PRINCE GEORGE'S COMMUNITY COLLEGE (PGCC)
- 301 Largo Rd
- Largo, MD 20774
- OPEID College Code: 00208900
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- General Phone: (301) 336-6000
- President: Charlene M. Dukes
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 13,685
- College Alias: PGCC, PG
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Prince George's Community College - Details
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Tuition and Fees
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Graduation Rates
Campus Security
About
Prince George's Community College was founded in 1958 in Largo, Maryland and has served residents of Prince George's County ever since. PGCC has three satellite locations located in Hyattsville, Laurel College Center and Andrew's Air Force Base. The institute serves approximately 40,000 students in over 60 different programs. PGCC is a learning center environment focused on furthering students' academic and professional careers.
Academics
PGCC's academic programs are divided into two types, transfers programs and career programs. Transfer programs work on the student completing course work necessary to transfer into a bachelor's program, or provide prerequisite education for studies such as law or medicine. Career programs give students the technical skills necessary to obtain work in a given field. Additionally, noncredit courses are offered for continuing education students.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
PG Community College processes admissions applications year round, though it is recommended that such applications be submitted 3 months prior to the intended start date. Students under the age of twenty-one must have their high school transcripts transferred and must have a high school diploma or GED.
Financial aid is available and it is recommended that students seeking such aid fill out the Free Application for Financial Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Must Complete Preparation at Another Institution
- Website
- www.pgcc.edu
- Mission Statement
- Prince George's Community College will be the community's first choice for innovative, high quality learning opportunities.
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 Large Two-Year
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.pgcc.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- 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 Links and Information
- Website: PGCC Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 60%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 15% | 34% | 22% | 8% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,163 | $3,724 | $1,307 | $3,508 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 8.1% | 7.7% | 6.2% |
| Number in Default | 43 | 43 | 44 |
| Number in Repayment | 526 | 554 | 703 |
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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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $3,146 | $3,146 | $3,098 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $4,850 | $4,850 | $4,802 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $6,962 | $6,962 | $6,914 |
| Books and Supplies | $794 | $743 | $719 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,366 | $6,893 | $6,671 |
| Other Expenses | $2,251 | $2,107 | $2,039 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,251 | $2,107 | $2,039 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $3,940 | $3,889 | $3,817 |
| In-State | $5,644 | $5,593 | $5,521 |
| Out of State | $7,756 | $7,705 | $7,633 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $13,557 | $12,889 | $12,527 |
| In-State | $15,261 | $14,593 | $14,231 |
| Out of State | $17,373 | $16,705 | $16,343 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $6,191 | $5,996 | $5,856 |
| In-State | $7,895 | $7,700 | $7,560 |
| Out of State | $10,007 | $9,812 | $9,672 |
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.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 13,685 Undergraduate: 13,685
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 5,179 Female: 8,506
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 5,179 Female: 8,506
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 4,405 Part-Time: 9,280
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 4,405 Part-Time: 9,280
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 439 | 3% |
| American Indian | 57 | 0.4% |
| Black | 10,762 | 79% |
| Asian | 514 | 4% |
| Hispanic | 702 | 5% |
| White | 890 | 7% |
| Unknown | 321 | 2% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 171 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 2,865 | 21% |
| Ages 20-21 | 2,189 | 16% |
| Ages 22-24 | 1,894 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,931 | 14% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1,230 | 9% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1,018 | 7% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,443 | 11% |
| Ages 50-65 | 711 | 5% |
| Age Over 65 | 192 | 1% |
| Age Unknown | 41 | 0.3% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 2,608 | 771 | 1,837 |
| Faculty Status | 1,680 | 258 | 1,422 |
| Tenured Faculty | 142 | 142 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 1,663 | 241 | 1,422 |
| Primarily Instruction | 916 | 237 | 679 |
| Primarily Public Service | 747 | 4 | 743 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 60 | 60 | - |
| Other Professionals | 372 | 193 | 179 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 513 | 277 | 236 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 298 | 159 | 139 |
| Skilled Crafts | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 153 | 91 | 62 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $60,033 (227) | $61,615 (91) | $58,975 (136) |
| Professor | $69,949 (86) | $73,071 (35) | $67,806 (51) |
| Associate Professor | $56,355 (106) | $57,226 (42) | $55,783 (64) |
| Assistant Professor | $47,112 (34) | $46,140 (14) | $47,793 (20) |
| Instructor | $36,536 (1) | - (-) | $36,536 (1) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $73,558 (10) | $83,881 (4) | $66,676 (6) |
| Professor | $95,433 (2) | $95,433 (2) | - (-) |
| Associate Professor | $73,282 (4) | $64,656 (1) | $76,157 (3) |
| Assistant Professor | $62,838 (2) | - (-) | $62,838 (2) |
| Instructor | $45,910 (1) | - (-) | $45,910 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $60,040 (237) | $61,910 (95) | $58,788 (142) |
| Professor | $70,134 (88) | $73,342 (37) | $67,806 (51) |
| Associate Professor | $56,486 (110) | $57,125 (43) | $56,075 (67) |
| Assistant Professor | $47,351 (36) | $46,140 (14) | $48,122 (22) |
| Instructor | $37,050 (2) | - (-) | $37,050 (2) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 128 | 74 | 54 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 123 | 72 | 51 |
| Baseball | 13 | 13 | - |
| Basketball | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| All Track Combined | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Soccer | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Softball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $4,145 | $4,145 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $2,857 | $2,857 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| All Track Combined | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Soccer | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 60%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 38%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 6% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 6% |
| Female | 5% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 10% |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 3% |
| Asian | 25% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| White | 20% |
| Unknown | - |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 3 | - |
| Vehicle Theft | 5 | 12 |
Prince George's Community College Reviews
2 Reviews Submitted For Prince George's Community College
- Reviewed on: May 17, 2012
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- The best. I found it great. The cost and the knowledge is just perfect for international student.
- Reviewed on: May 08, 2012 Flag Review
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- You'll get good professors at PGCC who are supportive but tough. You'll be well-prepped for a big university. The food in the caf is surprisingly good.
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
