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Average
Score: 49/100

Bristol Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Fall River, Massachusetts 02720
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: 21%
Outcomes
D
41/100
Affordability
B
73/100
Resources
B
66/100
Experience
F
33/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

6,096
Total Enrollment
21%
Graduation Rate
60%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,738
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Bristol Community College

44% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,701 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$461,569
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,881
1-Year Change
+4.4%
For parents & investors

The Bristol Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $461,569
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,881/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 02720 (3.2% cap, Fall River)

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🏆 Where Bristol Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#19
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
of 20 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $576 $5,520

Financial Aid

84%
Receive Any Aid
55%
Receive Pell Grants
40%
Take Out Loans
$5,738
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,439
$30,001 - $48,000$4,802
$48,001 - $75,000$5,692
$75,001 - $110,000$10,268
$110,001+$11,574

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 162 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 162 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 97 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 71 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 38 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 29 grads/yr Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching 28 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 28 grads/yr Social Work 24 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 23 grads/yr Engineering Science 21 grads/yr Cybersecurity Defense Strategy/Policy 21 grads/yr Computer Science 20 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 19 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 17 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 15 grads/yr Graphic Design 15 grads/yr Occupational Therapist Assistant 12 grads/yr Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician 11 grads/yr Electrocardiograph Technology/Technician 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Student Demographics

6,096
Total Students
66%
Women
49%
Traditional Age (18-24)
44%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 56%
Hispanic 15%
Black 12%
Asian 2%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 44%
With Family 56%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,701 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 21%
Hybrid (Some Online) 29%
Fully Online 49%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 49%
25-64 (Adult) 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Bristol 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 Bristol Community College?
Tuition at Bristol Community College is $576 for in-state students and $5,520 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $5,738.
What is the graduation rate at Bristol Community College?
The graduation rate at Bristol Community College is 21%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Bristol Community College a good school?
Bristol Community College has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (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 (F): 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 Bristol Community College?
Bristol Community College has a total enrollment of 6,096 students.
Is there rental demand near Bristol Community College?
Yes! Approximately 44% of students at Bristol Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,701 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Fall River area.

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