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What is the MCC Small Business Center?

The MCC Small Business Center assists those who want to start or already operate a small business.

Can high school students enroll in college without cost?

Career and College Promise. High school students can enroll, without cost, in college credit classes through the Career and College Promise program. Learn More about Career and College Promise.

How to calculate cumulative GPA at Montgomery College?

The cumulative GPA, which factors in courses taken throughout a student’s career at Montgomery College, is calculated by dividing the total number of quality grade points earned in all semesters by the total number of credit hours.

How many hours are in a semester?

A credit hour or semester hour is equivalent to approximately 15 hours of lecture, 30 hours of laboratory or studio, or 45 hours of an alternative instructional situation, such as an internship. Fall and spring courses are usually taught for 14-15 weeks, including final examinations. A three-credit lecture course may meet three days a week for 50 minutes each session, two days a week for 75 minutes each session, or once a week for 150 minutes. Condensed courses (same total hours of instruction but taught over fewer weeks) are also available. Two summer sessions offer courses varying in length from four to eight weeks. A winter session offers a limited number of intensive courses over a three-week period.

What is an incomplete grade?

Incomplete grades are exceptional marks that students earn after they attend the majority of a course and complete satisfactory work but, for circumstances beyond their control, are unable to complete a small portion of the course work. The instructor will provide students with incomplete forms stipulating work to be done by a certain date, usually by the fourth week of the following fall or spring semester.

How many hours are in a three credit course?

A three-credit lecture course may meet three days a week for 50 minutes each session, two days a week for 75 minutes each session, or once a week for 150 minutes. Condensed courses (same total hours of instruction but taught over fewer weeks) are also available.

When is the commencement in college?

An annual commencement is held at the end of the spring semester. Diplomas are awarded at the end of each semester and summer session. All students graduating during an academic year are eligible to participate in the spring commencement.

Is a student's cumulative record confidential?

Student Cumulative Records. Any past or present student cumulative record as maintained by the College is considered confidential, and access to the record is limited to the current student/College alum, or those persons who have legitimate requests for the information contained in the record.

Is semester the same as credit hours?

Note that credit hours and semester hours are one and the same when it comes to calculating GPA.

What is a Z course?

Z-courses are classes that do not require students to purchase a textbook. The textbook will be provided for free online. My experience with Z-courses has been wonderful. Not having to spend money on textbooks is considered a win.

Does Montgomery College offer a Z degree?

Montgomery College offers a General Studies Z-degree. The mission behind the General Studies Program is to provide a flexible degree path that promotes structured, intentionally sequenced decision-making and encourages self-exploration and discovery. The Z-course can be very beneficial to you in one way or another.

What is e-learning in Montgomery College?

The Office of E-Learning, Innovation and Teaching Excellence (ELITE) has administrative responsibility for the delivery of distance education courses and is committed to assisting faculty members in the use of contemporary technology applications and tools to enhance teaching and learning. ELITE supports and provides guidance to faculty who are interested in offering distance education courses. In some cases, faculty can receive equivalent semester hours (ESH) for developing courses for online delivery using Blackboard, the course management system used at Montgomery College. Faculty members using Blackboard are provided with pedagogical and technical training throughout the semester. For more information, please see the Blackboard explanation later in this section.

How to check midterm grades in a college?

If there is a Faculty Services tab, click on it and then click on Midterm Grades or Final Grades.

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• What’s Your Story: Conquer Composition and Navigate College
  This Learning Community is highly recommended for new students to Montgomery College. An interactive class, it will help you explore your career interests, identify your learning styles, and equip you with strategies for effective college-level writing and academic success. The courses …

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