The national average community college completion rates for first-time, full-time students is approximately 5% (2026).
For public community colleges, the average community college completion rates for first-time, full-time students is approximately 4%.
For private community colleges, the average community college completion rates for first-time, full-time students is approximately 7%.
Completion Rates Range: 20%
81%
Avg. Completion Rates: 45%
Average Community College Completion Rates for First-Time, Full-Time Students (2026)
State
Average Completion Rates
Colleges with Highest Completion Rates
29.40%
39.18%
38.18%
- University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College (41.00%)
- Baptist Health College Little Rock (0.75%)
- Southern Arkansas University Tech (0.63%)
- University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville (0.62%)
- University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain (0.57%)
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42.21%
61.06%
19.93%
66.67%
42.79%
28.19%
44.29%
37.65%
51.22%
54.77%
42.21%
42.55%
39.44%
23.70%
28.53%
21.79%
31.34%
33.95%
38.84%
44.41%
34.38%
50.73%
54.47%
34.69%
40.27%
27.72%
35.18%
36.84%
58.82%
59.09%
50.00%
48.78%
61.45%
25.79%
70.00%
65.28%
54.31%
65.26%
41.65%
60.80%
51.71%
50.19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the national average community college completion rates for first-time, full-time students?
The national average community college completion rates for first-time, full-time students is 5% for 2026.
What are schools with the highest average community college completion rates for first-time, full-time students in the United States?
The schools with the highest average community college completion rates for first-time, full-time students in the United States include Maine College of Health Professions, Montefiore School of Nursing and Assumption College for Sisters.
What is the state with the highest average community college completion rates for first-time, full-time students?
The state with the highest average community college completion rates for first-time, full-time students is Wyoming.
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