Holyoke Community College Massachusetts

Rural Massachusetts community college serving 3,706 students with low tuition and a liberal arts focus.

College statistics

Address:
303 Homestead Ave
Holyoke, MA
01040
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.hcc.edu/
Setting:
Rural
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Holyoke Community College is a public 2-year institution in Holyoke, Massachusetts, serving a primarily rural region. The college offers transfer pathways and career-focused programs rooted in liberal arts and sciences education, drawing students from across western Massachusetts.

In-state tuition is $5,688 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $10,632. Total enrollment stands at 3,706 students. The college maintains a significant endowment of $87.5 million, which supports institutional stability and student services.

As a community college, HCC functions as both a destination for workforce training and a transfer bridge to four-year institutions. The school works best for students seeking affordable entry into higher education, those pursuing associate degrees in career fields, and those planning to transfer to bachelor's degree programs. For more information about programs and admission, visit www.hcc.edu/.