Dual Enrollment opportunities allow MCPS college-ready high school students to take
college courses at Montgomery College. By taking courses at MC, high school students can can earn college and MCPS graduation credit. Please reach out to your school counselor or DEPA with any questions.
Registration Dates Fall 2026
April 13, 2026: Students, in their dual enroll account, may view courses available for fall. Please also refer to the MC schedule to see CRN, Seat availability etc.
April 20, 2026: Dual Enrollment students may begin requesting classes for the fall. Students, must follow all steps to complete registration. See your counselor and DEPA
June 5, 2026: Enter course requests by this date for enrollment for courses at MC
August 31, 2026: Fall semester at MC begins
Where to Begin?
Check out the resources below
Frequently Asked Questions
Montgomery College Dual Enrollment Official Site
Click here for a complete list of the MCPS approved MC College Courses. Use this as your guide when choosing classes. Column C provides you with an idea of what the course credit will count as on your high school transcript, if you opt-in for dual credit (i.e. General Elective, World Language, English, Math, Science, or Social Studies). Be sure to check the course descriptions for pre-requisites!
*Montgomery College is offering a range of courses this year and some may be in-person while others remain virtual. Please keep in mind when registering, courses are listed as either On Campus, Distance Learning, or Structured Remote*
On Campus: in-person courses.
Distance Learning: asynchronous learning meaning no required meetings, but professor is available via email.
Structured Remote: synchronous learning meaning you are expected to attend virtual meetings.
This 2 page checklist is for students. It outlines the steps/process to complete dual enrollment. Refer to the google slide deck above entitled Jump Start to College for detailed, specific information.
All Jumpstart students must fill out the Dual Credit Acceptance/Refusal Form. This indicates whether or not the student wishes to receive both high school and/or only college credit.
If students do not wish to receive high school credit for the college courses, students must complete Parts I, II, and III on this form before returning this form to their school counselor and the Dual Enrollment Program Assistant (DEPA).
For students who would like to have the MC class on their high school transcript, students only need to complete Part I, initial at the bottom of the page and return the form to the counselor and DEPA. See below for details. All decisions related to dual credit must be made during the course scheduling process. Decisions are final and will be based on the completed section on the form.
Check out the sample forms!
If you do not wish to receive high school credit for the MC course, complete Parts I, II, and III on this form before returning the form to your school's counselor and then to the Dual Enrollment Program Assistant (DEPA).
If you wish to obtain high school credit for the MC course, you will indicate that you are accepting credit and initial in part II and at the bottom of the form. You do not need to obtain parent signature if you indicate that you want these classes to also count as credit on your high school transcript.
MC COURSES ARE NOW FREE FOR MCPS STUDENTS!!
Currently, enrolled MCPS students (still in high school) may take up to 2 MCPS approved classes in the fall and spring semesters with MCPS/MC covering tuition, fees and required textbooks and materials. Students who opt to take more than 2 classes or take classes in the winter or summer session will need to pay tuition, fees and for the cost of their books for the additional classes.
Visit the MC website for more information.
MC HIGH SCHOOL GRANT INFORMATION:
Students currently enrolled in high school and seeking classes at MC may apply for a need-based grant for the winter and summer session depending on available funds under the provisions below.
MCPS Students who are enrolled in college courses may be eligible for funds that pay the close of MC tuition, fees, and required textbooks for each course(s) depending on financial need and available funds.