Hagerstown Community College

What Hagerstown Community College does

Hagerstown Community College (HCC), founded in 1946 and headquartered at 11400 Robinwood Drive in Hagerstown, Maryland, is a state- and county-supported public comprehensive community college serving Washington County and the surrounding region. The college enrolls 10,000+ credit and non-credit students across an associate-degree portfolio spanning Arts & Sciences, Business & Technology, Health Sciences, and Nursing, plus short-term workforce training and personal enrichment through its LERN-certified Workforce Solutions & Continuing Education division. Notable programmatic accreditations include ACEN (nursing), CODA (dental), CAAHEP (paramedic), JRCERT (radiography), and CAHIIM (health information management), with institutional accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

The college's technology stack is standard educational infrastructure: Ellucian Cloud powers the Self-Service student information portal, D2L provides the learning management system, Microsoft Office 365 is provisioned to students, and PaperCut manages print; auxiliary tools include Cranium Cafe (virtual appointments) and ToastTab (campus food ordering). HCC distributes its services through a direct-to-consumer GTM via the Self-Service portal, in-person admissions, campus tours, dual-enrollment pipelines with Washington County Public Schools, and a secondary Bowman Training Center at 562 Northern Avenue for workforce programming.

The revenue model is a hybrid of tuition and fees (per semester for credit, pay-as-you-go for non-credit), state and county government appropriations, federal Title IV financial aid (Pell Grants, loans, work-study — received by 2 of 3 credit students), non-credit workforce training fees, and ancillary campus services (food services, ARCC facility). Recent strategic activity includes a 2026 launch of an Automotive Service Technician short-term training program and receipt of TEDCO funding in June 2024.

Name

Hagerstown Community College

Legal name

Hagerstown Community College

Website

https://hagerstowncc.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Hagerstown Community College is a state- and county-supported public community college in Hagerstown, Maryland, enrolling 10,000+ students in associate degrees, university-transfer programs, nursing and health sciences, and short-term workforce training across Washington County.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community College Education

NAICS

Junior Colleges (6112), Junior Colleges (61121), Junior Colleges (611210)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Comprehensive Community Colleges (Transfer + Workforce) (EDAHADAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Community Colleges (EDAHADAA), Multi-Campus Community College Districts (EDAHADAM)

Keywords

• Community college education
• Credit degree programs
• Workforce training
• Nursing programs
• Continuing education

Headquarters

HQ city

Hagerstown

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Revenue from student tuition and mandatory fees for credit and non-credit programs. The college publishes tuition and fees information on its financial aid page and offers various payment options including online payment through Self-Service.
2. State and County Government Funding: As a state- and county-supported comprehensive community college, HCC receives operational funding from Maryland state government and Washington County government to support its educational mission.
3. Federal Financial Aid: The college serves as a Title IV institution and participates in federal student financial aid programs including Pell Grants, federal loans, and work-study programs. Approximately 2 of 3 credit students receive financial aid.
4. Workforce Solutions and Continuing Education: Non-credit programs, short-term training, and professional development courses generate revenue through course fees. The Workforce Solutions and Continuing Education division is certified by Learning Resources Network (LERN).
5. Food Services: On-campus food service operations including the Hilltop Grill, Hawk Cafe, and catering services. Operated by Kristopher LeHardy, Manager of Campus Food Services, serving students, faculty, staff, and the general public.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Hagerstown Community College is a state- and county-supported comprehensive community college that delivers associate degrees, credit certificates, non-credit workforce training, and personal enrichment courses. It serves Washington County and the surrounding region through credit programs for university transfer and career entry, plus continuing education and short-term workforce certifications.

Product overview

Hagerstown Community College (HCC) is a state and county-supported community college offering a comprehensive portfolio of educational programs and student services. The college operates a three-tier educational product structure: (1) Credit degree and certificate programs (A.A.S., A.S., certificates) for job entry and university transfer, spanning Health Sciences (Dental, Medical Imaging, Health Information Management), Nursing (RN, LPN, and transition tracks), and other academic divisions; (2) Short-term workforce training and non-credit programs through Workforce Solutions & Continuing Education for professional development; and (3) Personal enrichment courses. Student-facing technology platforms include D2L LMS for online learning, Ellucian Cloud Self-Service for registration and academic records, Microsoft Office 365 for productivity, and PaperCut for printing. Student life services include the SGA, 20+ student organizations, and the Phi Theta Kappa honor society. Facilities include the ARCC (athletic and recreation center), Student Center, William M. Brish Library, Learning Support Center (CRLA-certified tutoring), and Student Pantry. Support services include CARE Team, CCAMPIS childcare assistance, and specialized advising for athletes, disability services, and career programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Credit Degree and Certificate Programs

