Community College of Baltimore County Tuition &
Community College of Baltimore County is a public community college in Baltimore, Maryland, with about 13,872 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $9,844 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $4,432. Student demographics in federal data include Black or African American (41.4%) and White (29.1%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $4,432
- 2024 Average Net Price: $9,844 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 13,872 28.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 18.94%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
- First-Generation Students: 46.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 2.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 30.2%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 24,474
- Room & Board: $15,742 annual estimate
Community College of Baltimore County: what the data shows
Common questions about Community College of Baltimore County, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Community College of Baltimore County?
Community College of Baltimore County is located in Baltimore, MD (ZIP 21237).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Community College of Baltimore County public or private?
Community College of Baltimore County is a Public institution.
How much does Community College of Baltimore County cost?
Published tuition: $4,432 in-state, $11,010 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $9,844.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $8,807 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $8,725 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $10,833 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $13,023 |
| $110,001+ | $15,032 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $17,728.
How big is Community College of Baltimore County?
Total enrollment: 13,872 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 24,474 students.
About 29% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Community College of Baltimore County?
150%-time completion rate: 18.94%.
First-year retention: 56.1%.
What do graduates of Community College of Baltimore County earn?
Median earnings: $36,507 six years after entry; $43,729 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $11,528.
34.27% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Community College of Baltimore County known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other (508 completions)
- Corrections (370 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (195 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Police Science (142 completions)
- Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling (135 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (121 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (76 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (73 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (70 completions)
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance (61 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Community College of Baltimore County a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 18.94%; median earnings $43,729 at 10 years; net price $9,844. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$4,432
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Community College of Baltimore County was $4,432.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$9,844
2024 Value
In 2024 Community College of Baltimore County had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $9,844.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$39,376 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$9,844 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$17,728 4-Year In-State Tuition
$44,040 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$15,742 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,430 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$21,604 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$86,416 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Community College of Baltimore County.
Financial Aid by Income Level
34.27% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
9.49% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Community College of Baltimore County was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Community College of Baltimore County in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $3,559 | $9,357 | $7,748 |
| 2014 | $3,712 | $9,718 | $7,291 |
| 2015 | $3,712 | $9,718 | $8,545 |
| 2016 | $3,868 | $10,082 | $8,550 |
| 2017 | $4,022 | $10,340 | $8,792 |
| 2018 | $4,276 | $10,204 | $8,923 |
| 2019 | $4,354 | $10,464 | $8,242 |
| 2020 | $4,380 | $10,880 | $7,890 |
| 2021 | $4,380 | $10,880 | $7,673 |
| 2022 | $4,380 | $10,880 | $6,793 |
| 2023 | $4,380 | $10,880 | $6,643 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Community College of Baltimore County reported total enrollment of about 13,872 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 36% male and 64% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (41.4%), White (29.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (8.8%). About 34.27% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 46.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
28.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Community College of Baltimore County in 2024 is 13,872 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 24,474 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
56.1%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Black or African American at 41.4%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
9.98% 100% Completion Time
18.94% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 9.98% of students graduating from Community College of Baltimore County completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 40% male / 60% female
- Corrections: 54% male / 46% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 10% male / 90% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Community College of Baltimore County.
Return on Investment
$11,528 Median Student Debt
$43,729 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
26.36% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1010.55% Return on Investment
2.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Community College of Baltimore County.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 74 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 508 completions
2. Corrections: 370 completions
3. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 195 completions
4. Criminal Justice/Police Science: 142 completions
5. Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling: 135 completions
6. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 121 completions
7. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 76 completions
8. Business/Commerce, General: 73 completions
9. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 70 completions
Most popular programs at Community College of Baltimore County.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Community College of Baltimore County graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Community College of Baltimore County from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 30.2%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,385
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $13,098
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Community College of Baltimore County is a public institution located in Baltimore, MD, classified as Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other, Corrections, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Enrollment is approximately 13,872 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (41.4%), White (29.1%), Hispanic or Latino (8.8%). The 150%-time completion rate is 18.94%. Approximately 34.27% of students receive Pell Grants. About 46.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Location
Baltimore, MD 21237
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 18.94% graduation rate at Community College of Baltimore County falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 74 distinct degree programs, Community College of Baltimore County provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Community College of Baltimore County located?
Community College of Baltimore County is located in Baltimore, MD.
How much does Community College of Baltimore County cost?
Reported tuition is $4,432 and average net price is $9,844 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $15,742 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Community College of Baltimore County?
Community College of Baltimore County reports undergraduate enrollment of about 24,474 students, Black or African American (41.4%), White (29.1%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Community College of Baltimore County?
About 46.6% of students at Community College of Baltimore County are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Community College of Baltimore County earn?
Median earnings are $36,507 six years after entry and $43,729 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Community College of Baltimore County?
The 150%-time completion rate is 18.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Community College of Baltimore County students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $11,528.
Is Community College of Baltimore County public or private?
Community College of Baltimore County is a public institution located in Baltimore, MD.
Is Community College of Baltimore County an HBCU?
No. Community College of Baltimore County is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Community College of Baltimore County a tribal college?
No. Community College of Baltimore County is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Community College of Baltimore County a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Community College of Baltimore County does not meet that proxy (reported share 8.8%).
Is Community College of Baltimore County religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Community College of Baltimore County in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Maryland college costs
- Maryland colleges by ROI
- Maryland trade schools profile
- Baltimore, Maryland city profile
- Mid East regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Maryland
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.