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Fall Enrollment is Open

Classes are filling now for the next term beginning October 28.
Flexible class schedules at NECC! Seven start dates over 10 terms!

Start Here... When it Works for You!

NECC offers seven start times throughout the year!
Free community college

Free Community College is Here

Eligible Massachusetts residents can say goodbye to tuition and fees!
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Career Focus

Programs tailored for in-demand careers and job preparedness.

WHAV: Northern Essex Community College Knights Soccer Rank Ninth in Poll

WHAV: Northern Essex Community College Knights Soccer Rank Ninth in Poll

The Northern Essex Community College men’s soccer team ranked ninth in the week six poll released Monday afternoon by the NJCAA.

Board of Trustees October 2024 Update

Board of Trustees October 2024 Update

Haverhill, MA (October 2, 2024) – The Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees met on the Haverhill Campus on Wednesday, October 2. The meeting included updates on MassEducate, the exploration of a shared campus...

Healey-Driscoll Administration Celebrates Free Community College Programs

Healey-Driscoll Administration Celebrates Free Community College Programs

Framingham, MA (October 2, 2024) — The Healey-Driscoll Administration, state legislators, local officials, and educators gathered this week to celebrate free community college in Massachusetts. Governor Maura Healey was joined by Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll,...

October is Emotional Wellness Month 👩‍⚕️🍁

Oct. 16, 2024

Free Community College Info Session - Online

Learn how NECC is now free to eligible Massachusetts residents!

Oct. 17, 2024

Lawrence Campus Tour and Information Session

Visit us on the for an information session and a tour led by one of our admission counselors.

Oct. 21, 2024

Professional Profile Photos and LinkedIn Workshop

Learn about LinkedIn, and get tips to develop your LinkedIn profile! All NECC students and alumni are welcome.

NECC Spotlight

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United We Thrive

NECC alumni celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
NECC Business Solutions

NECC Business Solutions

From workforce education to a variety of resources, NECC can help grow your business.

Stories of Us
The stories behind
Northern Essex Students, Faculty, and Staff

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Elijah Antunes, SGA President 2023-2024

“Student government is an organization where you can get your voice heard. Students should be motivated and inspired. If they are interested in making a change, I encourage them to get involved and be disciplined. That’s what’s going to make the world a better place.” Meet Elijah
Brian MacKenna-Rice and Lisa Fabbri-Lopez, two faculty members at NECC

Brian MacKenna-Rice & Lisa Fabbri-Lopez

“We work out in the field. And we learn that anybody can talk about this, but this is about behavior and what are you doing about it?” reflects MacKenna-Rice. “Let’s not just pretend it’s a philosophy book. Let’s understand it’s about life and human beings.” Meet Lisa & Brian
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Nayeli Almanzar-Lizardo

“I see a version of myself in each of my students; they inspire me every day. I remind them that everything works itself out in the end. I can’t imagine where else I’d be.” Meet Nayeli
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