Chesapeake College
- 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 2,184 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 60%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 2,184 students
- In-state tuition: $5,120
- Out-state tuition: $6,968
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 32%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 290 teachers has grown by 137% over five years.
Chesapeake College
(MD) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
290 staff
378 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Chesapeake College has declined by 9% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has decreased from 30:1 over five years.
The Chesapeake College diversity score of 0.51 is less than the state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,184 students
3,876 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
563 students
1,089 students
# Part-Time Students
1,621 students
2,787 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
232 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
2%
6%
% Hispanic
6%
12%
% Black
14%
30%
% White
68%
40%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
4%
% Unknown races
4%
4%
Diversity Score
0.51
0.73
College Completion Rate
25%
22%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,800
$36,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,120 is less than the state average of $7,291. The in-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,968 is less than the state average of $9,297. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,120
$7,291
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,968
$9,297
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
73%
73%
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2020 (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.
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