- Quincy College is a municipally affiliated, comprehensive community college addressing the educational, training and cultural needs of Greater Quincy and Plymouth, metropolitan Boston, and the South Shore of Massachusetts. The College is an open access institution which values achievement, diversity, economic opportunity, and life-long learning. Excellence in learning and teaching is emphasized in all college programs.
School Highlights
Quincy College serves 2,722 students (34% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 2,722 students
- In-state tuition: $4,846
- Out-state tuition: $4,846
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Quincy College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 234 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Quincy College
(MA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
234 staff
290 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Quincy College has declined by 19% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 15:1 over five years.
The Quincy College diversity score of 0.72 is more than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,722 students
2,012 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
933 students
903 students
# Part-Time Students
1,789 students
1,109 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
242 students
309 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
933 students
903 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
27 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,789 students
1,059 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
105 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
443 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
10%
5%
% Asian
22%
14%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
9%
19%
% White
2%
5%
% Hawaiian
45%
47%
% Two or more races
9%
9%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
3%
1%
Diversity Score
0.72
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.1369%
0.2182%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.5056%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$42,000
$35,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,846 is more than the state average of $4,424. The in-state tuition has declined by 25% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,846 is less than the state average of $9,401. The out-state tuition has declined by 25% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,846
$4,424
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,846
$9,401
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
61%
87%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,000
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,000
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
75%
SAT Reading
n/a
540
SAT Math
n/a
535
SAT Writing
n/a
480
ACT Composite
n/a
21
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Quincy College provides quality, affordable, community responsive associate degree, non-credit and certificate programs. As a college of the community, Quincy College is committed to the development of partnerships with government, business, industry, schools and community agencies to enhance educational opportunity, global perspective, economic development, and the quality of life. The Quincy campus is conveniently located in historic downtown Quincy, Massachusetts. Quincy Campus offers numerous programs of study awarding Associate degrees and certificates of completion in Business, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Early Childhood Education, Fine Arts, Fire Science Technology, Human Services/Social Work, Liberal Arts, Legal Studies and Nursing. In addition to a high-quality education from top instructors, the Quincy campus offers resources for our students including student advising, student life services, a computer lab, photo and art studios, Quincy College Anselmo Library, tutoring, a career center, Charlie's Café, Quincy College Bookstore, and more. Quincy College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education. Accreditation of an institution of higher education by the New England Association indicates that it meets or exceeds criteria for the assessment of institutional quality periodically applied through peer review process.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Quincy College cost?
Quincy College's tuition is approximately $4,846 for In-State students and $4,846 for Out-State students.
What is Quincy College's ranking?
Quincy College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Massachusetts for: Least expensive tuition, Diversity in US community colleges and Average community college minority breakdown.
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