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Great Bay Community College

Portsmouth, New Hampshire Β· Suburb: SmallOfficial Website β†—

#1578
Nationally
#10
In New Hampshire
$6,450
In-State Tuition
per year
1,440
Undergrad Enrollment
1,000–4,999
Overall Score & Rankings
52/100
Good
#1578 nationally
#10 in New Hampshire
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability50
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth59

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Great Bay Community College is a public two-year community college located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The college enrolls approximately 1,440 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $6,450 per year ($14,700 out-of-state), above average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$6,450/yr
In-State Fees$750/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$14,700/yr
Room & Board$1,400/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$8,600/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$16,850/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$6,450↓ Below avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
1,440
Total Undergrads
57% F / 43% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 73%
Hispanic 8%
Black 2%
Asian 4%
Two or more 3%
Native / Other 1%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $1,400/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (1,440 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Data on some metrics is not yet available β€” contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationPortsmouth, New Hampshire
SettingSuburb: Small
Size1,000–4,999
State Ranking
#10
in New Hampshire out of 7+ colleges
#1578
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.