We are delighted that you are considering enrollment at Montgomery College. Essential information on getting off to a good start as a New Student can be found linked from this page. As time permits, explore the rest of the Montgomery College Web Site for additional information about our programs and services.

• Of particular interest to all first time MC students, independent of age and/or prior College enrollment, will be the “First Year Experience” pages. These describe various “orientation” opportunities for familiarization with procedures and resources specific to Montgomery College.
• The “Parents and Families” page expands this scope considerably to include planning advice for College preparation going back to the early years of Secondary School.

Montgomery College is Maryland's oldest community college. Campuses are located in Takoma Park/Silver Spring, Rockville, and Germantown and are complemented by smaller off-campus sites to serve residents throughout Montgomery County.

Today, more than 100 degree and certificate programs prepare students to earn an associate's degree, transfer to a four-year college or university, enter the job market, upgrade career skills, complete an apprenticeship, or enhance life through enrichment experience. A list of these credit programs can be found at List of Credit Programs

The College offers day, evening, and weekend courses to meet the needs of its diverse student body. Montgomery College is widely recognized for the quality and scope of its academic programs in the liberal arts sciences, business, and technologies. 

Complemented by a comprehensive Continuing Education program, the College seeks to offer students a well-defined path to personal and career success and enrichment through non-credit courses found at Continuing Education

Perhaps, like many new students, you haven't made program decisions, but know you want to begin taking credit courses. The General Studies program may be right for you.

Now, on to the Getting Started essentials:

• Decide whether you want to take credit or non-credit courses and follow the appropriate link above

• Follow the getting started steps found on Admissions 

• Check the course schedule for deadlines Current Course Schedule 

• Contact Student Development offices for additional information Counseling & Advising

Explore the endless educational possibilities available to you at Montgomery College. We are here to help you achieve your educational goals.