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Great Bay Community College
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Annual Tuition
$7,200
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
N/A
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
26.5%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$42,397
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Great Bay Community College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Portsmouth, NH. With a competitive tuition profile of $7,200, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 26.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 2-Year Cost
$14,400
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.2 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$12,397
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$109,570
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$233,540
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 26%
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 Great Bay Community College is $13,828.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$7,200
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* 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
63.6%
Success
26.5%
In-State Cost
$7,200
Age 25+ Students
34.2%
Carnegie Class
Carnegie 6
Working at 6yr
143 students
Living In Portsmouth
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$1,481
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$1,582
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$2,003
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 Portsmouth metropolitan area.