MC Changes The Community College Experience
At MC, we believe in our role as both a college and a community. We are learners and
seekers and achievers. Montgomery College provides a quality higher education that
gives everyone the chance to achieve success and to create meaningful change in their
lives – and in the world.
Montgomery College is a public, fully accredited institution. MC is dedicated to student success and widely recognized for the quality and scope of its academic programs.
Students Love MC
Ninety-one percent of Spring 2023 credit students would recommend MC to a friend or family member. (Student Satisfaction Survey, 2023)
- Ranked # 10 in Best Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Programs in 2025new window by All Nurses (2024).
- Ranked #9 in Best Community Colleges of 2025new window by Intelligent.com (2024).
- Ranked #10 in Best Community Colleges nationallynew window and #1 in Maryland by WalletHub (2024).
- Ranked #1 in Best Community Colleges in Maryland by Niche (2024).
- Ranked #40 (out of 922) Best Community Colleges in Americanew window by Niche (2024).
- Ranked #39 (out of 405) Best Hispanic-Serving Institutions in Americanew window by Niche (2024).
- Ranked #20 in Best Online Community Colleges in the U.S.new window (and #1 in Maryland) by Value Colleges (2024).
- Ranked #18 in Best Community College in the U.S. (and #1 in Maryland) by Value Colleges (2024).
- Ranked #8 in the U.S. Best LPN to ADN Bridge Programnew window by All Nurses (2023).
- Ranked #12 Cybersecurity Associate’s Programnew window in the U.S. by Cybersecurity Guide (2023).
- Ranked Top in the U.S. for Student-Parentsnew window by Generation Hope (2023-2026).
- Ranked #1 Best Community College in Marylandnew window by Niche (2023).
- Ranked #7 in 10 Best Community Colleges for International Students in 2023new window by Study International (2023).
- Ranked #10 (out of 688) in 2023 Best Community Colleges in the U.S. (and #1 in Maryland)new window by WalletHub (2023).
- Ranked #1 community college in Maryland and #77 in the U.S.new window by Niche (2023).
- Ranked in Newsweek’s Top Online College listnew window for MC’s online degree and course offerings (2023).
- Ranked as a Top Degree Producer by Diverse Issues in Higher Education (2022).
- Ranked Best Urban Community College Campus in Marylandnew window by Intelligent.com (2022).
- Ranked #7 Best Community College in the U.S.new window by WalletHub (2022).
- Ranked one of the year’s best schools for online degrees in public servicenew window by STEPS (Student Training & Education in Public Service), including one of the Best Online Criminal Justice Associate Degree Programsnew window (2022).
- Ranked #9 in Best Online Associate's Degree in Cybersecuritynew window by UniversityHQ (2022).
- Ranked #1 in Best Community Colleges in Marylandnew window by Intelligent.com (2022).
- Ranked #1 in Best Online Associate in Computer Science Programsnew window by Intelligent.com (2022).
- Ranked #9 ("Best for Cybersecurity") in Best Community College Online Programsnew window by Intelligent.com (2022).
- Ranked #3 in Best Associate Degrees in Marylandnew window by UniversityHQ (2022).
- Ranked #5 in Best Interior Design Schools in the U.S.new window by EdReformer (2021).
- Ranked in 10 Best Nursing Programsnew window in Maryland for 2022 by Nursing School Hub (2021).
- Ranked first in Most Popular Online Computer Programming Schools in Marylandnew window by Computer Science Degree Search (2021).
- Ranked one of the 25 Best Exercise Science and Kinesiology Associate’s Degrees for 2021new window by The Best Health Degrees (2021).
- Ranked best online community college in Marylandnew window by Premium Schools (2021).
- Ranked one of the best community colleges of 2021new window by Academic Influence (2021).
- Ranked Top 5 Overall & The Best Value in Marylandnew window by Intelligent.com (2021).
- Ranked as one of the best for diversity among colleges and universities in the U.S.new window by College Factual (2021).
- MC's nursing program ranked among the top 25 associate's degree in nursing programsnew window by Nursing School Hub (2021).
- Ranked among the top 100 community colleges with the best return on investmentnew window by Stacker (2021).
- Ranked among the best community colleges in the nationnew window by WalletHub (2020).
- Ranked #1 community college in Maryland with the highest earning graduatesnew window by Zippia, the Career Expert (2020).
- Ranked #1 in best online community colleges in Marylandnew window by Guide to Online Schools (2020).
- Ranked #1 community college in Marylandnew window by Niche (2020).
- Ranked #1 for two-year schoolsnew window and 11th overall of 55 higher education institutions in Maryland by EdSmart (2019).
- Ranked 10th in the nationnew window of community college graduates for career outcomes by WalletHub (2018).
- Ranked 12th in the nationnew window among community colleges for online learning by BestColleges (2018).
- Ranked Best for Vets by Military Times (2018, 2017, 2016).
- Ranked most diverse community college in the continental U.S.new window by the Chronicle of Higher Education (2019, 2018).
- Ranked 9th in the nation new windowamong community colleges for adult learners by Washington Monthly (2017).
- Ranked highly by Washington Monthly for ease of transfer to four-year schools, flexibility of programs, and services for adult students (2017).
Designations
Montgomery College is designated as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) by the National Security Agency (NSA).
Montgomery College has received the federal designation of Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).
Montgomery College has received the federal designation of being an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI).
Academic Programs and Courses
One of the foundations of our academic programs and courses is the ability to take
what you learn and effectively apply it in the world.
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Life at MC
It isn’t all about hitting the books. Students participate in 130 clubs and organizations,
including student government, sports, academic and social organizations, and special
interest clubs.
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College Faculty
With an 17:1 student-teacher ratio and small classes, students can get to know their
instructors and develop partnerships that foster growth and achievement.
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News and Press
From our award-winning faculty and successful students to dynamic educational programs
and community partnerships, Montgomery College is often in the news.
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Careers At MC
The faculty and staff of MC are integral to our continued excellence. We are looking
for dedicated professionals for opportunities throughout the College.
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Campuses and Locations
MC has campuses in Germantown, Rockville, and Takoma Park/Silver Spring, plus training
and community engagement centers, and off-site programs throughout the county, as
well as a variety of online courses and fully online degrees.
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