C
Average
Score: 48/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
20/100 · earnings-weighted

Berkshire Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Pittsfield, Massachusetts 01201
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 23%
Outcomes
D
42/100
Affordability
B
70/100
Resources
B
69/100
Experience
D
39/100
Prestige
F
18/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,572
Total Enrollment
23%
Graduation Rate
60%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,264
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Berkshire Community College ▼

40% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$314,678
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,592
1-Year Change
+3.7%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Berkshire Community College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$38,832
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$36,584
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,053
Median debt at graduation
20%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
32.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 31% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 9th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MA wage index 1.29). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Berkshire Community College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$69,083$73,927-9%#767 of 962#950$17,992
Business Administration, Management and Operations—$48,049-1%#295 of 547#424—
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences—$41,784-13%#9 of 12#12—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$18,571$37,035-16%#821 of 947#919$9,500

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Berkshire Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $314,678
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,592/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 01224 (4.0% cap, Lanesboro)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $624 $6,240

Financial Aid

85%
Receive Any Aid
53%
Receive Pell Grants
39%
Take Out Loans
$8,264
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,965
$30,001 - $48,000$8,219
$48,001 - $75,000$9,326
$75,001 - $110,000$14,622
$110,001+$17,434

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 54 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 29 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 14 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 12 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 10 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 9 grads/yr Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 7 grads/yr Engineering, General 6 grads/yr Visual and Performing Arts, General 6 grads/yr Environmental Science 6 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 5 grads/yr Applied Horticulture/Horticultural Business Services, Other 5 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 5 grads/yr Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other 4 grads/yr Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other 3 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 3 grads/yr Community Organization and Advocacy 3 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 2 grads/yr Fine/Studio Arts, General 2 grads/yr Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology 2 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Berkshire Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Elementary school teachers, except special education
$62k/yr 1,422,700 jobs
Kindergarten teachers, except special education
$61k/yr 117,200 jobs
Preschool teachers, except special education
$37k/yr 555,100 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Student Demographics

1,572
Total Students
67%
Women
39%
Traditional Age (18-24)
40%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 67%
Hispanic 13%
Black 8%
Asian 2%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 40%
With Family 60%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~626 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 48%
Hybrid (Some Online) 30%
Fully Online 22%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 39%
25-64 (Adult) 34%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Berkshire Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Berkshire Community College?
Tuition at Berkshire Community College is $624 for in-state students and $6,240 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,264.
What is the graduation rate at Berkshire Community College?
The graduation rate at Berkshire Community College is 23%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Berkshire Community College a good school?
Berkshire Community College has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Berkshire Community College?
Berkshire Community College has a total enrollment of 1,572 students.
Is there rental demand near Berkshire Community College?
Yes! Approximately 40% of students at Berkshire Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 626 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Pittsfield area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology