The national average community college student size is approximately 4,541 students (2024-25).
For public community colleges, the average student size is approximately 7,586 students.
For private community colleges, the average student size is approximately 909 students.
College Size Range: 1053
12235
Avg. College Size: 4142
Average Community College Student Size (2024-25)
State
Average College Size
Largest Colleges
(# of Students)
(# of Students)
3,462 students
2,238 students
6,342 students
8,321 students
3,970 students
4,028 students
5,153 students
3,369 students
3,560 students
3,171 students
12,235 students
5,975 students
9,058 students
3,180 students
4,326 students
1,652 students
3,687 students
6,736 students
2,821 students
4,742 students
3,424 students
3,336 students
5,114 students
1,053 students
4,127 students
1,300 students
2,945 students
2,648 students
4,140 students
3,453 students
4,892 students
3,445 students
2,884 students
2,625 students
3,710 students
1,768 students
2,127 students
3,907 students
1,233 students
2,274 students
7,455 students
8,599 students
4,762 students
4,037 students
5,191 students
6,161 students
1,086 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the national average community college student size?
The national average community college student size is 4,541 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, Lone Star College System and Dallas College.
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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