The national average community college student size is approximately 4,630 students (2025).
For public community colleges, the average student size is approximately 7,435 students.
For private community colleges, the average student size is approximately 886 students.
College Size Range: 1053
12235
Avg. College Size: 4236
Average Community College Student Size (2025)
State
Average College Size
Largest Colleges
(# of Students)
(# of Students)
3,383 students
2,317 students
6,207 students
8,519 students
4,289 students
4,028 students
5,345 students
3,369 students
3,939 students
3,171 students
12,235 students
6,126 students
9,324 students
3,093 students
4,326 students
1,718 students
3,756 students
7,393 students
2,821 students
5,011 students
3,496 students
3,336 students
5,114 students
1,053 students
4,127 students
1,300 students
2,945 students
2,648 students
4,226 students
3,453 students
5,241 students
3,543 students
2,893 students
2,763 students
3,812 students
1,837 students
2,127 students
3,907 students
1,233 students
2,380 students
7,499 students
9,485 students
4,763 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 4,630 for 2025.
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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