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Average
Score: 46/100

Cecil College

2-Year Public
📍 North East, Maryland 21901
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 28%
Outcomes
D
43/100
Affordability
B
72/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
F
31/100
Prestige
F
18/100

Quick Stats

1,845
Total Enrollment
28%
Graduation Rate
57%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$11,095
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Cecil College

41% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 749 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$396,332
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,839
1-Year Change
+1.5%
For parents & investors

The Cecil College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $396,332
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,839/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 21920 (4.6% cap, Elkton)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,290 $8,490

Financial Aid

76%
Receive Any Aid
42%
Receive Pell Grants
9%
Take Out Loans
$11,095
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,923
$30,001 - $48,000$11,172
$110,001+$6,666

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 101 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 43 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 20 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 17 grads/yr Fine/Studio Arts, General 16 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 16 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 14 grads/yr Design and Visual Communications, General 12 grads/yr Social Work 10 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 10 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 7 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 7 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 6 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 6 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 6 grads/yr Mathematics, General 5 grads/yr Engineering, General 5 grads/yr Biology/Biotechnology Technology/Technician 5 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 4 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Cecil College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Student Demographics

1,845
Total Students
64%
Women
50%
Traditional Age (18-24)
41%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 73%
Hispanic 9%
Black 10%
Asian 1%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 41%
With Family 59%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~749 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 25%
Hybrid (Some Online) 59%
Fully Online 16%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 50%
25-64 (Adult) 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Cecil College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Cecil College?
Tuition at Cecil College is $7,290 for in-state students and $8,490 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,095.
What is the graduation rate at Cecil College?
The graduation rate at Cecil College is 28%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Cecil College a good school?
Cecil College has a Repit College Score of 46/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Cecil College?
Cecil College has a total enrollment of 1,845 students.
Is there rental demand near Cecil College?
Yes! Approximately 41% of students at Cecil College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 749 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the North East area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology