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Middle College

The Montgomery College Middle College (MC2) programs are dual enrollment programs that prepare students to earn a High School Diploma and college credits towards an associates degree.

Core Experiences

  • Strong college preparatory programs to start high school experience
  • Earn associates degree while in high school.

Program Goals

  1. Develop Foundational Knowledge and Skills: Equip students with a strong foundation across all content areas so that they can transition into upper level college courses after graduation.
  2. Provide Hands-On, Real-World Experience: Engage students in authentic projects and team-based challenges that mirror real-world decision-making and responsibility.
  3. Foster College, Career, and/or Community Pathways: Prepare students for postsecondary success by connecting classroom learning to diverse opportunities after high school graduation.

 

Application & Locations

Application: Interest-based application.  Students must maintain a specific grade point average throughout high school to be eligible for college credit courses.  Additionally, MCPS will fund costs related to approved college courses and the required dual enrollment tuition, fees, instructional materials and textbooks only for students who meet the state's College and Career Readiness (CCR) standards under the Blueprint for Maryland's Future legislation.

Schools:

  • Region 1: Northwood
  • Region 2: Blake*
  • Region 3: Woodward*
  • Region 4: Rockville*
  • Region 5: Watkins Mill*
  • Region 6: Northwest

* New programs are pending approval from Montgomery College.

Course Progression

Below is a sample general studies sequence of courses for students enrolled in the Middle College Program.  Student schedules may vary based on selected concentrations.  This is subject to change as the programs are developed.  

Grades 6–8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Summer Grade 11 Summer Grade 12

Career Advising

Summer Enrichment & Preparation
Honors English 9 Honors English 10 Optional Summer Session MC Course

AP English Language & Composition

 Optional Summer Session MC Course English 101 or 102
Integrated Algebra 1 or Higher Honors Integrated Algebra II or Higher Honors/AP Precalculus or higher MATH 117 or Higher
Honors Biology Honors Chemistry AP Science (Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Physics) Montgomery College Core Courses
Honors/AP US History AP US Government (NSL) AP World History Montgomery College Core/Elective Courses
World Language World Language MCPS Elective Montgomery College Core/Elective Courses
Physical Education Elective Honors Health Education

Montgomery College Electives

 Montgomery College Core/Elective Courses
Elective (Technology Education or Art)

AP Elective or Elective (Technology Education or Art)

Montgomery College Electives (plus one winter session MC Elective)

 Montgomery College Core/Elective Courses (plus one winter session MC Elective)

Program Requirements

In addition to MCPS requirements for graduation, all students maintain a minimum of 2.75 and maintain enrollment in AP and Montgomery College courses in grades 10-12.