Community College System New Hampshire

What Community College System New Hampshire does

Community College System of New Hampshire (CCSNH) is a public state system of higher education governed under New Hampshire RSA 188-F, comprising seven accredited community colleges plus three academic centers distributed across the state (Portsmouth, Laconia, Manchester, Nashua, Concord, Claremont, and Berlin), serving approximately 24,000 students annually. The system offers more than 200 associate degree and certificate programs organized into seven academic focus areas spanning arts and humanities, business, health sciences, hospitality and culinary, industry and transportation, social and behavioral sciences, and STEM/advanced manufacturing. Delivery occurs through on-campus instruction, 100% online courses, and hybrid formats via the Canvas Learning Management System, with administrative operations supported by Ellucian Banner Digital Campus (SIS), Office 365, and the National Student Clearinghouse for transcript services.

CCSNH operates multiple product and program lines beyond traditional credit instruction, including the Early College dual enrollment program for high school students (grades 10–12), registered apprenticeship programs in manufacturing, cybersecurity, healthcare, and energy, the Center for Business & Industry Training for non-credit professional development, and transfer pathways such as the NH Transfer Guarantee (eight-plus four-year partners) and the RN-to-BSN Pathway with UNH College of Professional Studies. Revenue is generated through per-credit tuition ($238 in-state, $357 New England Regional, $523 out-of-state, effective Fall 2026), state appropriations under RSA 188-F, federal grants (e.g., $3.2M U.S. DOL apprenticeship grant in 2023, $6.7M Rural Health Transformation Program in 2026, $1.2M TREC state grant in 2026), and contracted workforce training with employers. All seven colleges hold NECHE accreditation and Title IV certification, enabling federal financial aid disbursement.

The system's go-to-market combines direct student enrollment through admissions counseling with high school partnerships (Early College), employer partnerships (apprenticeships and customized workforce training), and articulation agreements with public and private four-year institutions. Recent strategic activity centers on grant-funded expansion of healthcare workforce capacity in rural NH and apprenticeship growth in four priority sectors, alongside an interim leadership transition at River Valley Community College (Dr. Eileen Glover, May 2026). Leadership is headed by Chancellor Dr. Mark Rubinstein, with a Board of Trustees of 24 voting members appointed by the Governor.

Name

Community College System New Hampshire

Legal name

Community College System of New Hampshire

Website

https://ccsnh.edu

Company type

Public

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Community College System of New Hampshire is a public state higher education system operating seven community colleges and three academic centers across New Hampshire, offering 200+ associate degree, certificate, and workforce training programs to approximately 24,000 students annually.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Higher Education / Community College Services

NAICS

Junior Colleges (6112), Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Comprehensive Community Colleges (Transfer + Workforce) (EDAHADAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Transfer/University-Parallel Community Colleges (EDAHADAF), Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit) (EDAHADAG), Dual Enrollment / Early College Programs (via Community Colleges) (EDAHADAH), Online Divisions of Traditional Universities (Hybrid/Extension) (EDAHALAB)

Keywords

• Community college education
• Associate degree programs
• Workforce training
• Early college programs
• Transfer pathways

Headquarters

HQ city

Concord

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Tuition revenue from in-state, New England Regional, and out-of-state students. Per-credit tuition rates fund core educational operations. Additional revenue from course fees, lab fees, and program-specific charges.
2. State Appropriations: Annual state funding allocated through NH legislative process, distributed to the seven colleges within CCSNH
3. Federal Grants: Grant funding from federal agencies including U.S. Department of Labor ($3.2M apprenticeship expansion grant) and Rural Health Transformation Program ($6.7M for healthcare hubs)
4. Healthcare Training Contracts: Revenue from workforce training programs funded through state healthcare initiatives and partnerships with healthcare providers

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

CCSNH operates seven accredited community colleges across New Hampshire delivering over 200 associate degree and certificate programs through on-campus, online, and hybrid formats. The system provides Early College dual enrollment for high school students, workforce training and registered apprenticeships in high-demand industries, and established transfer pathways to four-year universities. Student support services include online tutoring, financial aid administration, and comprehensive academic advising.

