Washington County Community College

Washington County Community College is one of the seven community colleges mandated by the Maine Community College. The campus is 400 acres wide with modern classrooms, labs and buildings located in Calais, a rural area within the boundaries of the United States and Canada.

Offering 24 programs of study at the associate degree, diploma and certificate levels, WCCC caters to students who wish to pursue a career after graduation, as well as to those who aspire to continue studying in another college or university. This school also offers online courses for students who prefer distance education with a more flexible schedule.

WCCC aims to equip vocational students with the necessary general knowledge and technical skills to jumpstart a career in various fields. On the other hand, the school’s Liberal Studies program provides students the opportunity to earn two years baccalaureate credential as groundwork for higher education. This program is offered with a flexible schedule during the day, in the evening and even online.Upon finishing the program, WCCC assist students in transferring to several four-year institutions of choice across the state with the AdvantageU partnership agreement.

In support of the student’s welfare, WCCCTrio Student Support Services offers tutoring, advising and counseling services to guide students in their journey to finishing their courses and determining their career path.

With its commitment to providing quality academic foundation, WCCC was recognized as one of the top Community Colleges in the U.S. in 2013. This college is also accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. through the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education.

WCCC admissions and aid can be found by visiting the school website or by completing the form on the page today.

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $3,500. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

• Annual tuition estimates are:
  • State Residents: $2,700-$3,200
  • Out-of-State: $5,400-$6,480
• Part-time students are charged:
  • In-State: $90-$110 per unit
  • Out-of-State: $180-$220 per unit

Financial Aid Details

The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.

	Percent of Students	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	72%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	63%	$5,827
Receiving Student Loans	33%	$4,641

Admissions, Academics, & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Washington County Community College may offer services to students like those listed below:

• Distance learning
• Remedial courses
• Career path counseling
• Student employment
• Assistance to find work
• Child care

Graduation & Transfer Rates

Community colleges often offer both career training programs and options for students to transfer-out to four year institutions, which is why the table below is so important, it compares this school against community colleges in Maine.

	Washington County Community College	Washington County	Maine
Graduation Rate	35.1%	-	27.2%
Transfer-out Rate	14.9%	-	14.2%

Other Community Colleges Nearby

The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Washington County Community College.

• Eastern Maine Community College in Bangor, ME (77 miles away)
• Northern Maine Community College in Presque Isle, ME (112 miles away)
• Central Maine Community College in Auburn, ME (163 miles away)
• Southern Maine Community College in South Portland, ME (181 miles away)
• White Mountains Community College in Berlin, NH (197 miles away)