At a Glance
Great Bay Community College is a small public community college in Portsmouth, NH. Approximately 1,259 undergraduates are enrolled. The campus sits in a beach town, just 5 miles from the ocean. Ski resorts are within 26 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Location
Portsmouth, NH
Campus Identity
Great Bay Community College is a small public community college in Portsmouth, NH. Approximately 1,259 undergraduates are enrolled. The campus sits in a beach town, just 5 miles from the ocean. Ski resorts are within 26 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Campus Lifestyle
Great Bay Community College is a 1,000–4,999, suburban school. The campus is 5 miles from Wallis Sands Beach, NH and 26 miles from Bradford Ski Area.
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Suburban setting
Beach Access
5 miles
Wallis Sands Beach, NH
Weather
Cold Climate
41°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Great Bay Community College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Bradford Ski Area, 26 miles away with 10 lifts and 48 skiable acres. All are within 41 miles of campus.
Massachusetts
New Hampshire
New Hampshire
Beach Town
Students at Great Bay Community College are 5 miles from Wallis Sands Beach, NH, putting the coast within easy reach any day of the week.
Wallis Sands Beach, NH
Ocean access within 4.7 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Portsmouth, NH
Portsmouth has a cool climate, with winters averaging 24°F in Jan and summers peaking around 70°F in Jul.
Station: GREENLAND · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Great Bay Community College in NH earns a composite safety score of 100/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,200 | $15,450 |
| Fees | $750 | $750 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $7,950 | $16,200 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
44 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Great Bay Community College located?
Great Bay Community College is located in Portsmouth, NH. The main campus address is 320 Corporate Drive, Portsmouth, NH. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
How many students attend Great Bay Community College?
Great Bay Community College enrolls 1,259 undergraduates. That figure counts degree-seeking undergraduate students across all years, not just the incoming class, and it excludes graduate students. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend Great Bay Community College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Great Bay Community College charges $7,200/year for in-state students and $15,450/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost is approximately $15,450/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,768/year — what students actually pay. Use Great Bay Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Great Bay Community College the right fit for me?
Whether Great Bay Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($15,768/year after aid), campus culture in Portsmouth, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Great Bay Community College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Great Bay Community College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Portsmouth, NH
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Cold · 41°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 100/100
- Nearest Airport
- Portsmouth, NH (PSM) · 1 mialso LWM (30 mi), MHT (34 mi)