College Background
The largest public institution of higher education in the city, Community College of Philadelphia puts you on the path to a bachelor’s degree and career success. The College serves first-time college students, high school graduates, adults and business professionals. Programs at Community College of Philadelphia will prepare you for entry into the workforce or for transfer to a four-year institution. There are more than 70 associate's degree and certificate programs in business, liberal arts, health care, science and technology, social sciences and human services. Getting an education has never been easier or more convenient. In addition to our Main Campus, we have three Regional Centers in the Northeast, Northwest and West Philadelphia and we offer accelerated courses, as well as evening, weekend and online classes.
Application Deadline
Fall, Spring, and Summer: Open enrollment
Tuition Fee
- Philadelphia residents: $115 per credit hour
- Other Pennsylvanians: $230 per credit hour
- Non-Pennsylvanians: $345 per credit hour
Most courses are three credit hours. Therefore, a student taking one three-credit-hour course would pay $345 (3 x $115 = $345). Tuition for Pennsylvania residents outside Philadelphia is $230 per credit hour and $345 per credit hour for out-of-state students.
Modes of Class Delivery
Classes are held during the day, in the evening and on Saturdays at the Main Campus, the three Regional Centers and at neighborhood sites throughout the city. Accelerated courses and online classes are also available.
Student Services Available for Adult Learners
Community College of Philadelphia offers free comprehensive counseling services to all its students. Educational, career and personal counseling are available to both individuals and groups. Counselors also assist students and graduates who wish to continue their education in other institutions. Online and evening advising, free tutoring, career services, free academic and career services workshops and off-campus library access are available.
Degrees Offered
Community College of Philadelphia has more than 70 associate's degree and certificate programs, as well as certification testing. At Community College of Philadelphia, you have a variety of options to explore, including Associate in Arts (A.A.), Associate in Science (A.S.) and Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.).
Popular Majors
Business, Behavioral Health/Human Services, Hospitality Technologies, Nursing, Liberal Arts, Paralegal Studies, Computer Science, and Early Childhood Education
College Website Address
Scholarships
My Degree Now - For more information call 215-751-8254, email mydegreenow@ccp.edu, or visit the Website at www.ccp.edu/site/mydegreenow.
