Prince George's Community College
About Prince George's Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Prince George's Community College teaches in the Maryland suburbs east of Washington. Information systems and business are among its largest programs, and its agreements move graduates into the University of Maryland.
Founded
1958
Location
Largo, Maryland
Students
8,815
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
18.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,034
Out-of-state: $8,762
Avg Net Price
$8,672
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$47,548
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
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
18.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
67.5%
Transfer Out
16%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
36.3%
$/Student
$8.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 18.4% graduation rate is below average, but 67.5% 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
$4,034
In-State
$8,762
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,544
After Financial Aid
$8,672
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,314
Receive Grants
32.5%
Take Loans
12.5%
Tuition is $4,034/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $8,672.
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 Prince George's Community College fund their education.
While in School
32.5%
Get Grants
Free money
12.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,468
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$111/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,500, 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 Prince George's Community College.
Gender
63.3%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
8,815
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46.1%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
28.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 46.1% 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
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
8,815
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Prince George's Community College fields 3 varsity teams with 78 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
78
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
82% / 18%
64
Men
14
Women
3
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Prince George's Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$47,548
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$31K
616 grads
1yr Earnings
Management Information Systems and Services
$51K
76 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$59K
74 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$89K
60 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
$45K
49 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
46 grads
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $48K 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.