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HOWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE (Howard CC)

  • 10901 Little Patuxent Pkwy
  • Columbia, MD 21044
  • OPEID College Code: 00817500
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  • General Phone: (410) 772-4800
  • President: Kathleen Hetherington
  • Type: Public, 2-Year
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Associate's
  • Local Area: Large Suburb
  • Student Enrollment: 8,778
  • College Alias: Howard CC, HCC
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Howard Community College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security

History

How Community College is located in Columbia, Howard County, Maryland and was founded in 1966 and is the fourteenth of Maryland's 16 community colleges to be established. The school motto is “You can get there from here” and prides itself as a starting point for students' postsecondary educations and careers. The mission of the school is to provide pathways for students to achieve their goals.

 

Academics

HCC offers associate's degrees and vocational certificates as well as programs designed to assist students in transferring to four year institutions. HCC services over 27,000 students annually (some 10,000 of which pursued degree or career programs) and provides a wide variety of programs and courses for every educational need.

 

Programs offered include:

 

Admissions and Financial Aid

Applying to HCC requires students to fill out the standard application form and submit it to the Office of Admissions and Advising along with$25.00 dollars. Some programs, such as nursing, may require a different application and fee and a prospective student must simply fill out the one that is appropriate for him or her.

 

HCC also provides an online financial aid resource through their website outlining the various scholarships, grants and loans available to Maryland students and how to apply for them. 

 
    Student Services
  • Remedial Services Offered
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
  • Employment Services Offered
  • On-Campus Day Care Available
    Special Learning Opportunities
  • Distance Learning Opportunities
  • Study Abroad Opportunities
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered
    • Must Complete Preparation at Another Institution
    Mission Statement
  • Howard Community College creates an environment that inspires learning and the lifelong pursuit of personal and professional goals. The college provides open access and innovative learning systems to respond to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. As a vital partner, HCC is a major force in the intellectual, cultural and economic life of its community.
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Accreditation
  • Middle States Commission on Higher Education
    Facilities and Programs Offered
  • Library Available
    College Carnegie Classifications
  • Basic Classification
    • Associates--Public Suburban-Serving Single Campus
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • Associates
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • Higher Part-Time Two-Year
  • Enrollment Classification
    • Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
  • Size Classification
    • Medium Two-Year
 
 
 
Howard Community College Campus Map
 
    Admission Fees
  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
 
    College Credits Accepted
  • Dual Credit
  • Life Experience Credit
  • AP Credit
    Applicant Considerations
  • Open Admission Policy
    • Accepts Any Student Who Applies
 
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
 
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
 LoanFederal GrantState/Local GrantInstitutional Grant
(%) of Students Receiving10%23%13%14%
Avg Amount Receiving$4,257$3,821$1,388$1,336
 
Federal Loan Default Rates
 200820072006
Default Rate (%)7.5%4.0%5.2%
Number in Default241219
Number in Repayment320294362
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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2009-102008-092007-08
Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses
In-District Tuition and Fees$3,993$3,993$3,993
In-State Tuition and Fees$6,483$6,483$6,483
Out of State Tuition and Fees$7,833$7,833$7,833
Books and Supplies$1,600$1,200$1,000
 
Housing Expenses
Off Campus
Room and Board$10,772$10,772$10,772
Other Expenses$2,682$2,282$2,282
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$9,146$2,282$8,746
 
Total Expenses
On Campus
In-District$5,593$5,193$4,993
In-State$8,083$7,683$7,483
Out of State$9,433$9,033$8,833
Off Campus
In-District$19,047$18,247$18,047
In-State$21,537$20,737$20,537
Out of State$22,887$22,087$21,887
Off Campus with Family
In-District$14,739$13,939$13,739
In-State$17,229$16,429$16,229
Out of State$18,579$17,779$17,579
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
 CertificateAssociate
Agriculture Operations
Horticulture--
 
Business and Marketing Studies
Administrative Assistant-1
Business Administration-10
Business Administration, Other--
Commerce-78
General Merchandising, Sales, Related Marketing Operations, Other--
Management Information Systems-13
Entrepreneurial Studies-1
 
Communications and Journalism
Communication2-
 
Computer and Information Sciences
Computer-3
Computer Systems Networking3-
 
Construction Trades
Building and Construction Finishing, Management and Inspection, Other--
 
Education
Chemistry Teacher Education--
Early Childhood Education-6
Education-16
Elementary Education-8
English and Language Arts Teacher Education--
Mathematics Teacher Education--
Physics Teacher Education--
Spanish Language Teacher Education--
 
