Washington County Community College

Washington County Community College Overview

Washington County Community College is a public, state school in the rural setting of Calais, Maine. Washington County Community College was founded in 1969 and enrolls 374 undergrads and no graduate students. Washington County Community College provides on-campus housing for up to 150 students. The majority of students live on campus, and first year-students are required to live in campus housing. On the weekends, about 25% of students stay on-campus and participate in campus events and social life.

Student Involvement at Washington County Community College

Love music or performing? Sing in a chorus

Washington County Community College does not have any fraternities or sororities, do it might be a good option if Greek life isn't a priority for you.

Planning to play sports? Washington County Community College has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Washington County Community College on the Student Life page.

2022 Washington County Community College Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
In-State Tuition	$2,880
Out-of-State	$5,760

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Is Washington County Community College a Good School?

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There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how competitive an institution is.

Let's take a closer look at these areas to get a clearer sense of what Washington County Community College offers and if the college could be a good choice for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Washington County Community College

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. Retention measures how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Approximately 63% of students who start at Washington County Community College come back the next year. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for Washington County Community College Grads

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers.

Check with Washington County Community College directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Washington County Community College

Tuition is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

For information on Washington County Community College's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Washington County Community College.

Based on this information, how does Washington County Community College sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Washington County Community College a good school for you?

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Where is Washington County Community College?

Washington County Community College is located in the rural setting of Calais, Maine.

If you would like to see Washington County Community College for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 95 to Calais, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Bangor International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Washington County Community College and Calais are like without leaving home.

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