with the highest average community college student size in the United States include Ivy Tech Community College, Dallas College and Lone Star College System.
What is the state with the highest average community college student size?
The state with the highest average community college student size is Idaho.
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