Roxbury Community College

Overview

Roxbury Community College (RCC), located in Roxbury Crossing, Massachusetts, is a public, two-year institution that provides an accessible and affordable postsecondary education to a diverse community. Situated near the heart of Boston, this college offers an urban campus experience. Established in 1973, RCC has since been serving students primarily from the greater Boston area. While the college does not provide on-campus housing, it does facilitate an environment focused on learning and workforce development. Academically, RCC offers a range of degree and certificate programs with notable emphasis on health sciences, business, and STEM fields. The application process at Roxbury Community College is considered to have a high acceptance rate, allowing for a broad range of students to gain admission. Roxbury Community College does not have a focus on intercollegiate athletics, and therefore, athletic programs are not a highlight of the institution's profile.

Roxbury Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  328 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 886 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $936 plus fees of $5,160.

Roxbury Community College is designated as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and receives federal grants supporting the school's efforts to serve low and middle-income Black Americans.