Engineering
Engineering-7
 
Engineering Technology
Biomedical Technology51
Drafting and Design22
Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology11
Engineering Technologies, Other--
Computer Systems Technology34
 
Family and Consumer Sciences
Child Care23
 
Health and Clinical Professions
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention and Treatment Professions, Other--
Cardiovascular Technology56
Emergency Medical Technology15
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other-1
Licensed Practical Nurse23-
Medical Radiologic Technology--
Nursing-119
Mental Health Technician--
 
Liberal Arts and Sciences
General Studies1189
Liberal Arts-124
 
Personal and Culinary Services
Restaurant, Culinary and Catering Management116
 
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Health and Physical Education, Fitness, Other--
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies, Other--
 
Security and Protective Services
Police Science-3
 
Visual and Performing Arts
Arts Management--
Commercial and Advertising Art2-
Commercial Photography--
 
 
    Overall Student Enrollment
  • Total Student Enrollment: 8,778
    • Undergraduate: 8,778
    Student Gender
  • Total Student Gender
    • Male: 3,760 Female: 5,018
  • Undergraduate Gender
    • Male: 3,760 Female: 5,018
    Student Attendance
  • Total Student Attendance
    • Full-Time: 3,443 Part-Time: 5,335
  • Undergraduate Attendance
    • Full-Time: 3,443 Part-Time: 5,335
Student Race Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien4255%
American Indian500.6%
Black2,05323%
Asian89310%
Hispanic3914%
White4,39150%
Unknown5757%
 
Student Age Breakdown
 NumberPercent
Age Under 182333%
Ages 18-192,44528%
Ages 20-211,56518%
Ages 22-241,19714%
Ages 25-291,08612%
Ages 30-345546%
Ages 35-394495%
Ages 40-496127%
Ages 50-653995%
Age Over 652363%
Age Unknown20.02%
Employee Type Breakdown
 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees1,184520664
Faculty Status769150619
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service769150619
Primarily Instruction628150478
Primarily Public Service141-141
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial3737-
Other Professionals16013030
Technical and/or Paraprofessional21820315
Clerical And Secretarial64577
Skilled Crafts1717-
Service and/or Maintenance40391
 
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$64,911 (121)$66,078 (49)$64,117 (72)
Professor$81,769 (33)$83,254 (13)$80,804 (20)
Associate Professor$67,255 (23)$69,011 (11)$65,646 (12)
Assistant Professor$57,707 (43)$57,157 (18)$58,102 (25)
Instructor$51,222 (21)$52,602 (6)$50,670 (15)
Lecturer$51,980 (1)$51,980 (1)- (-)
 
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$90,697 (29)$98,415 (5)$89,089 (24)
Professor$100,778 (18)$109,500 (3)$99,034 (15)
Associate Professor$82,431 (5)$81,788 (2)$82,860 (3)
Assistant Professor$71,908 (4)- (-)$71,908 (4)
Instructor$63,000 (1)- (-)$63,000 (1)
Lecturer$53,424 (1)- (-)$53,424 (1)
 
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$66,709 (150)$67,416 (54)$66,311 (96)
Professor$82,012 (51)$84,442 (16)$80,901 (35)
Associate Professor$67,289 (28)$68,689 (13)$66,076 (15)
Assistant Professor$57,803 (47)$57,157 (18)$58,203 (29)
Instructor$51,237 (22)$52,602 (6)$50,725 (16)
Lecturer$47,846 (2)$51,980 (1)$43,712 (1)
Overall Athletic Team Information
  • Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Athlete Student Aid
Total Aid$8,500$4,700$3,800
Ratio (%)100%55%45%
 
Participants
All Athletes1489454
Unduplicated Athletes1338647
Basketball221210
Lacrosse432518
Soccer392316
Track and Field, Outdoor20191
Track and Field, X-Country16151
Volleyball8-8
 
Coaches Salaries
Head Coaches-$4,530$4,341
Assistant Coaches-$1,789$1,270
 
Coaches
All Coaches391821
Basketball844
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches633
Lacrosse642
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches431
Soccer936
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches725
Track and Field, Outdoor1055
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches844
Track and Field, X-Country422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Volleyball2-2
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches1-1
    Retention Rates
  • Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 66%
  • Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 47%
Graduation Rates
 (%) of Entering Class
Overall
All Students12%
 
By Gender
Male9%
Female16%
 
By Race
Non-Resident Alien23%
American Indian17%
Black4%
Asian9%
Hispanic7%
White14%
Unknown17%
Crime Statistics
 2007-082006-07
Criminal Offenses
On Campus
Forcible Rape1-
Burglary11
Vehicle Theft13
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009

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