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Who We Are:
Established in 1994, we are the seventh and newest college in Maine's Community College System. Our mission is to foster lifelong learning opportunities by offering quality career and academic programs and to serve as a highly valued resource for training and economic development in York County and the State of Maine.
What Do We Offer Our Students?
Our curricula aims are threefold.
- First, students receive concentrated training in their chosen field. They have a balanced schedule of classroom and laboratory course work. Students can also explore a range of general education courses that directly transfer to colleges and universities throughout Maine.
- Second, they receive special attention in communications and mathematics, which are critical skills for any career.
- Third, they receive education in psychology, sociology, communications, economics and human relations, to develop an understanding and appreciation of the complex problems that are part of today's workplace dynamics.
Our Campus:
Located on 84 acres of beautiful woodlands in Wells, YCCC is conveniently situated in the heart of York County. Our modern 77,000 square foot facility is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, classrooms, and laboratories.
The Students We Serve:
YCCC serves over 1,000 full-time and part-time students each fall and spring semester, while about 400 students attend during summer semester. About
one third of our students are enrolled full-time, while the remaining students are enrolled part-time in credit classes. In addition, the college serves another 1,600 students non-credit classes and workshops annually.
Enrollment - 1,006 (Fall 2007)
Full-time - 342 (34%) - Part-time - 684 (66%)
Degree/Certificate seeking - 774 (77%)
Non-degree seeking - 232 (23%)
Total Faculty - 83 (15 full-time; 68 adjunct)
Affordable Education:
York County Community College offers the most affordable education in Maine.
Residents pay tuition of only $80 per credit plus fees while out-of-state
residents pay tuition of $161 per credit plus fees. Financial Aid is available to assist students with the costs of attending college. Aid comes in the form of grants, student loans and work-study opportunities.
YCCC Foundation:
The YCCC Foundation mission is to financially support the College's strategic objectives that enhance the economic vitality of the region through educational opportunities.
Alumni:
The YCCC Alumni Association was established in 2001. The purpose of the Association is to work actively and effectively to advance the interests of York County Community College, its faculty, students and alumni, and the surrounding communities. There are
approximately graduates of degree and certificate programs.
York County Community College
112 College Drive,
Wells, ME 04090
(207) 646-9282
(207) 646-9675 - Fax
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