Wor-Wic Community College
About Wor-Wic Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Wor-Wic Community College teaches in Salisbury, on Maryland's Eastern Shore. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs, and close to a quarter of its students transfer on to a four-year college.
Founded
1975
Location
Salisbury, Maryland
Students
2,169
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
27.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,840
Out-of-state: $8,400
Avg Net Price
$9,360
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,748
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
27.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
66.5%
Transfer Out
24%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
50%
$/Student
$9.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 27.1% graduation rate is below average, but 66.5% 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
$3,840
In-State
$8,400
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
$15,190
After Financial Aid
$9,360
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,265
Receive Grants
43.1%
Take Loans
15.9%
Tuition is $3,840/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,360.
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 Wor-Wic Community College fund their education.
While in School
43.1%
Get Grants
Free money
15.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,353
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,828
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$83/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,828, 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 Wor-Wic Community College.
Gender
69.7%
Female
30%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,169
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
49%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
33.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 70% of the student body. 49% 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
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
2,169
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Wor-Wic Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,748
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$31K
102 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$71K
84 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$40K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
—
23 grads
Business/Commerce, General
—
18 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
16 grads
Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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