Holyoke Community College
Holyoke Community College (HCC) is located in Holyoke, Massachusetts. This public community college was established back in 1946. This school even has the distinction of being the first community college in all of Massachusetts. It has been serving the needs of the community for many decades and offers students many programs to pursue. Students can enroll in courses to pursue various associate degrees, and there are also many certificate programs. HCC has a transfer program as well for students who want to earn credits to transfer over to a four-year university. The success of HCC in the community has lead to the school having an exceptionally high rate of graduates, and it continues to provide students with the best educational opportunities possible.
The HCC nursing program offers students the chance to pursue the practical nursing certificate program or the associate degree in nursing program. HCC has designed the nursing program to help support and nurture the nurses of the future. Nursing students will be able to enjoy multimedia-equipped classrooms that offer great simulation experiences. Students will receive thorough training in order to prepare for the NCLEX licensure exam. This program is approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing. The associate of science in nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleLarge Suburb |
| Number of Students5,565 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio15:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level2-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus Housing- |
| Retention Rate58% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate's degree | 8 | 44 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 1 | 9 |
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60 miles away |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
|
New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education 12/01/1970 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 06/01/1976 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateCost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $183/credit | |
| In State Students | $183/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $389/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | - | |
| In State Students | - | |
| Out of State Students | - | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $8,235 | $8,235 | $17,505 |
| ADN | 70 | $12,810 | $12,810 | $27,230 |
| BSN | 125 | $22,875 | $22,875 | $48,625 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 79% of Holyoke Community College's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 57% | $4,090 |
| Other Federal Grant | 23% | $293 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 52% | $1,310 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 24% | $380 |
| Federal Student Loans | 30% | $3,719 |
| Private Loans | 1% | $3,278 |
$7,979
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$6,486 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$7,374 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$9,723 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$11,493 |
| Over $110,000$12,326 |
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Student Population
5,565
Undergrads
0
Graduates
3,436
Women
2,129
Men
45%
Full-time
55%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
|
White |
58% |
|
Hispanic |
27% |
|
Black/African American |
6% |
|
Two or more races |
3% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
3% |
|
Asian |
2% |
|
Non-resident alien |
1% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Massachusetts state board of nursing.
