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Kennebec Valley Community College

Fairfield, ME·Public·www.kvcc.me.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Kennebec Valley Community College is a public community college in Fairfield, ME. Ski resorts are within 37 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 93/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Kennebec Valley Community College is a public community college in Fairfield, ME. Ski resorts are within 37 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 93/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$2,880
In-State Tuition
+$985 fees
$5,760
Out-of-State Tuition
+$985 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Beach Access

71 miles

Bar Harbor, ME

Ski Access

37 miles

Camden Snow Bowl

Weather

Cold Climate

38°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

37 mi away
100 skiable acres3 lifts
New Hermon Mountain

Maine

38 mi away
70 skiable acres3 lifts
46 mi away
45 skiable acres4 lifts

Nearest Beach

Bar Harbor, ME

Ocean access within 71.0 miles

71 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Fairfield, ME

19°Jan21°Feb30°Mar43°Apr55°May64°Jun70°Jul69°Aug61°Sep49°Oct37°Nov26°Dec

Station: WATERVILLE TREATMENT PLANT · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

93/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety10076100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
76/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

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

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$2,880$5,760
Fees
$985$985
Total
$3,865$6,745
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

35 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
41 grads/yr$36,478
Electrical and Power Transmission InstallersCertificate
39 grads/yr$132,564
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, GeneralCertificate
35 grads/yr
Allied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesAssociate's
31 grads/yr$43,178
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
29 grads/yr$73,136

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Certificate39 grads$132,564
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's29 grads$73,136
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's24 grads$66,084
Precision Metal Working
Associate's3 grads$59,020
Precision Metal Working
Certificate23 grads$53,244
Marketing
Associate's13 grads$43,931
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's31 grads$43,178
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Associate's14 grads$41,939
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's41 grads$36,478
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's26 grads$33,225

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 Kennebec Valley Community College located?

Kennebec Valley Community College is located in Fairfield, ME. The main campus address is 92 Western Ave, Fairfield, ME. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Kennebec Valley Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Kennebec Valley Community College charges $2,880/year for in-state students and $5,760/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $6,745/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Kennebec Valley Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Kennebec Valley Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Kennebec Valley Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($5,760/year out-of-state), campus culture in Fairfield, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Kennebec Valley Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Kennebec Valley Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Fairfield, ME
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 38°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
93/100
Nearest Airport
Augusta, ME (AUG) · 21 mialso BGR (41 mi), RKD (45 mi)

Location

Fairfield, ME

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.