Baltimore City Community College

Overview

Baltimore City Community College (BCCC), established in 1947, is a public community college located in Baltimore, Maryland. Primarily a commuter institution, BCCC serves a diverse student population with its urban campus, offering a range of associate degree and certificate programs across various fields, with notable programs in nursing and allied health. The college operates multiple locations including the Liberty Campus, which is the main hub, as well as the Harbor campus near the Inner Harbor, and the Reisterstown Plaza Center, rendering it accessible for students in the greater Baltimore area. BCCC provides non-residential facilities, focusing on academics and workforce development rather than on-campus living. The institution maintains an open admissions policy, enabling a broad segment of the student population to pursue higher education. While BCCC does not have a notable athletic program, it emphasizes practical, career-oriented education designed to facilitate student entry into the job market or transfer to four-year institutions.

Baltimore City Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  847 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,691 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $2,640 plus fees of $674.

Baltimore City Community College is designated as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and receives federal grants supporting the school's efforts to serve low and middle-income Black Americans.