Overall Score
N/A
Accept Rate
N/A
Grad Rate (6yr)
8.5K
Students
$7,155
In-State Tuition
N/A
Net Price (low income)
Score Breakdown
55/100
Composite Score
#679 nationally · #12 in MD
Student Outcomes
35%50/100
Affordability
35%50/100
Program Breadth
20%76/100
Academic Profile
10%50/100
Scores computed from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data, normalized within 2-year peer group.
About Howard Community College
Howard Community College is a public two-year community college located in Columbia, Maryland. It is ranked #679 nationally and #12 in Maryland by our composite scoring methodology. Howard Community College has a test-optional admissions policy. It enrolls approximately 8,540 students , with costs above the national average.
Admissions & Costs
Acceptance Rate
N/A
In-State Tuition
$7,155
Out-of-State Tuition
$9,342
Net Price (0–30K income)
N/A
6-Year Graduation Rate
N/A
Total Enrollment
8,540
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
✓Broad range of program offerings
✓Accredited institution with federal financial aid eligibility
Considerations
!Limited publicly reported outcome data available
Who Is This College For?
1.In-state residents seeking quality education at lower cost
2.Students exploring careers before transferring to a 4-year institution
3.Working adults seeking affordable workforce training and certifications
Frequently Asked Questions
Howard Community College uses test-optional or holistic admissions. Contact the admissions office for the latest acceptance data.
Rankings
National Rank#679
Maryland Rank#12
Rankings based on composite score from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data. All 4,264 US colleges ranked.
Institution Profile
TypePublic
Level2-year
LocationColumbia, MD
Enrollment8,540 students
Visit Official Website ↗Affordability
In-State Tuition
$7,155/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$9,342/yr
Complete FAFSA for personalized aid. Net price varies by income bracket and enrollment year.
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All Maryland Colleges →About Our Rankings: Scores are computed from publicly available NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data using a weighted composite of graduation outcomes, affordability, selectivity, and academic profile. Scores are normalized within peer groups (4-year vs 2-year). We do not accept payment for rankings.