Howard Community College (HCC) is a public community college located in Columbia, Maryland. It offers a wide range of classes for credit in more than 100 programs, including associate degrees and certificates, as well as workforce development and continuing education. The main campus has 14 buildings and satellite campuses in Laurel, Maryland. HCC was founded in 1966 and serves a diverse student body with flexible learning options including online and hybrid classes. It is known for supportive faculty, modern facilities, and strong career services, with a 100% acceptance rate and around 8,500 undergraduate students enrolled. Popular academic divisions include Arts & Humanities, Business & Computer Systems, Health Sciences, and Science, Engineering & Technology. The college emphasizes community involvement, student support, and practical learning experiences.