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You can fill out our request information form to receive updates about applying and registering, upcoming events, and more. Raptor Central is ready to help with any admissions and registration questions. You can visit in person, call, or contact onlinenew window.

Campus Tours and Events

MC offers campus tours and a variety of events for future students. You can schedule a tour at any of our campuses in Germantown, Rockville, or Takoma Park/Silver Spring. Our virtual tour is accessible at all times.

Upcoming Events

Cafecito Event

Join us for the return of our íCafecito series October 29

This series has been created especially for parents, with the purpose of providing information on relevant topics to support students through college preparation, selection, enrollment, payment, and success. Sessions are in person at various campus locations (refreshments will be served). All sessions are presented solely in Spanish. October brings information on íDescubriendo la Universidad-un camino para toda la familia! Discovering college, a pathway for everyone in your family. Please see flyer (PDF, Get Adobe Acrobat PDF Reader - Link opens in new window) for more details in Spanish.

Participants will receive an introduction to college:

  • How community college works (terminology, programs, services, and financial aid)
  • Learn about the different types of Colleges & Universities
  • Types of Degrees/Career Options: Associates, Bachelors, Masters, and technical certificates.  

Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
5:45pm–7:30 p.m.
Montgomery College – Rockville Campusnew window
51 Manakee Street
Rockville, MD 20850
Campus Center, CC158 Faculty/Staff Lounge

Refreshments will be served.

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Future Students Information Sessions

Join us on campus for a Future Student Information Session! 

Future Students Information Sessions (PDF, Get Adobe Acrobat PDF Reader - Link opens in new window)

Thinking about applying? Already applied and don't know what to do next? Want to learn more about what MC has to offer? Join us for a Future Student Information Session to learn the ins and outs of MC, the benefits of being a student here, and how we can support you every step of the way. Each event lasts approximately 90 minutes. All events begin at 5:30 p.m. 

East County Education Center 
Room 106/107 
Tuesday, December 2 
 
Germantown Campus 
High Technology & Science Center 
Room HT 216 
Tuesday, October 28 
Thursday, November 13 
 
Rockville Campus 
Long Nguyen and Kimmy Duong Student Services Center  
Room SV 220 
Tuesday, October 14 
Monday, November 3 
 
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus  
Charlene R. Nunley Student Services Center
Tuesday, Oct 21 – Room ST 328 
Wednesday, November 19 – Room ST 329 

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To request a reasonable accommodation, please email Camille Cauley at recruitevents@montgomerycollege.edu.  Requests should be made at least two weeks in advance of the event. 

Paying for College Series 

Join us in October. November. January. March. June. 

Paying for College Series (PDF, Get Adobe Acrobat PDF Reader - Link opens in new window)  

You won’t want to miss our Paying for College Series, where we’ll break down the essentials of financial aid, scholarships, billing, and more. Whether you’re a student, parent, or counselor, these sessions are designed to help you make informed decisions and feel confident about paying for college and career training. 
 
All sessions are at 6 p.m. via Zoom 

  • Thursday, October 30 – Paying for College: The Basics 
    Learn the foundational concepts to understand college and career training costs and how to prepare. 

  • Wednesday, November 12 – Financial Aid Programs 
    Explore the types of aid available – grants, loans, work-study- and the steps to apply. 

  • Wednesday, January 21 – Scholarships 
    Explore scholarship opportunities and tips for submitting strong applications.

  • Wednesday, March 11 – You’ve Applied for Aid, Now What? 
    Understand what you must do after submitting your FAFSA and/or MD One App applications. 

  • Monday, May 4 – Understanding My Costs & Bill 
    Learn how to read your college bill and what your financial aid covers. 

  • Wednesday, June 10 - How to Avoid Having Your Courses Deleted for Nonpayment 
    Get practical advice on staying enrolled and managing payment deadlines. 
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To request reasonable accommodation, please email Camille Cauley at recruitevents@montgomerycollege.edu. Requests should be made at least two weeks in advance of the event. 

First to Know: College Insights for First Gen Students

Join us to be informed and empowered on your college journey! November · January · February

Are you the first in your family to attend college? You’re not alone – and we’re here to support you every step of the way! Join us for three specially designed sessions you won’t want to miss.  You’ll get tips on navigating college language and figuring out how to pay for school. Plus, you’ll gain insights from other first-generation students, all to help you build confidence and make connections on your journey.

All sessions are via Zoom.

