MONTGOMERY COLLEGE
Montgomery College offers more than 130 programs of study, providing a relevant education that prepares students to become active contributors to the workforce or transfer to a four-year degree program.
CLICK HERE to see a Google Slides presentation about the benefits of attending a community college like Montgomery College.
Montgomery Scholars
The Montgomery Scholars Program is a selective-admission two-year interdisciplinary honors program designed for high school graduates as the first step in completing a four-year degree.
Montgomery Scholars students will launch their college studies at a fraction of the cost of most four-year schools. The college will award merit scholarships to each student admitted into the Scholars program. Montgomery Scholars scholarships cover the cost of full-tuition and fees for two years of study at Montgomery College (30 credits per year at the in-county resident tuition rate).
Macklin Business Institute
The Macklin Business Institute (MBI) Honors Program provides a collegiate experience that parallels that of the best business schools in the country, bringing together highly talented students with an interest in business. The cornerstones of the program are high-quality, seminar-style coursework with the College's best faculty; honors work in economics, accounting, and other core business courses; managing a student-run café on campus; traveling for regional and national business competitions; and facilitating community-focused projects and workshops. In addition, you'll have opportunities to meet and develop mentoring relationships with local, national, and international business leaders, as well as secure internships.
Transfer of AP Classes at Montgomery College
LINKS AND DEADLINES TO MONTGOMERY COLLEGE FULL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS
Montgomery Scholars FULL INFORMATION | The Montgomery Scholars Program is a selective-admission two-year interdisciplinary honors program designed for high school graduates as the first step in completing a four-year degree. The typical GPA for admission is 3.5. DEADLINE TO APPLY: JANUARY 31, 2024
Macklin Business Institute ELIGIBILITY AND REQUIREMENTS | The Macklin Business Institute (MBI) Honors Program provides a collegiate experience that parallels that of the best business schools in the country, bringing together highly talented students with an interest in business. The two-year program is designed for incoming MC freshmen, while the one-year program is for second-year college students. Upon completion of the program, students will have had unique opportunities which will expand your transfer options. DEADLINE TO APPLY: JANUARY 31, 2024
Board of Trustees Scholarship ELIGIBILITY AND REQUIREMENTS | This is a one-year scholarship that covers the full-time cost of tuition and fees at the county resident tuition rate, up to a maximum of 15 credits per semester. Requirements: 3.0 or higher weighted grade point average, letter of recommendation, essay questions, and admission to a degree program at Montgomery College. PRIORITY APPLICATION DEADLINE: MARCH 1, 2024 Applications received after the priority deadline will be considered on a rolling basis through May 1st.
Montgomery Scholars graduate, Anna Chacon, was the program’s first Scholar to receive the prestigious Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship.
Montgomery Scholars graduate, Viola Clune, was the first Scholar to transfer directly into Yale University, where she is studying history.
Macklin Business Institute graduate, Wendy Mejia, talks about what she loved about the program and what it has to offer.
Wendy Mejía, graduada del Macklin Business Institute, habla sobre lo que le encantó del programa y lo que tiene para ofrecer.
Community College vs. a Four-Year College or University
Did you know that 66% of undergraduate students in the U.S. have been, or are currently enrolled, in a community college? Junior colleges are affordable, accessible, and most allow you to transfer your credits to four-year universities. So, how do you help a student decide which type of college is best for them?
Here are some key stats that may help you make a choice:
It’s 169% more expensive to go to college today than it was in 1980, but community college is almost one-third of the price of a traditional four-year school (average cost of $1,865/semester vs. $4,839/semester).
Contrary to popular belief, community colleges do offer financial aid! In fact, 33% of federal Pell Grants and 12% of subsidized federal loans are awarded to community college students each year. A handful of U.S. states even offer tuition-free programs for their community colleges.
Campus life differs between four-year universities and community colleges. Many community colleges don’t offer student housing or school-sponsored athletic programs (Montgomery College does have athletic programs), and their student body skews older. Many community college students commute to school, work part- or full-time, or take care of children. Definitely an important consideration if you’re looking for vibrant campus life!
Adults with a Bachelor’s degree can expect to earn an average of $70,000 per year, or $2.8 million in their lifetime. Comparatively, adults with an Associate’s degree have an average lifetime earning potential of $2 million (or $50,000 per year). While the earning potential of those with an Associate’s degree is substantial, there’s a clear economic advantage—in both the short and long term—to holding a Bachelor’s degree.
MONTGOMERY COLLEGE CHECKLIST
Apply to Montgomery College
Activate your account and complete the online orientation
Meet with your MC counselor
Take any necessary placement tests (Accuplacer, ALEKS, ESL)
Register for classes and complete financial aid paperwork
TO CLAIM YOUR ACCOUNT:
Go to MyMC
Click on "Claim Your Account"
For My MC, enter your student ID; then enter your full M number (found in your admissions letter) IF YOU DO NOT CLAIM YOUR ACCOUNT IN 45 DAYS OF RECEIVING YOUR ADMISSIONS EMAIL, YOU WILL NEED TO CALL MC IT
If you do not have your student ID and M number, you may call MC IT at 240-567-7222
Associate's degrees can typically be completed in two years, and many jobs requiring an Associate's degree are in high demand. CLICK HERE to read and article that explores the top 10 in-demand careers that require an Associate's degree and provides information about which industries these careers are in most demand. The infographic to the left contains data about the fastest-growing jobs that require an Associate's degree.