A new report by Intelligent.com ranked Anne Arundel Community College as the No. 3 community college in the United States. AACC is also listed first for community colleges in Maryland.
This distinction underscores the college’s commitment to providing students with high-quality education and the tools needed for career success. With a focus on both academic rigor and affordability, AACC continues to prepare students for the evolving demands of the workforce.
To determine rankings, Intelligent.com utilized a data-driven methodology and undertook a comprehensive evaluation based on academic quality, graduation rate, cost, return on investment (ROI) and student resources. Each category was scored on a proprietary scale of 0 to 100, drawing on trusted sources like the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard, U.S. News & World Report and the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This rigorous evaluation ensures that only institutions and programs with a proven track record of academic excellence and strong student outcomes receive recognition.
Intelligent.com also ranked AACC as No. 22 nationwide in the Best Online Community Colleges and Trade Schools of 2025 category.