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Public, 2-Year
Holyoke, MA

Holyoke Community College

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

Annual Tuition

$5,810

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

27.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$37,277

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Holyoke Community College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Holyoke, MA. With a competitive tuition profile of $5,810, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 27.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$11,620

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.6 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$7,277

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$61,150

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$133,920

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 27%

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 Holyoke Community College is $8,250.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
65.6%
34.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
50.0%
Hispanic
33.3%
Black
6.8%
Two or more
3.9%
Asian
2.8%
Unknown
2.3%
International
0.6%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

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

$5,810

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$5,173
$30k - $48k$5,581
$48k - $75k$7,588
$75k+$11,901

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$8,250
Pell Grant Recipients38.5%
Using Federal Loans23.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment48.6%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$5,036
Avg. Pell Grant$4,339
Avg. State/Local Grant$1,784
Avg. Institutional Grant$485
Students Receiving Grants99.0%

* 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

63.0%

Success

27.3%

In-State Cost

$5,810

Age 25+ Students

37.3%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 1

Working at 6yr

571 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Holyoke (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 Holyoke

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$934

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,115

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,375

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 Holyoke metropolitan area.