Chesapeake College
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 1,275 students.
About This School
Chesapeake College is a public institution located in Wye Mills, Maryland with approximately 1,275 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $4,178 per year. Typical graduates earn $31,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
Chesapeake College is a public community college with its main campus in Wye Mills, Maryland, and a satellite campus in Cambridge. It was the first regional community college in the state and serves the five Mid-Shore counties: Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne's, and Talbot.
This is a strong option for Mid-Shore Maryland residents looking to minimize costs, with an average net price of just $4,178 per year — hard to beat anywhere in the state. As a regional community college serving five counties, it's well-positioned for students pursuing transferable credits or workforce training close to home. That said, median earnings of $31,200 ten years out suggest graduates often move into modest-paying fields, so if you have a specific career goal, confirm that Chesapeake's programs align with it before enrolling.
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