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Mount Wachusett Community College

Gardner, MA·Public·mwcc.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Mount Wachusett Community College is a public community college in Gardner, MA. Ski resorts are within 8 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 97/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Mount Wachusett Community College is a public community college in Gardner, MA. Ski resorts are within 8 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 97/100 (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)
$600
In-State Tuition
+$5,068 fees
$5,520
Out-of-State Tuition
+$5,068 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Suburban setting

Beach Access

52 miles

Revere Beach, MA

Weather

Cold Climate

39°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

8 mi away
125 skiable acres8 liftsNo Waffle Cabin
Ski Ward Ski Area

Massachusetts

25 mi away
45 skiable acres4 lifts
28 mi away
52 skiable acres10 lifts

Nearest Beach

Revere Beach, MA

Ocean access within 52.3 miles

52 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Gardner, MA

22°Jan24°Feb32°Mar44°Apr55°May64°Jun70°Jul68°Aug61°Sep48°Oct38°Nov28°Dec

Station: ASHBURNHAM · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

97/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety10089100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
89/100
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
$600$5,520
Fees
$5,068$5,068
Total
$5,668$10,588
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

60 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
74 grads/yr$83,155
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
67 grads/yr$43,842
Allied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesCertificate
44 grads/yr$39,102
Business Administration, Management and OperationsCertificate
37 grads/yr$30,261
Allied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesAssociate's
36 grads/yr$50,002

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's74 grads$83,155
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate21 grads$77,523
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate's14 grads$73,520
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's23 grads$61,089
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's6 grads$60,626
Accounting and Related Services
Certificate28 grads$56,550
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's31 grads$55,418
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's36 grads$50,002
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Associate's12 grads$45,678
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Associate's12 grads$44,193

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 Mount Wachusett Community College located?

Mount Wachusett Community College is located in Gardner, MA. The main campus address is 444 Green St, Gardner, MA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Mount Wachusett Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Mount Wachusett Community College charges $600/year for in-state students and $5,520/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $10,588/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Mount Wachusett Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Mount Wachusett Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Mount Wachusett Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($5,520/year out-of-state), campus culture in Gardner, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Mount Wachusett Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Gardner, MA
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 39°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
97/100
Nearest Airport
Worcester, MA (ORH) · 23 mialso EEN (26 mi), MHT (36 mi)

Location

Gardner, MA

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.