Frederick Community College
About Frederick Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Frederick Community College teaches in the Maryland countryside northwest of Washington. Science technology and business are among its largest programs, and better than a quarter of its students transfer on to a four-year college.
Founded
1957
Location
Frederick, Maryland
Students
4,203
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
37.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,849
Out-of-state: $10,042
Avg Net Price
$9,465
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$46,449
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
37.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
65.9%
Transfer Out
27%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
25.4%
$/Student
$10.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 37.4% graduation rate is below average, but 65.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,849
In-State
$10,042
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
$14,798
After Financial Aid
$9,465
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,640
Receive Grants
16.4%
Take Loans
7.7%
Tuition is $3,849/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,465.
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 Frederick Community College fund their education.
While in School
16.4%
Get Grants
Free money
7.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$31,282
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,150
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$86/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,150, 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 Frederick Community College.
Gender
55.5%
Female
45%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,203
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
43.4%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
20.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 43.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
4,203
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Frederick Community College fields 5 varsity teams with 122 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
122
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
76
Men
46
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Frederick Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$46,449
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$22K
234 grads
1yr Earnings
Science Technologies/Technicians, Other
$62K
150 grads
4yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$34K
94 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$71K
88 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Sciences, General
$33K
87 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
30 grads
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $46K 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.