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Norwalk Community College

Type 2 year, Public
Campus locale City: Small
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 18 to 1
Students retention rate 59%
On-time graduation rate 14%

Located in Norwalk, Connecticut, Norwalk Community College is a public, institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of Norwalk Community College is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Norwalk Community College is accredited by the New England Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student-to-faculty ratio at Norwalk Community College is 18-to-1, which is slightly higher than both the state and national averages. The state average student-to-faculty ratio in Connecticut is 15-to-1, while the national average is 17-to-1. A lower student-to-faculty ratio generally allows for more personalized attention and interaction between students and faculty.

While the on-time graduation rate at Norwalk Community College is reported to be 14%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Connecticut state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 64% whereas the national average was 35%.

The retention rate of students at Norwalk Community College is 59% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Connecticut is 77%, while the national average is 61%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Norwalk Community College do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: New England Commission on Higher Education

In-State Tuition & Fees

$4,586

Cost of attendance at Norwalk Community College in 2022 for students from Connecticut.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Connecticut's average $13,780
National average $4,604

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$13,538

Cost of attendance at Norwalk Community College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Connecticut's average $30,716
National average $8,757

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 81 of freshman students at Norwalk Community College received on average $7,288 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$7,288
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 285 54% $4,857 $1,384,148
Other Federal Grant 427 81% $5,255 $2,243,913
State Grant/Scholarships 302 57% $1,923 $580,609
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 166 31% $1,732 $287,556
Total Grant & Scholarships 427 81% $7,288 $3,112,078

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Norwalk Community College students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Norwalk Community College students is 13.8%. Female students graduated at a rate of 17.7%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 9.9%.

13.8%

  • asian 46.1% 6 students
  • African American 5.8% 5 students
  • white 15.2% 17 students
  • unknown 33.3% 2 students
  • hispanic 13.9% 28 students
  • International Students 33.3% 2 students

Service Offerings

Norwalk Community College provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Norwalk Community College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training

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