Carroll Community College

2010/2011 Upcoming On Campus Events

First Day of Fall Classes

Monday, Aug. 30

Drop In Open House Dates

Thursday, Sept. 30, 6 - 8 p.m.

Wednesday, May 11, 6 - 8 p.m.

Discover how to begin your education and career at Carroll!

• Explore academic programs
• Consider earning a degree and transferring to a four-year institution - better learning support at  half the cost
• Learn about Adult Education programs (GED, EDP and ESOL)
• Speak with Business Employment Recourse Center (BERC) representatives

Drop in from 6 – 8 p.m. to speak with faculty and staff about credit and non-credit options.

• Visit information tables - faculty will be available to answer your questions regarding majors, jobs, etc. Make sure to ask!
• Tour the college - feeling comfortable on a college campus is one of the most important factors when attending a college. We highly recommended that you tour the college prior to enrolling!

Attend Information Sessions

• Credit Admissions & Financial Aid – how to get started - offered at 6:15 and 7:15 p.m. 
• Hill Scholars Honors program – selective admissions process at 7 p.m.

To register, send an e-mail to  openhouse@carrollcc.edu or call 410-386-8430.

Priority Registration for New Students Winter/Spring

New students can begin to register in person on Thursday, Nov. 4.

Hill Scholars Information Night

Tuesday, Nov. 9, 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Learn about our selective admission, honors cohort program, for first-year college students. It's made up of honors courses linked by a common theme, seminars, and extra-curricular enrichment opportunities. We invite applications from high school's and homeschool's highest achieving students, as well as motivated non-traditional students. Please join us for additional program details on Tuesday, Nov. 9 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. RSVP by calling 410-386-8430 or e-mail hillscholars@carrollcc.edu.

Concurrent Information Session

Wednesday, Nov. 17, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Learn how to earn college credit during your senior year of high school. If you are an academically strong student, you may be approved to attend college courses while still completing high school requirements. During this session, we will explain your options, the process and how to get started! Join us on Thursday, Nov. 17 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. for details. RSVP by calling 410.386.8430 or e-mail admissions@carrollcc.edu.

Financial Aid Workshops

Tuesday, Dec. 14, 7 - 9 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 1, 7 - 9 p.m.

Carroll is offering free financial aid workshops on  Dec. 14 and Feb. 1 from 7 to 9 p.m. Each workshop provides  information on federal, state, institutional and private sources of student financial aid, as well as the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

If you plan to attend the workshop, call the Financial Aid Office at 410-386-8437 or send an e-mail to FinancialAid@carrollcc.edu. Include the names of the attendees, the student's name even if she/he student will not be attending, and a telephone number. We highly encourage potential students to attend with at least one parent.

High School Test Dates for Juniors:

Note all test dates listed below are early dismissal dates for CCPS.

Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. (most Saturdays are available)
Monday, Nov. 8, at 1:30 and 6 p.m.
Monday, Nov. 15, at 1:30 and 6 p.m.
Monday, Jan. 31, at 1 and 6 p.m.
For 11th graders considering Concurrent Enrollment during their senior year, testing early is important. This provides critical information that assists you and your high school counselor with scheduling both high school and college classes.

First Day of Spring Classes

Monday, Jan. 31

Presidents' Day Open House

Monday, Feb. 21

Check in: 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m.

Program: 1 - 4 p.m.

Join us for this special program for high school students and parents. This is a structured program where you will rotate through several important sessions. This Open House covers much of the basic information that both students and parents need to consider during the transition from high school to college, regardless of the college being attended. 

The program includes: 

• Welcome & Career Awareness Activity 
• What to expect - life in and outside of the classroom
• Admissions & Financial Aid Information - what you need to know to get started
• Transfer - learn out about the advantages to earning your associates degree prior to transferring to a four year institution
• Explore major/program options in the Great Hall - tables staffed by faculty from each department
• Tour the college - it is critical to tour the college that you are considering attending to get a sense of the environment and if it feels right for you!

Campus Tours

Tuesdays at 6 p.m. or by appointment

Registration is not required for Tuesday tours. Check-in at the Admissions Office in A101. We are located just inside the main entrance of the college, the first office on your right as you enter. A Student Ambassador will be waiting to lead the tour. Tours leave promptly at the time listed above and last 30-45 minutes. 

We are happy to arrange individual or group tours at your convenience. Send an e-mail to admissions@carrollcc.edu if you would like to schedule an individual tour at another time.