Prince George's Community College

301 Largo Rd
Largo, MD 20774
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • Since 1958, Prince George�s Community College has been providing educational opportunities for students from Prince George�s County and around the world. Dr. Charlene M. Dukes serves as the college�s eighth president. Under her leadership, the college continues to strive for excellence in providing opportunities for learning as a world-class institution of higher education.

School Highlights

Prince George's Community College serves 11,357 students (31% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 56%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 11,357 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,570
  • Out-state tuition: $7,850
  • Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
  • Minority enrollment: 94%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Prince George's Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 1,211 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Prince George's Community College
(MD) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
1,211 staff
378 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Prince George's Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has decreased from 10:1 over five years.
The Prince George's Community College diversity score of 0.57 is less than the state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has grown by 14% over five years.
Total Enrollment
11,357 students
3,420 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
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# Full-Time Students
3,504 students
1,180 students
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# Part-Time Students
7,853 students
2,240 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
725 students
249 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,504 students
1,009 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
19 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,853 students
3,001 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
232 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
8%
7%
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% Hispanic
15%
11%
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% Black
63%
26%
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% White
6%
44%
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% Two or more races
n/a
3%
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% Non Resident races
4%
6%
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% Unknown races
2%
3%
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Diversity Score
0.57
0.72
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
16%
27%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$42,900
$36,700
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $5,570 is less than the state average of $7,307. The in-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,850 is less than the state average of $9,316. The out-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,570
$7,307
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,850
$9,316
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
81%
73%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$10,000
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • The college's main campus is located in Largo, Maryland, with additional sites at University Town Center in Hyattsville, Laurel College Center and Andrews Air Force Base. The college partners with Howard Community College to offer classes at the Laurel College Center. Each year nearly 40,000 students take part in more than 60 programs of study in a wide range of traditional and cutting-edge disciplines. With an average class size of 20, Prince George's Community College provides students with an enriching, learning-centered environment in which to further their academic and professional careers. Academic programs are divided into two categories: Transfer programs parallel the first two years of a bachelor's degree and are designed to help students transfer to four-year colleges and universities. Transfer programs also provide undergraduate prerequisites for students majoring in pre-pharmacy, pre-dental, pre-law, pre-medicine and pre-physical therapy. Career programs provide technical skills necessary for employment and career advancement. Many of the credits earned in career programs transfer to four-year colleges and universities. Prince George's Community College is home to a number of special programs that address the needs and interests of county residents. These include the Book Bridge Project, the Center for Business and Industry Training and the Children's Developmental Clinic.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Prince George's Community College cost?
Prince George's Community College's tuition is approximately $5,570 for In-State students and $7,850 for Out-State students.
What schools are Prince George's Community College often compared to?
Prince George's Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Montgomery College by visitors of our site.
What is Prince George's Community College's ranking?
Prince George's Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Maryland for: Average community college minority breakdown, Largest student body and Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 11,357 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,570
  • Out-state tuition: $7,850
  • Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
  • Minority enrollment: 94%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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For Maryland public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $7,307 per year for in-state students and $9,316 for out-of-state students. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Maryland community colleges have a diversity score of 0.72, which is higher than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Maryland is Montgomery College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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