Product overview

The Community College System of New Hampshire (CCSNH) is a public higher education system consisting of seven community colleges offering over 200 associate degree and certificate programs across New Hampshire. The system provides education through multiple modalities including on-campus, online (via Canvas LMS), and hybrid delivery. Key products include the Early College dual enrollment program for high school students, workforce training through the Center for Business & Industry Training, apprenticeship programs in partnership with the U.S. Department of Labor, and transfer pathways including the RN to BSN partnership with UNH and the NH Transfer Guarantee program. Student services are delivered through the Student Information System (SIS/SIS9), Smarthinking online tutoring, and comprehensive financial aid services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Seven Community Colleges CCSNH operates seven accredited community colleges across New Hampshire: Great Bay Community College (Portsmouth), Lakes Region Community College (Laconia), Manchester Community College (Manchester), Nashua Community College (Nashua), NHTI Concord's Community College (Concord), River Valley Community College (Claremont), and White Mountains Community College (Berlin), serving approximately 24,000 students with associate degrees, certificates, and workforce training.
• Academic Degree and Certificate Programs Over 200 associate degree and certificate programs grouped into seven academic focus areas: Arts/Humanities/Communications/Design, Business, Health Sciences, Hospitality/Culinary, Industry/Transportation, Social/Educational/Behavioral Science, and STEM/Advanced Manufacturing. Designed for traditional students, adult learners, and career changers seeking industry-aligned credentials.
• Early College Program Dual enrollment program allowing high school students in grades 10-12 (ages 15 and older) to take college courses at discounted rates. Available at community college campuses (half tuition) or directly at high schools through Early College at the High School ($150 per course). Two Early College scholarships available annually covering tuition and most fees.
• Workforce Training (Center for Business & Industry Training) Non-credit programs and workshops for working professionals seeking to update skills, offered through the Center for Business & Industry Training at each campus. Covers business, technical, and professional development areas for working professionals and employers seeking customized training solutions.
• Registered Apprenticeship Programs Registered apprenticeship programs in manufacturing, cybersecurity, healthcare, and energy industries, expanded through $3.2M U.S. Department of Labor grant funding to improve workforce development and create sustainable industry partnerships. Designed for NH employers seeking skilled workforce pipelines.
• RN to BSN Pathway Partnership with UNH College of Professional Studies allowing NH community college nursing graduates (ADN) to complete a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree online at community college tuition rates through UNH CPS online programs.
• NH Transfer Guarantee Transfer partnership program with eight participating four-year colleges and universities (Colby-Sawyer College, Franklin Pierce University, Keene State College, New England College, Plymouth State University, UNH, and others) guaranteeing seamless admission and credit transfer for eligible CCSNH graduates.
• Online Learning Program 100% online and hybrid course delivery available across all seven community colleges through the Canvas Learning Management System. Provides flexibility for working students, adult learners, and remote students pursuing associate degrees, certificates, or individual courses.
• Rural Healthcare Hubs Initiative Healthcare hubs established through $6.7 million from the federal Rural Health Transformation Program addressing access, infrastructure, and education challenges in rural areas of New Hampshire. Designed to address healthcare workforce shortages and rural community healthcare needs.

Quantifiable outcome

• NH community colleges serve over 21,000 learners annually
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• UNH College of Professional StudiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRN to BSN Pathway partnership allowing NH community college nursing graduates to complete bachelor's degrees at community college tuition rates through UNH CPS online programs.
• NH Transfer (Colby-Sawyer College, Franklin Pierce University, Keene State College, New England College, Plymouth State University, UNH)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNH Transfer Guarantee provides seamless transfer pathways with guaranteed admission, credit transfer, and scholarships for NH community college graduates.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Maine Community College System: Seven-college statewide system in neighboring Maine with similar rural/urban mix, associate degree focus, and workforce training emphasis—closely mirrors CCSNH's scale and geographic distribution.
• Virginia Community College System (VCCS): 23-college statewide system with comprehensive community college model including workforce credentials, transfer guarantees, and dual enrollment—comparable in mission and operational structure at larger scale.
• Massachusetts Community College System: Statewide system of 15 community colleges in neighboring Massachusetts offering associate degrees, certificates, and workforce training with transfer pathways—directly comparable in mission, structure, and scale to CCSNH.
• Vermont State University: Vermont's consolidated public higher education system including community college functions—smaller scale but directly comparable as a neighboring New England public postsecondary system serving a similar rural demographic.
• Connecticut State Community College (CT State): Recently consolidated statewide community college system in Connecticut offering associate degrees, certificates, and transfer pathways—comparable in mission, governance model, and postsecondary workforce role.
• Community College of Rhode Island: Statewide community college in neighboring Rhode Island with multiple campuses, associate degrees, and workforce training—comparable in New England state-system structure and transfer pathway model.

Broad incumbents

• California Community Colleges: Largest US community college system (115+ colleges, ~2M students)—useful structural benchmark for statewide CC governance, funding model, and transfer/workforce program design, though at vastly larger scale.
• University System of New Hampshire: Same-state four-year public university system (UNH, Keene State, Plymouth State, Granite State) that receives CCSNH transfer students—overlapping education space but at the baccalaureate level.
• SUNY Community Colleges: Network of community colleges within the State University of New York system offering associate degrees and workforce training—relevant at much larger scale for benchmarking statewide CC operations.

Emerging players

• Southern New Hampshire University: Large NH-headquartered online university competing for the same adult learner and online enrollment segments that CCSNH targets via Canvas LMS—relevant competitive overlap in non-traditional student markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/NHcommunitycolleges
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/community-college-system-of-new-hampshire-ccsnh
• Instagraminstagram.com/ccsnh_603
• Xx.com/ccsnh603

Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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Investments

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