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Cecil College

One Seahawk Drive
North East, MD 21901
Top Ranked (2025): View Rankings
  • Cecil College is a comprehensive, open admission, learner-centered institution providing career, transfer and continuing education coursework and programs.

School Highlights

Cecil College serves 2,273 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 63%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 2,273 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,459
  • Out-state tuition: $6,500
  • Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
  • Minority enrollment: 27%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Cecil College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 305 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Cecil College
(MD) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & 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
305 staff
378 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Cecil College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Cecil College diversity score of 0.45 is less than the state average of 0.75. The school's diversity has grown by 14% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,273 students
3,998 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
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# Full-Time Students
602 students
985 students
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# Part-Time Students
1,671 students
3,409 students
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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Cecil College.
This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Maryland.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
227 students
243 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
602 students
985 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
19 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,671 students
4,482 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
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% Asian
2%
7%
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% Hispanic
8%
13%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Cecil College and the percentage of Hispanic community college students in Maryland by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
% Black
10%
30%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Cecil College and the percentage of Black community college students in Maryland by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% White
73%
37%
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% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
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% Two or more races
5%
5%
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% Non Resident races
1%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of Non Resident students in Cecil College and the percentage of Non Resident community college students in Maryland by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Unknown races
1%
3%
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Cecil College.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Maryland.
Diversity Score
0.45
0.75
This chart displays the diversity score of Cecil College and the community college average diversity score of Maryland by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2774%
0.2841%
This chart displays completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Cecil College and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Maryland by year, with the latest 2023-24 school year data.
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,600
$36,700
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Cecil College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Maryland by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,459 is less than the state average of $7,307. The in-state tuition has declined by 44% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,500 is less than the state average of $9,316. The out-state tuition has declined by 31% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,459
$7,307
This chart displays tuition fees for an in-state student of Cecil College and the public community college average tuition fees for an in-state student of Maryland by year, with the latest 2023-24 school year data.
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,500
$9,316
This chart displays tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Cecil College and the public community college average tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Maryland by year, with the latest 2023-24 school year data.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
74%
72%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Cecil College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Maryland by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$10,000
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Cecil College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Maryland by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,691
$5,500
This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Cecil College and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Maryland by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
18 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Active Minds, Allies, Alpha Alpha Theta, Amazing Grace, Art Club, Cecil Math League, Geekdom, Horticulture Club, Multicultural Student Union, Photography Club, Student Leadership Council, Student Nurses Association, Student Veterans Organization

Arts and Music Programs:
Holiday and Cultural Celebrations, Milburn Stone Theatre, Themed Movie Nights

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Fitness & Wellness Center, Ski Trip
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Cecil Community College was founded in 1968 to meet the postsecondary needs and continuing education needs of the residents of Cecil County. In its thirty-five year history, the College has experienced tremendous growth in its enrollment, its facilities and its services to the community. The College has a diverse student population including traditional students who come to the College directly from high school, returning adults, and senior citizens. Evidence of the quality of education can be seen in the ability of graduates to transfer successfully to four-year colleges and universities as well as to secure new jobs and receive promotions in their current employment. The College meets the educational goals of our students through a variety of Associate degrees, certificate programs and non-credit course offerings and certifications. Cecil also offers courses for licensure, job preparation, and training for the community and industry. Cecil Community College is committed to providing comprehensive programs of study to help prepare county students for an enriched and productive participation in society. Our cultural and educational programs respond to evolving community needs and economic development. Through its open admissions policy, the College provides learning opportunities for all adults with the desire and ability to benefit from our courses and programs regardless of age, gender, race, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, handicap, or socioeconomic status. Cecil Community College, which was founded in 1968, is located in North East, Md. It is governed by a Board of Trustees that is appointed by the governor. The College is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and the Maryland Higher Education Commission. Cecil also has articulation agreements with more than 30 universities and colleges, both in Maryland and outside the state.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cecil College cost?
Cecil College's tuition is approximately $4,459 for In-State students and $6,500 for Out-State students.
What sports does Cecil College offer?
Cecil College offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Cecil College's ranking?
Cecil College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Maryland for: Least expensive tuition.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 2,273 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,459
  • Out-state tuition: $6,500
  • Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
  • Minority enrollment: 27%
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

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 0.75, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in Maryland is Howard Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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