Central Maine Community College

Founded in 1963 as Androscoggin State Vocational Institute, later changed to Central Maine Vocational Technical Institute, in 1989 its name was changed to Central Maine Technical College. As part of a statewide name change of the technical college system, on July 1, 2003, the school became Central Maine Community College.

Central Maine Community College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges . [ 2 ]

Enrollment — approximately 3,376 students [ 1 ] Student/faculty ratio is 18:1. 96% placement in jobs or education continuation

Central Maine Community College's physical facilities were enlarged to keep pace with increased demand. 1967 - Addition completed to the original instructional facility. First residence hall constructed. 1969 - Extension of the North Wing completed. Entire instructional complex was designated by the State Board of Education as the Louis Jalbert Industrial Center, now Jalbert Hall. 1972 - Jalbert Hall South Wing was constructed in 1972 and expanded in 1979 and 1986. 1975 - Two apartment style dormitory buildings and the present dining room/kitchen facilities built. 1989 - A building to house the Culinary Arts program was completed. In November 1989 Maine voters authorized capital bonding for the 40,000 sq ft (3,700 m 2 ) ., Geneva A. Kirk Hall, which houses Nursing, Allied Health and Occupational Health and Safety programs; science laboratories; fitness and recreation facilities, gymnasium; and the Corporate and Community Services Division. 1993 - Kirk Hall dedicated for use on May 6, 1993. 1999 - Lapoint Center approved by voters. 2002 - Lapoint Center opens and includes classroom, office facilities, student use and library access. 2007 - Rancourt Hall, a co-ed residence hall, opens. 2019 - Addition of an esports arena as part of the new Esports Management program opening the same year. [ 3 ]