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Community College of Baltimore County SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

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CCBC’s low cost is a real advantage, but the 56% freshman retention rate means your first-year plan matters as much as the admissions step. Since CCBC is test-optional, use SAT or ACT scores strategically: submit them if they strengthen your profile or help with placement, and pair them with a clear plan to start strong.

Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.

Community College of Baltimore County facts and stats

Quick Facts

Community College of Baltimore County enrolls 16,451 undergraduates in a suburban campus setting. CCBC reports a 56% freshman retention rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 16:1.

Location

Baltimore, MD

Undergrad Enrollment16,451

Freshman Retention56%

SettingSuburban

Student to Faculty Ratio16:1

Graduation RateN/A

Test PolicyTest-optional

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Key Community College of Baltimore County application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

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Early Action

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Early Decision

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Priority Deadline

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Financial aid deadlines

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Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

If you choose to submit SAT or ACT scores to test-optional CCBC, take your first exam by the spring of junior year and save the summer before senior year plus the fall for retakes. Plan your final fall retake early enough for scores to arrive by CCBC’s Regular Decision deadline.

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What you'll actually pay

CCBC is a public college with in-state tuition of $7,320 and out-of-state tuition of $11,250. Students can use the FAFSA to explore federal, state, and institutional aid options that may help reduce out-of-pocket costs.

In-State Tuition$7,320

Out-of-State Tuition$11,250

Room and Board$15,742

Average Merit AwardN/A

Application FeeN/A

Students on AidN/A

Average Aid PackageN/A

Average Debt at GradN/A

For students paying out-of-state rates, CCBC’s tuition is $11,250, while in-state tuition is $7,320. Room and board is listed at $15,742, so living arrangements can make up a major part of the total bill. Actual costs can vary based on course load, housing choices, fees, and financial need, so students should review aid options carefully.