Mission Statement:

The mission of Northwestern Connecticut Community College is to inspire learning through accessible, high quality education. Northwestern is devoted to enriching lives by meeting individual and community needs in a supportive environment.

Educational Philosophy:

Within the context of its mission, Northwestern Connecticut Community College aspires to several educational ideals. Specifically, the College believes that an institution of higher learning must aim to produce educated men and women fully equipped to understand and engage the complexities of the modern world. The meaningful connection between classroom and the rest of the world comes through a devotion to inquiry and a respect for others.