The national average community college programs offered is approximately 12 programs (2026).
For public community colleges, the average programs offered is approximately 29 programs.
For private community colleges, the average programs offered is approximately 7 programs.
The community colleges with most programs offered in each state are listed below (where data available).
Programs Offered Range: 1
51
Avg. Programs Offered: 12
Average Community College Programs Offered (2026)
State
Average Programs Offered
Highest Colleges
10
8
26
16
11
8
10
13
9
6
16
40
12
14
9
51
7
25
8
14
16
8
26
18
11
7
5
5
8
21
9
3
6
4
3
4
3
4
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the national average community college programs offered?
The national average community college programs offered is 12 for 2026.
What are schools with the highest average community college programs offered in the United States?
The schools with the highest average community college programs offered in the United States include Fayetteville Technical Community College, Aims Community College and Westmoreland County Community College.
What is the state with the highest average community college programs offered?
The state with the highest average community college programs offered is North Carolina.
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