Tuition and fees vary, depending on the number of credit hours you take and whether you reside in Baltimore County, in another Maryland county or out of state. The course format can also affect cost, depending on your residency. The rates listed on this page are for credit courses only.
Typically, one course is three credit hours. You are considered a full-time student with a course load of 12 credits. To finish an associate degree in two years, you'll need to take 15 credits per semester.
County residents pay the same tuition rate for all course formats (online, in-person, hybrid, etc.).
Estimated tuition and fees for academic year 2024-2025 (see fees, listed below)
| # of credits enrolled | Per semester | Per year |
| 15 credits | $2,508 | $5,016 |
| 12 credits | $2,031 | $4,062 |
| 6 credits | $1,053 | $2,106 |
Maryland residents pay the same rate for all course formats (online, in-person, hybrid, etc.).
Estimated tuition and fees for academic year 2024-2025 (see fees, listed below)
| # of credits enrolled | Per semester | Per year |
| 15 credits | $4,293 | $8,586 |
| 12 credits | $3,459 | $6,918 |
| 6 credits | $1,767 | $3,534 |
Residency requirements
To qualify for the in-state, out-of-county tuition rates, a student must reside in Maryland for at least 90 days before enrolling in CCBC.
Maryland residents pay the same rate for all course formats (online, in-person, hybrid, etc.)
Estimated tuition and fees for academic year 2024-2025 (see fees, listed below)
| # of credits enrolled | Per semester | Per year |
| 15 credits | $4,308 | $8,616 |
| 12 credits | $3,571 | $6,942 |
| 6 credits | $1,773 | $3,546 |
Residency requirements
To qualify for York County tuition rates, the student must reside in York County, Pennsylvania for at least 90 days before enrolling in CCBC.
Out-of-state and international residents pay $242 per credit hour for online classes.
Estimated tuition and fees for academic year 2024-2025 (see fees, listed below)
| # of credits enrolled | Per semester | Per year |
| 15 credits | $4,308 | $8,616 |
| 12 credits | $3,571 | $6,942 |
| 6 credits | $1,773 | $3,546 |
To qualify for discounted online tuition rates, the student must reside outside of Maryland and be enrolled in classes that are remote synchronous (online using video software during scheduled days and times) and/or asynchronous (no scheduled times). All other on-site and blended courses will be assessed at the standard out-of-state/international rate of $372 per credit hour.
International and out-of-state residents pay $372 per credit hour for on-site and hybrid classes.
Estimated tuition and fees for academic year 2024-2025 (see fees, listed below)
| # of credits enrolled | Per semester | Per year |
| 15 credits | $6,255 | $12,516 |
| 12 credits | $5,031 | $10,062 |
| 6 credits | $2,553 | $5,106 |
| Fee | Rate |
| General services fee (per billable hour) | $22 |
| Selective Admissions Application* | $50 |
| Registration fee (non-refundable) | $55 |
| Late registration fee (initial registration)** | $30 |
| Capital fee | $20 |
| Technology fee (per billable hour) | $15 |
| Senior course fee (per course: 60+) | $30 |
| Lab fees | See class schedule for course fees |
| Activity fee | $4 (max $48/semester) |
* Submitted with Selective Admissions form to programs in the School of Health Professions.
** Fee assessed on initial registration occurring on or after the first day of the semester.
The costs of workforce development and life enrichment courses, offered through CCBC's School of Continuing Education, vary by course.
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The information above is presented to help you estimate the cost of a CCBC education. Tuition, fees, course formats, services and activities are subject to change. Additional fees may also apply to you, depending on the classes you take and other expenses you may incur. CCBC may change the method of course delivery before or during an academic term in the event of a health or safety emergency or other circumstance when it deems such a change as necessary or in the best interests of the CCBC community. View the CCBC Catalog for more detail.