New Hampshire’s Community Colleges

QW hat are the program options for people who choose to attend one of NH’s community colleges?

AStudents coming to one of New Hampshire’s community colleges have many program options that open doors to a variety of career and transfer pathways. Of course, we offer associate degree programs, which can typically be completed in two years, along with a variety of certificate offerings. There is a program to meet nearly every interest. Business? You’ll find programs from accounting to marketing to management and many more. Healthcare? Our exceptional programs in nursing and a broad range of other healthcare roles lead to careers in high demand. Hospitality, information technology, education, industrial trades, social services and advanced manufacturing and more all provide a range of specialties, such as cyber security, criminal justice, or medical assisting, that appeal to many different interests and align with what employers are looking for. The community colleges also offer short-term workforce programs that quickly lead to employment and advancement opportunities and often can be completed in a single semester

QWhat are the unique strengths of a community college?

ACommunity colleges are focused on you, the student. Our classes are small. You won’t be sitting a huge lecture hall being taught by professors who don’t know your name. Our faculty will get to know you and be there to help you explore and achieve your goals. Students play a big role in contributing to campus culture by forming clubs, taking on leadership positions, and taking advantage of community connections to learn about jobs and careers in their field. If your goal is a four-year degree, starting at a community college can help you build confidence and a strong foundation — all at a very affordable cost