Get to Know Harford
We invite you to explore all aspects of our campus—our events, success stories, our work in the community—and see us as an asset and a resource for both our students and our community.
Founded in 1957, Harford's vibrant main campus occupies 352 acres near Bel Air, Maryland, and has 24 buildings totaling approximately 372,525 assignable square feet, as well as five miles of walking trails. The College also operates several off-site facilities containing another 41,156 assignable square feet. The oldest building on campus, The Hays-Heighe House was built in 1808 and was part of the horse farm that originally occupied the campus property.
Harford Community College is a vibrant, open-access institution offering 140+ affordable degree, certificate, and career and workforce programs to more than 6,300 full- and part-time students, as well as community education courses to nearly 6,000 students a year. When you invest in yourself at Harford, you do so knowing you have the full support of faculty, staff, and administrators, helping you take the next step in your journey to success. Welcome to Harford Community College!
Strategic Plan
June 2024 kicked off Vision 2030, a strategic plan outlining a road map for the future of Harford Community College. The plan includes new Mission, Vision, and Values as well as strategic priorities that will comprehensively guide decision making and drive transformative outcomes in years to come.
Student-Centered
Our student-centered culture ensures every student feels valued, empowered, and equipped
for success, both in their academic journey and beyond. Our commitment to students
is at the core of everything we do; every decision, innovation, and interaction is
guided by enhancing the student experience.
Communication & Collaboration
We prioritize interpersonal communications grounded in honesty and clarity. Knowing
that our actions can be as powerful as our words, we lead with integrity. We work
as a team to help students succeed.
Respect
We value the diverse perspectives, aspirations, rights, and traditions within our
community. We prioritize the welfare of our students and colleagues. Our interactions
are marked by civility, compassion, empathy, and professionalism.
Equity & Inclusion
Our shared purpose in student success unites us. We bring our unique backgrounds,
voices, and perspectives to every conversation and know that our diversity strengthens
our collective actions.
Excellence
We inspire and challenge each other to achieve exceptional outcomes in education,
service, and leadership.
Economic Impact
The value of Harford Community College influences both the lives of students and also the County economy. The College promotes economic growth in Harford County by helping students increase their employability, supplying trained workers to county businesses and industries, employing more than 1,000 faculty and staff, and purchasing goods and services.
Take a closer look. You'll be surprised how the College contributes to the overall quality of life in Harford County.
Student Consumer Information
In compliance with federal regulations, Harford Community College provides student consumer information for current and prospective students. Written copies are provided upon request.
Accreditation
- Harford Community College is accredited by the Middle State Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (ph: 267.284.5000). The MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). The Commission's Statement of Accreditation status is posted on the Commission's website. The accreditation process involves an eight-year cycle of review that includes a Self-Study Report prepared by the institution to assess the College’s progress along seven standards: Mission and Goals | Ethics and Integrity | Design and Delivery of the Student Experience | Support for the Student Experience | Educational Effectiveness Assessment | Planning, Resources, and Institutional Improvement | Governance, Leadership, and Administration
- The Associate of Science degree nursing program is approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326 (ph: 404.975.5000).
- The Histotechnology program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), 5600 N. River Road, Suite 720, Rosemont, IL 60018.
- The Paramedic program and the Medical Assisting Certificate program are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), 25400 US Highway 19 North, Suite 158, Clearwater, FL 33763 (ph: 727.210.2350).
- The Paralegal Studies program is approved by the American Bar Association (ABA), 750 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60611. The College holds membership in numerous national, regional, state and local professional associations.
Questions regarding accreditation may be directed to the Office of the President at 443.412.2230.