Capital Community College (CCC) is the only public community college in Hartford, Connecticut.  Capital's roots date back to 1967 with the founding of Greater Hartford Community College. In 1992, Capital merged with Hartford State Technical College to become Capital Community-Technical College. In 2000, the College's name was changed to Capital Community College. For more than 50 years, CCC has been transforming the lives of individuals who walk through its doors, providing them with the tools and the support to improve their lives, continue their education, and succeed in the working world. Capital’s Mission is to provide access to higher education to the diverse residents of the Greater Hartford region.