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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.

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 Grade 11 Grade 12

Career Advising

Summer Enrichment & Preparation
Honors English 9 Honors English 10

AP English Language & Composition

 AP English Literature & Composition
Algebra 1 or Higher Geometry or Higher Algebra II or Higher MATH 110 or Higher
9th Grade Science (Honors Biology, Chemistry or Physics) 10th Grade Science (Honors Biology, Chemistry or Physics) AP Biology or AP Chemistry Montgomery College Core Courses
AP US History AP US Government (NSL) AP World History Selected Montgomery College Electives
World Language World Language   Montgomery College Electives
Physical Education Elective AP Psychology

SOCY 100 (S1)

ART 200 (S2)

  
Technology Elective

Health A (S1)

MUSIC 117 (S2) 

COMM 108 (S1)

Health B (S2)

  

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.