- Chesapeake College is a comprehensive public two-year regional community college serving the educational needs of the residents of Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne's and Talbot counties on Maryland's Upper Eastern Shore. The College's mission is to provide a learner-centered environment that provides affordable, quality, educational experiences and support services, a focus on student achievement, choice in instructional delivery, and innovative use of instructional technology. This environment maximizes students' potential for intellectual and personal growth.
School Highlights
Chesapeake College serves 2,095 students (20% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 63%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 2,095 students
- In-state tuition: $5,120
- Out-state tuition: $6,968
- Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
- Minority enrollment: 33%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 73% over five years.
Chesapeake College
(MD) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1965
Campus Size
170 acres
Total Faculty
78 staff
190 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
Transforming Lives. Empowering Futures.
Student Body
The student population of Chesapeake College has grown by 10% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Chesapeake College diversity score of 0.52 is less than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has grown by 26% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,095 students
4,668 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
23:1
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Students
429 students
1,174 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
1,666 students
3,494 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,095 students
3,337 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
429 students
991 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
9%
14%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
13%
30%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
67%
37%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
4%
5%
% Non Resident races
1%
5%
% Unknown races
4%
3%
Diversity Score
0.52
0.74
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
28%
29%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,800
$36,700
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $5,120 is less than the state average of $5,633. The in-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,968 is less than the state average of $7,892. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,120
$5,633
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,968
$7,892
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
74%
73%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Chesapeake College, founded in 1965 offers two-year program of study in liberal arts and sciences and career programs. Degrees granted includes Associate of Arts, Associate of Arts in Teaching, Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, Certificate and Letter of Recognition. The College offers a large selection of credit and continuing education offerings designed to help students prepare for transfer to upper level institutions, for immediate entry into a career, or for enhancing work-related skills. Beyond the curricula, the College offers many opportunities for further academic, social, personal, cultural, and athletic development through a rich variety of extracurricular and co-curricular activities. Our main campus is located at Wye Mills covering 170 acres. Chesapeake College Cambridge Center is located at 416-418 Race Street in Cambridge. Chesapeake College Center for Allied Health, Memorial Hospital located at 219 South Washington Street, Easton, Maryland. Off-campus teaching locations are at various sites throughout Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne's,and Talbot counties. To enhance student learning and to promote teaching excellence, the College commits to providing a supportive learning environment characterized by a dedicated, caring and highly qualified faculty and staff. The College offers all employees professional development opportunities that are aligned with goals outlined in its Strategic Plan. Through these commitments, the College nurtures a community of lifelong learners among faculty, staff and students.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Chesapeake College cost?
Chesapeake College's tuition is approximately $5,120 for In-State students and $6,968 for Out-State students.
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