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Classes now filling for winter courses January 2-24.
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Career Focus

Programs tailored for in-demand careers and job preparedness.

Credit for Prior Learning Allows Student to Complete Degree in Under a Year

Credit for Prior Learning Allows Student to Complete Degree in Under a Year

Geraldin Rivera first came to Northern Essex Community College over a decade ago. She was pursuing a degree in Human Services and had many of her credits completed when life got in the way and...

Marketing Communications Department Strikes Gold

Marketing Communications Department Strikes Gold

Baltimore, MD (October 28, 2024)—The Northern Essex Community College Marketing-Communications Department is adding new hardware to its shelves. The National Council of Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR) District 1 Conference just wrapped up in Baltimore,...

WHAV: Northern Essex Community College Shares in Grant to Provide Free Course Materials and Textbooks

WHAV: Northern Essex Community College Shares in Grant to Provide Free Course Materials and Textbooks

Northern Essex Community College is partnering with Framingham State University to develop free course materials and textbooks, known as Open Educational Resources.

October is Emotional Wellness Month 👩‍⚕️🍁

Nov. 6, 2024

Free Community College Info Session - Online

Learn how NECC is now free to eligible Massachusetts residents!

Nov. 12, 2024

Whittier Tech: Exploring a Shared Campus - Public Listening Sessions

We need YOUR feedback on any potential future collaboration between Whittier Tech and NECC.

Nov. 19, 2024

Whittier Tech: Exploring a Shared Campus - Public Listening Sessions

We need YOUR feedback on any potential future collaboration between Whittier Tech and NECC.

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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