Montgomery Scholars Program

MONTGOMERY SCHOLARS APPLICATION GENERAL INSTRuCTIONS Montgomery Scholars Program c/o Office of Admissions and Enrollment Management Montgomery College 51 Mannakee Street Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-567-5039 www.montgomerycollege.edu All candidates applying to be considered for Montgomery College s Montgomery Scholars program must submit a Montgomery Scholars Application for Admission, along with a $25 application fee (one time, nonrefundable). In addition, the following documents must be submitted by January 14: Official high school transcript required Official college entrance exam scores: either the New Scholastic Aptitude Test I (New SAT I) or the American College Testing Program (ACT) scores required Placement testing, if applicable required (see instructions) Two letters of recommendation required Information about extracurricular interests (including resume) required Essay submitted with application required Official Advanced Placement, SAT II, or TOEFL scores optional but recommended, if applicable Please arrange for all application materials to be mailed to the following address: Montgomery Scholars Program c/o Office of Admissions and Enrollment Management Montgomery College 51 Mannakee Street Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-567-5039 TTY 240-567-9672 Please note: It is important to use the enclosed envelopes to mail your Montgomery Scholars application materials, or send your materials directly to the address above exactly as written. APPLICATION CALENDAR JANuARy 14 Complete admission and scholarship application materials must be submitted. MARCH 1 If applying for financial aid, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) should be completed. Please contact the Financial Aid Office for further information. MARCH 31 Notification date for decisions on the Montgomery Scholars program applications MAy 1 Reply date for accepted Montgomery Scholars applicants

MONTGOMERY SCHOLARS ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION General Information and Instructions This application should only be completed by students who wish to be considered for the Montgomery Scholars Honors program. Students applying for general admission to Montgomery College should complete a regular application for admission. Please contact the Office of Admissions at 240-567-5039 to request a regular admissions application. Students who complete the Montgomery Scholars application do not need to complete a regular application for admission. In the event that a student is not accepted into the Montgomery Scholars program, information submitted on the Scholars application will be used to offer students regular admission to Montgomery College. Applications are due by January 14, 2011. Late submission of any required supporting materials may adversely affect consideration of your application. We will accept application materials postmarked by January 14. Applications for fall 2011 will only be considered for students who are currently enrolled in their final year of high school and who will be completing high school graduation requirements by August 2011. Applications will not be considered for students who graduated from high school prior to May/June 2011. Priority for the Montgomery Scholars program and Montgomery Scholars scholarships will be given to residents of Montgomery County. The selection committee will evaluate the Montgomery College transcript and records of high school seniors who currently attend or have previously attended Montgomery College. Applicants who are not United States citizens should submit a copy of both sides of your Permanent Resident card or Visa and I-94. Contact the Office of Admissions at 240-567-5039 for further information. If a student selected for the Montgomery Scholars Program for fall 2011 will not turn 18 years old by July 1, 2012, that student will not be able to attend the Cambridge International Summer School at the end of his or her freshman year in the Scholars program. This is due to restrictions set by the University of Cambridge. Pending funding, the student may attend Cambridge at the end of his or her sophomore year in the Montgomery Scholars program, if the student will turn 18 years old by July 1, 2013, and is in good academic standing. Contact 240-567-5039 for more information. Ability to participate in the International Summer School program at the University of Cambridge is also dependent on visa status. Application Fees Applicants may be eligible for a waiver of the application fee in cases of documented hardship. In addition, students who are designated as Maryland Distinguished Scholar, National Achievement, National Hispanic Recognition, and National Merit recipients (Finalist, Semifinalist, Honorable Mention, and Commended categories) may be eligible for an application fee waiver. Please include a copy of your certificate with your application for admission in order to receive a fee waiver. Contact the Office of Admissions at 240-567-5039 for additional information. Applicants who previously applied to Montgomery College do not need to pay the $25 application fee. Please do not send cash. Standardized Test Scores Applicants should submit official copies of their standardized test scores directly from the testing agency. Failure to send official test scores may adversely affect consideration for the program. The New SAT I Code for Montgomery College (Rockville Campus) is 5440. The ACT Code is 1723. Students should submit their official New SAT I or ACT test results from all test dates. Please do not send test scores to the Germantown or Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus if you plan to apply to the Scholars program. The selection committee will review test scores from the New SAT I, including the writing section. The committee will consider an applicant s highest scores for each of the three sections of the New SAT I (Critical Reading, Math, and Writing) from any test administration date. Applicants for the Scholars program should take the New SAT I or ACT no later than December, 2010. Test results for the SAT I taken prior to March, 2010 will be acceptable, if applicable. It is highly recommended that students submit Advanced Placement (AP), TOEFL, and SAT II scores, if applicable. Deadline: January 14, 2011