  • Language of College
    Monday, November 17, 2025
    Time: 4 p.m.
    Understand the terms, acronyms, and systems that can be unclear. Learn how to speak the language of college and use that knowledge to help your journey.
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  • Paying for College Series | Scholarships
    Wednesday, January 21, 2026
    Time: 6 p.m.
    Explore paying for college and scholarship opportunities to make college affordable. Hear from experts who will share tips and answer your questions.
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  • First Generation Students Speak
    Monday, February 16, 2026
    Time: TBD
    Hear from current first-generation college students who will share their journey and plans for the future. Gain insights on navigating college from others who have been through it.
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To request reasonable accommodation, please email Camille Cauley at recruitevents@montgomerycollege.edu. Requests should be made at least two weeks in advance of the event. 

Spring 2026 Registration Open Houses

December and January. Join us in person or online.

Are you ready to take the next step in your education? Are you looking for assistance with the application and registration process for the spring 2026 semester? If so, join us at a registration open house event at Montgomery College. Don't miss this opportunity to take your next steps toward your education and training goals! 

At a registration open house, you can:

  • Get one-on-one assistance with the application and registration process
  • Learn ways to pay for college and workforce training
  • Tour the campus, classrooms, and facilities

Registration Open House at East County Education Center
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 (snow date: Dec 3)
Time: 3–6 p.m.

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Registration Open House at Rockville Campus
Thursday, January 8, 2026 (snow date: Jan 15)
Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

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MC Registration Open House Online via Zoom
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
4–6 p.m.

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To request reasonable accommodation, please email Camille Cauley at recruitevents@montgomerycollege.edu. Requests should be made at least two weeks in advance of the event. 

Recorded Events

Lights, camera, higher education! Explore the vibrant world of Montgomery College's Visual, Performance, and Media Arts Programs. Discover how we empower students to become creative professionals through hands-on training in a variety of formats, from lectures and demonstrations to immersive workshops. Explore diverse fields like art, music, dance, theatre, photography, film, graphic design, web design, animation, gaming, and television and radio. Learn about our associate of arts degrees and certificate programs designed to launch your career or seamlessly transfer to a four-year college or university. Let us ignite your passion and shape your future in the arts! View video.

Learn about MC’s health career programs from our recorded virtual open house event. View videonew window.

Additional program specific sessions:

Learn about MC’s Information Technology Institute Career Pathways that lead to IT certifications and entry level jobs in IT at a virtual open house. View videonew window.

  • Faculty and alumni discuss career pathways in cybersecurity, networking, cloud technologies, and data analytics.
  • MC faculty talk about career outlooks and how MC can help you reach your goals.
  • College alumni discuss how MC set them on a path for success. 

Learn about MC’s highly-ranked Business program from faculty, alumni, and current students from our recent virtual open house. View videonew window.

Areas covered include:

  • Degree, certificate, and course offerings that set MC apart from other schools.
  • MC’s leading faculty professionals and their areas of expertise.
  • Career outlooks and how MC can help you reach your goals.
  • MC’s seamless transfer process to four-year schools, where our students are transferring, and how they are performing at those institutions.
  • Dual enrollment opportunities where high school students can take classes at MC while still in high school.
  • Current students will share what they like most about their time at the College and alumni will discuss how MC set them on a path for success.

Montgomery College is ranked:

  • A Top Degree Producer by Diverse Issues in Higher Education (2022).
  • #7 Best Community College in the US by WalletHub (2022).

Learn about MC’s highly-ranked Computer Science Program from faculty, alumni, and current students. View videonew window.

Montgomery College is ranked:

  • #1 in Best Online Associate in Computer Science Program Offerings by Intelligent.com (2022).
  • A Top Degree Producer by Diverse Issues in Higher Education (2022).
  • #7 Best Community College in the US  by WalletHub (2022).

Want to learn how to save money for college? Watch to learn all the different ways to receive financial aid and scholarships at MC. View videonew window.

Cómo pagar la Universidad si no es ciudadano - Paying for college for Dreamers. Ver videonew window.

En este video, Guillermo Minaya de la oficina de ayuda financiera de Montgomery College, explica cómo pagar la universidad para estudiantes que no son ciudadanos o residentes permanentes, pero puedan calificar por ayuda financiera de estado de Maryland u otras becas.


How to Apply and Register

We've laid out all the steps you need to follow to become an MC student. Our Raptor Reference card (PDF, Get Adobe Acrobat PDF Reader - Link opens in new window) has an easy-to-follow checklist.  You might also be interested in additional information for:

How-To Videos: Getting Started at MC

Watch our series of helpful how-to videos for everything you need to know to become a student at Montgomery College.
(Videos en Español)


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Displaced Federal Workers

Displaced from a federal job? Montgomery College is here to help!

Losing a job is stressful—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Montgomery College (MC) offers fast, affordable training, career support, and direct connections to local employers to help you transition into a high-demand career quickly and confidently.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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