Naugatuck Valley Community College is a Public, two-year, Associate Degree granting, co-educational, non-residential college.

History

Established in 1962 and renamed in 1992, NVCC is a "community based" college where students are provided opportunities to learn and explore their interests and abilities.

Location

The college is conveniently located in Waterbury, Connecticut at exit 18 off I-84.

Facilities

The 110 acre campus is equipped with state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories for general and specialized use. The Learning Resource Center supports the college's mission and academic curricula through its specialized services and diverse collection of materials and online resources. The Student Center supports student activities and offers a game room, and full-service cafeteria. NVCC is home to one of Connecticut's three observatories. Each year hundreds of citizens come to campus to view the "heavens." Over 1,100 networked computers are available for student use. The campus provides cultural programs for the region in the Fine Arts Center which houses two theatres, music and dance studios, video studios, and rehearsal rooms. Convenient, safe, and ample parking is available in parking garages and outdoor lots close to each section of the campus.

Enrollment

Approximately 5,000 credit students per semester and 7,000 non-credit students per annum attend the college to fulfill their educational goals.

Professional Staff

97% hold advanced degrees in their area of specialization.

Calendar

Instruction occurs throughout the year with Fall and Spring Semesters and a Summer Session. The Academic Calendar provides all the details.

Clubs and Organizations

There are over 40 clubs, organizations, and professional and honor societies available to students. The Student Government works on behalf of students and provides leadership opportunities for those interested.

Special Programs and Services

Cooperative Education, Career Services, English as a Second Language, Veterans Affairs, Services for Minority Students, Students with Physical Disabilities, Students with Learning Disabilities, Business and Industry Training Seminars, and Special Interest Programs.

Expenses

With tuition among the lowest in New England, NVCC is the best academic bargain around. That's a fraction of the cost of private colleges and universities. New tax credits and the Hope Scholarship program can make college extremely affordable. Financial Aid, scholarships, and payment plans are also available. Being a student at NVCC for the first two years gives you the opportunity to save up for the junior and senior years at a top university.

Scholarships/Financial Aid

Diverse financial aid program awarding scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study opportunities provided through federal, state, and private sources.

Accreditation

New England Association of Schools and Colleges; Connecticut Board of Governors for Higher Education; several special program accreditations including the American Bar Association, National League of Nursing, and the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, and the Professional Land Network (PLANET).