Carroll Community College

Q. What should I do to enroll at Carroll Community College?

The first step is to fill out an enrollment application. You can either download the application or pick one up from our office.

If you have taken credit classes at another institution, your next step is to contact all your prior schools and request transcripts be sent to Carroll. Please see the this page for details.

Q. What are placement tests?

Before you can register for classes we need to assess your knowledge in three major areas, Math, Reading and Writing. This is done using Placement tests .

Q. Can I be exempt from placement testing?

Please see our Placement Testing FAQ.Q. Is there an application fee?

Please see our Placement Testing FAQ.

Q. What happens if I fail the placement test?

Please see our Placement Testing FAQ.

Q. Where do I go for placement tests?

Please see our Placement Testing FAQ .

Q. What should I expect at a First Advising Session?

Please see the First Advising Session page for information about what to expect, and who is required to attend a First Advising session.

Q. What do I do if I have taken courses at another college that I would like to have apply to my degree at Carroll?

We would be happy to evaluate any classes you have taken at other institutions for their compatibility with Carroll's curriculum. In order to have your classes evaluated you will need to contact your previous schools and have transcripts sent to Carroll. After we have received transcripts from all your previous institutions your transcripts will be evaluated and the classes will be added to your record at Carroll. If you have a transcript documenting the successful completion of at least twelve academic credits (four courses), you are not required to attend a First Advising Session.

Q.  Do I need an appointment to see an advisor?

No, the office operates on a walk-in basis. No appointments are necessary except for your initial First Advising Session as a new student.

Q. What are your office hours?

The Admissions, Advising, and Counseling Office  is open Monday-Thursday 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m. and Friday 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Q. When should I register for classes?

You should register as soon as you are able to. For the best course selection, register early.

Q. When is the latest I can enroll at the college?

We accept registration up through the first day of class; however, the sooner you register, the better the selection.

Q. Can I register online?

We require that first semester students meet with an advisor before registering. You are not eligible to register online your first semester at Carroll.

However, we encourage you to use WebAdvisor to register for classes after your first semester.

Q. How many credits do I need to be full-time?

You need 12 billable hours to be considered full-time.

Q. What are billable hours?

Billable hours are the number of hours you are in class per week. Your tuition is calculated using billable hours.

Q. Can I drop and add classes after the semester begins?

Once classes start, there is a short add/drop period where you can drop classes and receive a 100% refund. Please see the Refund Policy page for full information.

After that initial period, you have the option to withdraw from a class with a "W" grade until a designated date. This date falls about eight weeks into the semester. There is no refund after the initial drop/add period. The Credit Class Schedules page and the printed schedule booklets outline the dates for each semester.

Q. How do I apply for Financial Aid?

The deadlines for federal aid are early, so contact the Financial Aid office at 410-386-8437 as soon as possible. See the Financial Aid section of our web site for more information.

Q. What is the FACTS plan?

The FACTS plan is a payment plan set up through the business office, it allows you to break up your bill and pay for your classes in installments. There is a $25 fee to enroll in the FACTS plan. See the FACTS Deferred Payment Plan page for more information.

Q. What is General Education?

General education classes are the classes that are part of the "well-rounded, liberal arts education". In other words, the classes you need to take no matter what your major is, Math, English, Humanities, Speech, etc. These are also classes that usually transfer easily to four- year institutions.

Q. How do I choose a major program of study?

Our Career Counselor Barbara Gregory is available to help students in picking a major, choosing a prospective career path, and even finding a job. Feel free to contact her at bgregory@carrollcc.edu or call 410-386-8523 to set up an appointment.

Q. How do I change my major program of study?

If you want to change your major, you will need to come in to the Admissions, Advising, and Counseling Office and meet with an advisor to fill out a change of curriculum form.

Q. How can I find my graduation requirements?

The graduation requirements are in the catalog you received in your First Advising Session .

If you no longer have this catalog you can either stop by the Admissions, Advising, and Counseling Office and pick up a curriculum sheet, or use the WebAdvisor Degree Audit , which will tell you which class you have completed and still need to complete towards your current program of study.

Q. How do I know what classes to take?

You can check your curriculum sheet, and if you are still unsure the academic advisors are always happy to assist you.

Q. Are there some courses that I must take that will not count towards my degree?

Depending on the results of your placement exams, you may be required to  take transitional courses. These courses are designed to help you build a solid academic foundation in English, Reading and Math. Most of the transitional credits do not count towards your degree, however MAT 099 and READ101 will apply three credits each in the elective area towards your degree.

Q. How do I know what classes from Carroll will transfer to a four-year college or university?

There is a statewide computerized articulation system called ARTSYS which outlines course requirements at the community colleges for transfer programs at pubic and private four-year colleges throughout the state of Maryland. If you are transferring out of state, it is best to contact the admissions office at your transfer destination to obtain advising on course selection at Carroll. The web address for ARTSYS is:  http://artweb.usmd.edu/

Please see the Transferring From Carroll page for more information.

Q. If I haven't taken courses for several semesters, do the credits I previously earned still count towards my degree?

Absolutely! The exception is in the case of nursing students, who may need to re-take science courses that have been taken five years ago or longer.

Q. What can I do if I am experiencing difficulty in my classes?

The first recommendation is to speak with your professor regarding the difficulty you are having. See what he or she advises. There is free tutoring available in the Academic Center, room L288, for students who need assistance in various academic areas. If your difficulty is putting your grade in jeopardy, then we recommend you withdraw from the course in the time-frame allotted. We highly recommend a course to all students called COL 100 - College Success. COL 100 is a course designed to give you the necessary tools to be successful in the classroom and in your future educational pursuits. More information about COL100.

Q. How do I apply for graduation?

Come visit us in the Admissions, Advising, and Counseling Office , room A102, and meet with an advisor to fill out an application for graduation.

Q. When do I need to apply for graduation?

When you register for your last semester of classes here at Carroll, it is time to start considering applying for graduation. Come to Admissions, Advising, and Counseling Office , room A102, and fill out an application for graduation.