Montgomery College
About Montgomery College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Montgomery College teaches in the Maryland suburbs of Washington and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Business, computing and nursing are its largest programs, and its agreements move graduates straight into the University of Maryland.
Founded
1946
Location
Rockville, Maryland
Students
13,773
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
32.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,394
Out-of-state: $14,250
Avg Net Price
$8,027
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$50,159
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
32.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
74.7%
Transfer Out
22%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
30.9%
$/Student
$9.9K
Class Size
Medium
The 32.4% graduation rate is below average, but 74.7% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,394
In-State
$14,250
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,372
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,298
After Financial Aid
$8,027
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,932
Receive Grants
27%
Take Loans
6.1%
Tuition is $5,394/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $8,027.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Montgomery College fund their education.
While in School
27%
Get Grants
Free money
6.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$26,000
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,415
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$110/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,415, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Montgomery College.
Gender
51%
Female
49%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
13,773
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
43.6%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
22.6%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (51% women, 49% men). 43.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 9.7% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
13,773
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Montgomery College fields 6 varsity teams with 145 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
145
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
77
Men
68
Women
4
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Montgomery Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$50,159
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$20K
1005 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$29K
435 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$85K
257 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
107 grads
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
—
103 grads
Engineering, General
—
100 grads
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $50K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.