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Average
Score: 51/100

Harford Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Bel Air, Maryland 21015
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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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 38%
Outcomes
C
51/100
Affordability
B
70/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
D
38/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

5,108
Total Enrollment
38%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$9,855
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Harford Community College

32% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,640 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$490,381
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,123
1-Year Change
+3.2%
For parents & investors

The Harford Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $490,381
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,123/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 21017 (5.1% cap, Belcamp)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,640 $7,968

Financial Aid

61%
Receive Any Aid
29%
Receive Pell Grants
9%
Take Out Loans
$9,855
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,727
$30,001 - $48,000$8,918
$48,001 - $75,000$10,735
$75,001 - $110,000$11,892
$110,001+$13,283

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 224 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 186 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 149 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 89 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 41 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 37 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 25 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 21 grads/yr Accounting 20 grads/yr Design and Visual Communications, General 20 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 20 grads/yr Management Information Systems, General 19 grads/yr Engineering, General 17 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 17 grads/yr CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician 16 grads/yr Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other 14 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 11 grads/yr Communications Technologies/Technicians and Support Services, Other 11 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 10 grads/yr Legal Studies 10 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Harford Community 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
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

5,108
Total Students
59%
Women
57%
Traditional Age (18-24)
32%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 64%
Hispanic 7%
Black 18%
Asian 4%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 32%
With Family 68%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,640 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 35%
Hybrid (Some Online) 35%
Fully Online 31%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 57%
25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Harford Community 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 Harford Community College?
Tuition at Harford Community College is $5,640 for in-state students and $7,968 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,855.
What is the graduation rate at Harford Community College?
The graduation rate at Harford Community College is 38%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Harford Community College a good school?
Harford Community College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): 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 Harford Community College?
Harford Community College has a total enrollment of 5,108 students.
Is there rental demand near Harford Community College?
Yes! Approximately 32% of students at Harford Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,640 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Bel Air area.

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