Most Recent Recognition Action Date:
2021
Decision:
Grant of Accreditation for seven years (2021-2028). This action indicates that the Program has no significant deficiencies.
Profile of Accredited Program
Center for Hospitality and Culinary Studies
Howard Community College
10901 Little Patuxent Parkway
Columbia, MD 21044-3197
Degrees Awarded:
- AAS Hotel, Restaurant, and Event Management
The Commission commends the leadership, administration and faculty on a review evaluation which met all ACPHA standards and key elements.
Program Student Profile
Academic Years: 2017-2018 2018-2019 2019-2020
| Undergraduate Enrollment – Major | 3 Years Ago | 2 Years Ago | 1 Year Ago |
| Number of Students | 62 | 63 | 68 |
| Number of Graduates | 17 | 18 | 18 |
| Student/Faculty Ratio | 10:1 | 11:1 | 11:1 |
| Retention Rate % – Freshmen to Sophomore (for all Programs) | 61% | 66% | 58% |
| % Students employed in the hospitality industry or a related field within 90 days after graduation | N/A | 33% | 61% |
| % Students continuing their education within 90 days after graduation | N/A | 22% | 50% |