C
Average
Score: 45/100

Great Bay Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Portsmouth, New Hampshire 03801
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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 30%
Outcomes
C
46/100
Affordability
C+
57/100
Resources
B
67/100
Experience
D
37/100
Prestige
F
18/100

Quick Stats

1,440
Total Enrollment
30%
Graduation Rate
64%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$17,658
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Great Bay Community College

50% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 720 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$814,666
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,974
1-Year Change
+5.8%
For parents & investors

The Great Bay Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $814,666
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,974/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 03857 (3.1% cap, Newmarket)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $6,450 $14,700

Financial Aid

55%
Receive Any Aid
27%
Receive Pell Grants
29%
Take Out Loans
$17,658
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$16,794
$30,001 - $48,000$22,016
$48,001 - $75,000$22,016
$75,001 - $110,000$22,016
$110,001+$22,016

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 53 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 39 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 28 grads/yr Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant 23 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 23 grads/yr Psychology, General 19 grads/yr Education, General 14 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 12 grads/yr Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 11 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 11 grads/yr Accounting 10 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 8 grads/yr Engineering, General 8 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 6 grads/yr Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Technology/Technician 6 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 6 grads/yr Design and Visual Communications, General 6 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 6 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 5 grads/yr History, General 5 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

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
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

1,440
Total Students
58%
Women
61%
Traditional Age (18-24)
50%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 73%
Hispanic 8%
Black 2%
Asian 4%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 50%
With Family 50%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~720 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 43%
Hybrid (Some Online) 40%
Fully Online 17%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 61%
25-64 (Adult) 34%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Great Bay 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 Great Bay Community College?
Tuition at Great Bay Community College is $6,450 for in-state students and $14,700 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $17,658.
What is the graduation rate at Great Bay Community College?
The graduation rate at Great Bay Community College is 30%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Great Bay Community College a good school?
Great Bay Community College has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): 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 Great Bay Community College?
Great Bay Community College has a total enrollment of 1,440 students.
Is there rental demand near Great Bay Community College?
Yes! Approximately 50% of students at Great Bay Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 720 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Portsmouth area.

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