Housatonic Community College is located in Bridgeport, CT (a medium-sized city). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Housatonic Community College is the Associate's degree.

Course Topics

The school is known for its programs in drama and performing arts, photography and commercial art, business and management, family and social work, and security and law enforcement.

Housatonic Community College Selectivity

Housatonic Community College is an open-admission school.

Faculty

The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Housatonic Community College is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.

Student Enrollment

The school had 4,475 enrolled students in 2007.

The school reports its educational mission is:
"Our purpose at Housatonic Community College is to empower all individuals to develop to their full potential. We are committed to lifelong learning for all. As a knowledgeable and dedicated faculty and staff, we work together with students in a learner-centered, supportive, and stimulating environment. We prepare students to participate in, and contribute responsibly to, our global society. We strive for: Affordable, accessible, and high-quality higher education; Sensitivity to students with diverse backgrounds, needs and goals; An intellectually active and culturally rich environment that features the largest art collection of any two-year college in the country; A state-of-the-art campus with up-to-date technology and facilities designed to serve students, community groups, and local businesses; A vital liberal arts foundation to help students to develop creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills; Certificate, training, and associate programs for transfer to baccalaureate institutions, for specific job and employment skills, and for personal enrichment; Comprehensive student support services that work proactively with students for their success; Active partnerships with the community, businesses, and other educational institutions."