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Explore Maine's Community Colleges!

More than 33,000 students a year attend Maine’s seven community colleges, pursuing everything from trades to transfer through associate degrees, one-year certificates, short-term workforce training, online programs, early college, and more.

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Central Maine Community College

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Main campus in Auburn with off-campus center in Damariscotta

cmcc.edu
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Eastern Maine Community College

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Main campus in Bangor with off-campus center in East Millinocket

emcc.edu
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Kennebec Valley Community College

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Campuses in Fairfield and Hinckley

kvcc.me.edu
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Northern Maine Community College

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Main campus in Presque Isle with off-campus center in Houlton

nmcc.edu
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Southern Maine Community College

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Campuses in South Portland and Brunswick

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Washington County Community College

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Main campus in Calais

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York County Community College

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Main campus in Wells with an off-campus center in Sanford

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33K

Total students

96 %

Maine residents

79 %

receive financial aid

300 +
Degree/Certificate programs
79 %
of degree-seeking students have tuition fully covered
60K +
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Student Spotlights

When it comes to college, “one size” doesn’t fit all. At Maine’s community colleges, we believe doing things your way is a critical piece of building a successful future—a future in which you can further your education and career without spending a fortune or interrupting the flow of your life.

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EMCC allowed me to connect my passion with my learning.
—Katahdin Javner
EMCC '24
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A campus tour sold me and I was inspired to pursue my studies at SMCC.
—Bea Martin
SMCC '24
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KVCC impacted me by supporting me in order to flourish in my chosen career path.
—Crystal MacGown
KVCC '24
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Luke enrolled in an accelerated nine-month electrical technology program at EMCC, motivated by the high demand for skilled tradespeople. The short-term training offered comprehensive training, allowed Luke to graduate debt-free, and led to immediate employment. Luke credits his career success to the program, saying the hard work was worth the opportunity to advance in a high-demand career.
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Short-Term Workforce Training Available!

Looking to start a job—or move up—in less than a year? Maine’s community colleges offer fast, hands-on training programs developed with Maine employers to meet real workforce needs.

Through the Harold Alfond Center, programs are grant-funded, offered statewide year-round, and often free for students. Many lead directly into certificate or degree programs.

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