Baltimore City Community College
About Baltimore City Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Baltimore City Community College is the only state-run community college in Maryland and teaches in the middle of the city. Social health services and nursing are among its largest programs.
Founded
1947
Location
Baltimore, Maryland
Students
3,700
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
17.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,314
Out-of-state: $7,394
Avg Net Price
$15,987
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,025
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
17.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
47.9%
Transfer Out
10%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
36.4%
$/Student
$9.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 17.1% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,314
In-State
$7,394
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,460
Total Cost of Attendance
$22,790
After Financial Aid
$15,987
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$15,978
Receive Grants
44.3%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $3,314/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $15,987.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Baltimore City Community College fund their education.
While in School
44.3%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$13,594
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
N/A
Default Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Baltimore City Community College.
Gender
70.9%
Female
29%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,700
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
56.5%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
53.8%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 56.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 13.5% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
3,700
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Baltimore City Community College fields 2 varsity teams with 41 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
2
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
41
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
39% / 61%
16
Men
25
Women
1
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Baltimore City Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,025
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$41K
105 grads
1yr Earnings
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
$31K
37 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$73K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
—
26 grads
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$81K
26 grads
4yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$42K
25 grads
4yr Earnings
Median earnings are $36K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.