College statistics
- Address:
- 1000 College Circle
Wye Mills, MD
21679 - Sector Group:
- Public 2-Year
- Official Website:
- https://www.chesapeake.edu/
- Setting:
- Rural
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $3,144
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $61,653,075
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Higher Access, Lower Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Chesapeake College is a public two-year institution in Wye Mills, Maryland, offering transfer pathways and career preparation to students across Maryland's Eastern Shore and surrounding regions. The college serves a rural setting with a focus on liberal arts and sciences coursework that prepares students for both further education and immediate workforce entry.
With total enrollment of 1,980 students, the college maintains a low cost barrier: in-state tuition and total cost of attendance are $3,144 annually, while out-of-state tuition runs $7,608. The college's endowment of approximately $61.6 million provides institutional stability and support for student success.
Chesapeake College works best for students seeking an affordable entry point to higher education or those planning to transfer to a four-year institution. Community college students should ask about transfer agreements with regional universities, academic support services, and career counseling before enrolling. More information is available at https://www.chesapeake.edu/.