Community College of Baltimore County
About Community College of Baltimore County
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
The Community College of Baltimore County teaches across the suburbs of the city from three campuses. Nursing, business and allied health are its largest programs, and close to a quarter of its students transfer on to a four-year college.
Founded
1957
Location
Baltimore, Maryland
Students
13,872
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
18.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,432
Out-of-state: $11,010
Avg Net Price
$9,844
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,729
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
18.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
56.1%
Transfer Out
23%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
30.2%
$/Student
$13.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 18.9% 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
$4,432
In-State
$11,010
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,430
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,781
After Financial Aid
$9,844
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,807
Receive Grants
34.3%
Take Loans
9.5%
Tuition is $4,432/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,844.
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 Community College of Baltimore County fund their education.
While in School
34.3%
Get Grants
Free money
9.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,497
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,528
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$122/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,528, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Community College of Baltimore County.
Gender
63.6%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
13,872
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46.6%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
37.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 46.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 8.5% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
13,872
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Community College of Baltimore County fields 7 varsity teams with 263 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
263
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
76% / 24%
201
Men
62
Women
6
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Community College of Baltimore Countyearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,729
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
605 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$76K
232 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$37K
77 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$70K
59 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
$37K
56 grads
1yr Earnings
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
$47K
56 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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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.