At a glance
Average net price
$7,931
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
23.8%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
3,059
In-state tuition
$6,160
Out-of-state tuition
$11,080
Cost of attendance
$15,487
Median earnings (10y)
$41,118
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
20 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (35%), social sciences (16%), business (14%).
- STEM9%
- Health35%
- Business14%
- Humanities & arts14%
- Social sciences16%
- Trades & services12%
- Health professions35.1%~1,072 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business14.5%~444 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Liberal arts11.8%~362 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~235 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~172 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science4.7%~145 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~122 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Legal3.4%~104 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~68 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Agriculture2.1%~63 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~50 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~45 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~41 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education1.0%~32 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~32 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.9%~27 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~27 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering0.1%~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication0.1%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
37 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 272 | $58,980 | $22,175 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 137 | $22,072 | $11,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 86 | $44,405 | $14,650 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 73 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 71 | — | $11,079 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate's | 58 | $35,314 | $9,250 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 50 | $35,431 | $11,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 44 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 42 | — | $6,550 |
| Human Services, General. | Associate's | 38 | $30,052 | $8,312 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 29 | — | $5,921 |
| Biology, General. | Associate's | 29 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 27 | — | — |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 26 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 25 | $52,952 | — |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 22 | — | — |
| Fire Protection. | Associate's | 21 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 21 | $50,109 | $14,435 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate's | 20 | $35,392 | $9,834 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 18 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 18 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 15 | $31,375 | $13,753 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Associate's | 14 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Undergraduate certificate | 13 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 13 | — | — |
| Physical Sciences, General. | Associate's | 13 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 12 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 11 | — | — |
| Physics. | Associate's | 11 | — | — |
| History. | Associate's | 11 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 10 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate's | 10 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate's | 8 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 8 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 7 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Mount Wachusett Community College
Mount Wachusett Community College is a mid-sized institution located in Gardner, Massachusetts, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 3,059 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Liberal arts.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Mount Wachusett Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $7,931 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $6,160 for in-state students and $11,080 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $15,487 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 23.8%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $41,118 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Mount Wachusett Community College confers degrees and certificates across 20 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Liberal arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (35% of credentials), social sciences (16% of credentials), business (14% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Gardner, Massachusetts (suburb), Mount Wachusett Community College draws students from across Massachusetts and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Mount Wachusett Community College
Q.How much does Mount Wachusett Community College cost?
The average net price at Mount Wachusett Community College is $7,931 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $15,487.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Mount Wachusett Community College?
Mount Wachusett Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 23.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Mount Wachusett Community College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Mount Wachusett Community College graduate earns $41,118 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Mount Wachusett Community College?
Published tuition is $6,160 in-state and $11,080 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Mount Wachusett Community College located?
Mount Wachusett Community College is located in Gardner, Massachusetts (ZIP 01440).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Mount Wachusett Community College at their official website.