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Why CCBC?

Your future starts here.

Whether you have a career in mind or want to explore your options, CCBC is the perfect place to start your college journey.

With more than 300 programs that can get you to work fast or lead to transfer and a Bachelor's degree, we have what you're looking for. But CCBC is so much more than just a major or a certification. CCBC is:

Interested? Take a minute to learn more about your future CCBC experience.

Why CCBC? The vibe. I feel at home.

Amazing Opportunities

With hundreds of college degree and certificate programs, plus 130 workforce training certifications, you can bet you'll find the right program for you at CCBC. Whether you know what you want going in or you need some time to learn and explore, there's no better place to start.

Beyond our academic programs, we've created opportunities for you to make the most of your time.

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Without CCBC, I wouldn't have found my dream profession.

Behind you all the way

There's no other way to say it: we're obsessed with your success. We don't just want you to come to CCBC, want you to thrive here — and beyond.

Even before you start, we're going to lay the groundwork for your success. Our Admissions Counselors and Success Coaches will help you identify your goal and build the plan to reach it.

Along the way, we're going to do everything we can to help you stay on track. You'll learn from dedicated faculty in small classes, where you can receive personalized instruction.

Our advisors will help you follow and adjust your plan as you go. And, through our Student Success Centers, if you need an extra hand along the way, we're with you.

Built for you

With six locations in Baltimore County, 15 start dates throughout the year, plus evening and weekend classes, we do everything we can to make scheduling your education easy.

Most of my classes have been online which helped with my busy schedule as a full time parent and full time employee.

For maximum flexibility, CCBC Online offers more than 70 fully online degrees and certificates, and hundreds of other online courses that you can plug into campus-based programs. You can learn at your pace while you balance work, family, and the rest of your life.

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I have received several scholarships and grants from CCBC, and what this has meant for me is indescribable.

Incredible Value

It's our mission to provide accessible education. That means delivering this level of opportunity, quality, support and flexibility at an incredibly affordable price. Look around. You won't find a better deal.

In fact, CCBC is tapping into a combination of funding sources — including Baltimore County and Maryland College Promise Scholarships — to support our communities. We believe that we can help almost everyone who walks through our doors reach their goal, tuition-free.