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Public, 2-Year
Boston, MA

Bunker Hill Community College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$5,520

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

17.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$47,618

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Bunker Hill Community College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Boston, MA. With a competitive tuition profile of $5,520, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 17.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$11,040

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

0.6 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$17,618

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$165,140

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$341,320

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 18%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Bunker Hill Community College is $10,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
57.4%
42.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
30.0%
Black
23.2%
White
16.0%
Unknown
11.6%
Asian
8.2%
International
7.4%
Two or more
3.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$5,520

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$4,847
$30k - $48k$6,653
$48k - $75k$9,288
$75k+$11,291

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$10,500
Pell Grant Recipients38.1%
Using Federal Loans6.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment44.9%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

64.4%

Success

17.8%

In-State Cost

$5,520

Age 25+ Students

39.6%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 1

Working at 6yr

1,086 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Boston (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Boston (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Boston

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$2,212

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$2,377

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$2,827

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Boston metropolitan area.