At a glance
Average net price
$5,106
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
35.0%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
1,320
In-state tuition
$4,274
Out-of-state tuition
$8,768
Cost of attendance
$10,751
Median earnings (10y)
$36,301
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
14 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (36%), health (24%), stem (14%).
- STEM14%
- Health24%
- Business14%
- Humanities & arts36%
- Social sciences7%
- Trades & services6%
- Liberal arts35.9%~474 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Health professions23.7%~313 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business13.7%~181 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Computer science4.4%~59 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education4.4%~59 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~44 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~44 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~44 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering tech3.0%~39 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~24 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~24 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Legal0.4%~5 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Agriculture0.4%~5 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
19 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 196 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 57 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate's | 39 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 35 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate's | 22 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 18 | $46,676 | — |
| Biology, General. | Associate's | 14 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other. | Associate's | 13 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Associate's | 9 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 9 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 8 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 8 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 8 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 7 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Undergraduate certificate | 1 | $27,681 | $5,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Undergraduate certificate | — | $62,755 | $11,261 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Chesapeake College
Chesapeake College is a mid-sized institution located in Wye Mills, Maryland, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 1,320 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Chesapeake College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $5,106 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $4,274 for in-state students and $8,768 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $10,751 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 35.0%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $36,301 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Chesapeake College confers degrees and certificates across 14 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (36% of credentials), health (24% of credentials), stem (14% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Wye Mills, Maryland (rural), Chesapeake College draws students from across Maryland and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Chesapeake College
Q.How much does Chesapeake College cost?
The average net price at Chesapeake College is $5,106 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $10,751.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Chesapeake College?
Chesapeake College has a 6-year graduation rate of 35.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Chesapeake College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Chesapeake College graduate earns $36,301 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Chesapeake College?
Published tuition is $4,274 in-state and $8,768 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Chesapeake College located?
Chesapeake College is located in Wye Mills, Maryland (ZIP 21679).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Chesapeake College at their official website.