
“Touching lives. Changing Futures.” Allegany College of Maryland is committed to providing more than just an education to its students. With its main campus in Cumberland, Maryland, Allegany provides students with an excellent education in modern, well-kept facilities. The school offers a broad array of course offerings from humanities and social sciences to criminology. Automotive, culinary, and restaurant management are among other areas of study at Allegany.
Although classes and study time take up a good deal of the college student’s day, Allegany has clubs and other activities to help students develop their personal, professional, and social interests. The student lounge is a favorite hangout for students taking a break from their studies. The state-of-the-art physical education building, gym, and swimming pool are popular with the fitness crowd. With all the school has to offer, there is never a dull moment at Allegany.
If you are looking for a total college experience and live in Cumberland or the surrounding area, Allegany is a smart choice! To find out more about admissions, tuition rates, and financial aid, contact the Allegany admissions office. Get on the path to your future, find out today how you can get a personalized community school education that will prepare you for a future of success without tying you to decades of student loan repayment.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $9,700. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $3,400-$4,100
- Out-of-State: $7,700-$9,252
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $110-$140 per unit
- Out-of-State: $260-$310 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 94% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 85% | $4,878 |
Receiving Student Loans | 58% | $5,887 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Allegany College of Maryland may offer services like:
- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Child care
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Community colleges often offer both career training programs and options for students to transfer-out to four year institutions, which is why the table below is so important, it compares Allegany College of Maryland against community colleges in Maryland.
Allegany College of Maryland | Allegany County | Maryland | |
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Graduation Rate | 18.1% | - | 15.6% |
Transfer-out Rate | 23.1% | - | 21.1% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dental Hygienist Program
- Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1970)
- Massage Therapy & Bodywork Program
- Accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (since 2005)
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 2000)
- Visit our Maryland nursing schools page to see all fifty-three offered through the state
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program
- Accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association, Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (since 1994)
- Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program
- Accredited by the Maryland Board of Nursing (since 1970)
- Radiology Technician Program
- Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 1991)
- Registered Nurse (RN) Program
- Accredited by the Maryland Board of Nursing (since 1970)
- Visit our Maryland nursing schools page to see all fifty-three offered through the state
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by Allegany College of Maryland by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Information Systems (A, C)
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Administrative Assistant (A)
- Commerce (A)
- Bookkeeping (C)
- Hotel and Hospitality Management (A)
- Hospitality Administration and Management
- Receptionist
Communication Technology
- Communications Technology (A, C)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer (A)
Education
- Education (A)
- Elementary Education (A)
Engineering
- Engineering (A)
Engineering Technology
- Engineering Technologies (A)
- Computer Systems Technology (C)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Nursing Assistant (C)
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (C)
- Respiratory Therapy (A)
- Dental Hygienist (A)
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) (A)
- Pharmacy Technician (C)
- Health Information and Medical Records Technology (C)
- Physical Therapist Assistant (A)
- Mental Health Technician (A)
- Medical Lab Technician (A)
- Radiology Technician (A)
- Medical Assistant (A)
- Massage Therapy (A)
- Dietitian Assistant (C)
- Clinical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A, C)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Forest Technology (A, C)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Culinary Arts (A)
Security and Protective Services
- Police Science (A, C)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Allegany College of Maryland.
- Potomac State College of West Virginia University in Keyser, WV (20 miles away)
- Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College in Moorefield, WV (48 miles away)
- Hagerstown Community College in Hagerstown, MD (57 miles away)
- Frederick Community College in Frederick, MD (72 miles away)
- Carroll Community College in Westminster, MD (93 miles away)