Empowering Minds - Transforming Futures
Re-Envisioning

For a bold New World

Northampton Community College stands at the gateway of an extraordinary time in its history, requiring the college be bolder and more forward thinking than ever before.

Guided by Empowering Minds, Transforming Futures NCC’s Strategic Plan, and fueled by the rapidly evolving needs of the workforce and students, the college is on course to successfully navigate the bold new world that awaits.

Our students have always been the center of what we do; their success defines us. That will not change. What will evolve is how we accomplish that, so that our efforts consistently meet students where they’re at in their journey.

Vision

As one of the leading community colleges in the nation,

NCC will promote the highest level of student success in achieving academic, personal and professional goals while providing state-of-the-art education and training in every community we serve.

We will be the college of choice for innovative programming, encouraging every member of our community to have a lifelong connection to the institution, respecting and affirming the dignity of all people as we move forward.

Strategic Pillars

Empowering Minds, Transforming Futures is the blueprint that will provide a pathway for the college's successful future. It's built on four strategic pillars.

Pillar 01

Student Experience

Designing a compelling student experience that instills confidence and success.

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Pillar 02

Partnerships

Expanding collaborative partnerships and strategic alliances to meet regional needs.

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Pillar 03

Learning Pathways & Outcomes

Establishing educational pathways with defined outcomes that support student achievement.

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Pillar 04

A Dynamic & Healthy NCC Organization

Empowering a dynamic and healthy NCC organization that drives institutional growth.

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About NCC

Mission

Recognizing that students are the primary reason that Northampton Community College exists, we seek to provide excellent, accessible and comprehensive learning experiences in partnership with the dynamic, diverse communities we serve.

Values

We believe that learning thrives when there is a sense of curiosity and excitement about the world in which we live. As such, we value:

  • Excellence
  • Innovation
  • Sustainability
  • Accountability
  • Integrity
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Engagement