Quantifiable outcome

• 2 of 3 credit students receive financial aid
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Middle States Commission on Higher EducationcoreOthersInstitutional accreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, the regional accreditor recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and Council for Higher Education Accreditation. This is the primary institutional accreditation enabling the college to participate in federal student aid programs.
• Learning Resources Network (LERN)coreOthersThe Workforce Solutions and Continuing Education Division is certified by LERN, providing recognition for the college's non-credit continuing education programs and enabling participation in LERN's network and resources.
• Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)coreOthersThe Nursing Programs (RN and Practical Nursing) are accredited by ACEN, enabling graduates to sit for the NCLEX licensure examination and pursue nursing careers.
• Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)coreOthersThe Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene Programs are approved by CODA, the specialized accreditor for dental education programs recognized by the American Dental Association.
• Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)coreOthersThe Paramedic Program is certified by CAAHEP, enabling graduates to pursue national certification and state licensure as paramedics.
• Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)coreOthersThe Radiography Program is accredited by JRCERT, preparing students for careers as radiologic technologists and enabling ARRT certification.
• Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM)coreOthersThe Health Information Management Program is accredited by CAHIIM, preparing students for RHIT certification and careers in health information management.
• Maryland Board of NursingcoreOthersThe Nursing Program is approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing, the state licensing authority for nursing education programs in Maryland.
• Washington County Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner2024-2025 articulation agreement between HCC and Washington County Public Schools for dual enrollment and career & technology programs, enabling high school students to earn college credit.
• University of Maryland System InstitutionscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransfer articulation agreements with University of Maryland system institutions. General education coursework with grades of D or above accepted in transfer; program requirements accept D grades if GPA is 2.0 or higher. Students may transfer up to 75% of degree requirements.
• Washington County Recreation DepartmentminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for community programming at the ARCC facility. Washington County Recreation Department uses ARCC for evening and weekend programming, bringing community recreation activities to campus.
• Four-Year Universities (Articulation Agreements)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHCC develops articulation agreements with universities, colleges and high schools to ensure students can receive credit for their work and transition more easily between institutions. Dual admissions agreements facilitate seamless transfer pathways.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Wor-Wic Community College: Maryland public community college on the Eastern Shore serving the Lower Shore region. Comparable comprehensive community college model with credit and workforce programs.
• Chesapeake College: Maryland public community college serving the Eastern Shore region. Similar comprehensive community college structure but operates in a different geographic region of Maryland.

Direct peers

• Carroll Community College: Maryland public community college in Carroll County offering associate degrees, transfer pathways, and workforce training. Similar scale, mission, and student demographics to HCC.
• Howard Community College: Maryland public community college offering associate degrees and workforce programs. Operates as a comparable comprehensive community college within the Maryland community college system.
• Frederick Community College: Maryland public community college located in Frederick County, serving a similar regional population with comparable credit and workforce programs. Closest geographic and demographic peer to HCC.
• Montgomery College: Maryland public community college with multi-campus operations in Montgomery County. Larger scale than HCC but offers similar comprehensive programs including transfer, career, and workforce training.
• Allegany College of Maryland: Maryland public community college serving a rural western Maryland region. Comparable comprehensive community college model with transfer and workforce programs in a similar geographic tier.

Emerging players

• Southern New Hampshire University: Large online-focused nonprofit university with strong community college transfer partnerships. Represents the online and non-traditional learner market that competes with HCC for adult students seeking flexible degree pathways.
• Western Governors University: Online competency-based university offering affordable bachelor's degrees that competes with HCC's transfer pathway mission. Represents a non-traditional competitor in the post-secondary education space serving similar adult learner demographics.

Broad incumbents

• Anne Arundel Community College: Larger Maryland public community college serving Anne Arundel County. Broader scope of programs and larger enrollment than HCC but operates the same comprehensive community college model within the Maryland system.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/hagerstowncc
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/hagerstownccedu
• Facebookfacebook.com/56541058225
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hagerstown-community-college
• Instagraminstagram.com/hagerstowncc
• TikToktiktok.com/@hagerstowncc_

Compliance10 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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