- Housatonic Community College, located in Bridgeport, Conn. serves an 11 town area in Southwestern Conn. and is part of the Connecticut State Colleges & Universities system. Housatonic opened its doors in 1976. The college is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and the Connecticut Board of Regents for Higher Education.� HCC is a learner-centered, technology-rich institution that emposers individuals to develop to their full potential.
School Highlights
Connecticut State Community College Housatonic serves 3,604 students (32% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 26:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 72%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,604 students
- In-state tuition: $3,786
- Out-state tuition: $11,318
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Connecticut State Community College Housatonic ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 292 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Connecticut State Community College Housatonic
(CT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
292 staff
154 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Connecticut State Community College Housatonic has declined by 25% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 13:1 over five years.
The Connecticut State Community College Housatonic diversity score of 0.72 is less than the state average of 0.81. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,604 students
1,483 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
26:1
# Full-Time Students
1,154 students
770 students
# Part-Time Students
2,450 students
713 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
269 students
352 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,154 students
770 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
27 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,218 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
144 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
550 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
2%
% Asian
29%
9%
% Hispanic
n/a
17%
% Black
33%
20%
% White
3%
28%
% Hawaiian
29%
17%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
2%
Diversity Score
0.72
0.81
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
9%
20%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
60%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,700
$34,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,786 is less than the state average of $5,329. The in-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $11,318 is less than the state average of $15,711. The out-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,786
$5,329
Out-State Tuition Fees
$11,318
$15,711
Tuition Notes
Full-time, In-state
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
86%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,534
$8,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,000
$4,356
Acceptance Rate
n/a
78%
SAT Reading
n/a
500
SAT Math
n/a
510
ACT Composite
n/a
23
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
- Housatonic Community College offers a variety of associates degree and certificate programs and program options to prepare students for transfer to a four-year college or university to earn a degree. Most students are able to complete their first two years of college at HCC. Other students are prepared for employment or advancement in business, health care, technology, engineering, social and human service careers. For more information on degree and certificate programs go to: www.hcc.commnet.edu/academics Housatonic Community College strives to provide high quality, accessible instructional, and student services within an environment of mutual respect among faculty, staff, and students. These services are provided through an open-door admissions policy, at affordable cost, in a variety of settings (including online), and through a variety of teaching methods. CONTINUING EDUCATION offers non-credit, short-duration courses, certificates, and special certification programs to assist individuals in the community with professional goals or to personally enrich their own lives. Programs are also designed in response to the needs and requests of local business and industry. For more information go to: www.hcc.commnet.edu/ContEd Housatonic offers ONLINE and HYBRID classes (hybrid is a mix of both in person and online). For more information on online classes go to: www.hcc.commnet.edu/webct/DL.� Housatonic is an affirmative action // equal opportunity institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Connecticut State Community College Housatonic cost?
Connecticut State Community College Housatonic's tuition is approximately $3,786 for In-State students and $11,318 for Out-State students.
What schools are Connecticut State Community College Housatonic often compared to?
Connecticut State Community College Housatonicis often viewed alongside schools like Connecticut State Community College Gateway by visitors of our site.
What is Connecticut State Community College Housatonic's ranking?
Connecticut State Community College Housatonic ranks among the top 20% of community college in Connecticut for: Least expensive tuition and Average community college minority breakdown.
In what neighborhood is Connecticut State Community College Housatonic located?
Connecticut State Community College Housatonic is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT.
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