Placement Testing Montgomery College requires all new degree-seeking students to undergo placement testing in English, reading, and math prior to enrollment at the College. In keeping with Montgomery College requirements, any prospective Montgomery College student should take the appropriate college placement test (Accuplacer or ESL-Accuplacer/ LOEP) for English, Reading and Math if the student falls below the following levels: New SAT I, Critical Reading or Math score below 550 ACT composite score below 24 TOEFL score below 575 (paper), 231 computerized or 90 ibt Applicants to the Scholars program with standardized test scores below these levels should make arrangements to take the appropriate placement test. It is recommended that Scholars applicants take the appropriate placement test prior to February 15, 2011. Applicants must place on college level in reading and English to be considered for admission into the Scholars program. Please contact the Office of Admissions at 240-567-5039 for additional information regarding the College placement test process. First Semester Grades Submission of first semester senior year grades is optional, but strongly recommended. For best consideration, first semester grades should be sent to the Office of Admissions-Rockville Campus no later than March 1. Letters of Recommendation Only two letters of recommendation are required, although applicants may submit up to four letters. Recommendations will be accepted from teachers, counselors, employers, Montgomery College faculty, coaches, internship coordinators, etc. Financial Aid and Scholarships For those who may be interested in applying for federal and state financial aid, please be aware that the financial aid process is separate and in addition to the admission and scholarship application process. Please contact the Financial Aid Office at 240-567-5100 for more information. Students selected for the Montgomery Scholars program for the fall 2011 semester will be offered two-year (four academic semesters), full-tuition (15 credit hours per semester at the in-county rate) merit scholarships. Pending funding, these merit scholarships will also include expenses associated with attending the University of Cambridge summer program (summer, 2012), which would include the cost of round-trip airfare with the group, room and board, and tuition. Montgomery College offers several scholarship programs. Applicants not selected for the Montgomery Scholars program may be considered for other meritbased scholarships at Montgomery College (such as the Board of Trustees Academic Specialty scholarship). TRANSFER ASSOCIATE OF ARTS OR ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAMS Arts and Sciences 003 Art 060 Art Education 059 Art History 062 Studio Art Business 006 Business 149 International Business 606 Computer Gaming and Simulation Computer Science 107 Computer Science 109 Information Systems Education 601 Teacher Education Transfer Program Engineering Science 408 Aerospace Engineering 411A Bioengineering 406 Chemical Engineering 407 Civil Engineering 409 Computer Engineering 402 Electrical Engineering 403 Fire Protection Engineering 410 General Engineering 413 Materials Science and Engineering 404 Mechanical Engineering 405 Nuclear Engineering 129 General Studies 129A Biological Sciences 129B Chemistry 129C Economics 129D English and Literature 129E Foreign Languages and Literature 129F History/Political Science 129G Mathematics 129H Philosophy 129J Physical Sciences 129K Psychology 129L Sociology/Anthropology 129N Undecided Health Enhancement and Exercise Science 600A Aging Studies 157 Exercise Science/Health Fitness Leadership 157A Exercise Science/Health Fitness Specialist 186 Health Education 159 Physical Education Teacher Preparation/Coaching 102 Interior Design Liberal Arts and Science 045 Arts 412D Chemistry and Biochemistry 412E Enviornmental Science and Policy 152 International Studies 412A Life Sciences ** 412B Mathematics 054 Music* 412C Physics Theatre 128 Dance 011 Performance 014 Technical *Refer to the Montgomery College Catalog and the Admissions Office for specific admissions requirements for these programs. **Life Science includes such majors as premedicine, pre-pharmacy and pre-dentistry. Refer to the Montgomery College Catalog for additional information. Please contact the Admissions Office at 240-567-5039 for more information if you are interested in other Montgomery College degree programs.

MONTGOMERY SCHOLARS APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION Montgomery Scholars Program 240-567-5039 www.montgomerycollege.edu Deadline: January 14, 2011

MONTGOMERY SCHOLARS APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION Montgomery Scholars Program 240-567-5039 www.montgomerycollege.edu

MONTGOMERY SCHOLARS HIGH SCHOOL PERFORMANCE PROFILE Montgomery Scholars Program c/o Office of Admissions and Enrollment Management Montgomery College 51 Mannakee Street Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-567-5039 www.montgomerycollege.edu This report is to be completed by the student. Official high school transcripts and standardized test scores must be submitted by January 14. In addition, you also should submit a more detailed resume of activities. Students with a special interest in art, poetry, photography, or other areas may wish to submit a brief portfolio of samples of their work. Students interested in music may include a tape or CD. Any supporting materials included with the application will not be returned to the student. Please contact the Office of Admissions at 240-567-5039 by January 14 for questions related to submission of supporting materials. (Please print or type.) I. BACKGROuND Student Name Nickname Address E-mail address (optional) Name of High School Graduation Date Please submit your OFFICIAL high school transcript. II. ACADEMIC HONORS Please briefly describe any academic distinctions, honors, or awards you have received, starting in the ninth grade: III. STANDARDIZED TEST INFORMATION Applicants are required to submit the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT code 5440) or the American College Test (ACT code 1723) to the Rockville Campus Office of Admissions. Submission of official TOEFL (ibt) and SAT II scores is optional but highly recommended, if applicable. Which standardized tests did you take? (check all that apply) q SAT q ACT q TOEFL If you took the SAT: Was your highest critical reading score 550 or higher? q Yes q No If you took the ACT: Was your composite score 24 or higher? q Yes q No If you took the TOEFL: Was your ibt score 90 or higher? q Yes q No Scholars applicants with SAT critical reading scores below 550 (or ACT below 24 or TOEFL below 90) should make arrangements to take the appropriate Montgomery College placement test. Please refer to the Scholars application instructions for more information. What dates did you take the SAT or ACT? Did you have your official test scores sent to the Rockville Campus Office of Admissions? q Yes q No Deadline: January 14, 2011

Student s Name: III. STANDARDIZED TEST INFORMATION (cont.) Please indicate below any Advanced Placement Exams that you have taken or plan to take and the scores of the exams you took in your junior year. Please submit any official test scores to the Montgomery College Admissions Office, Rockville Campus. AP Exam Subject Date Score IV. EXTRACuRRICuLAR AND COMMuNITy SERVICE ACTIVITIES Please list your primary extracurricular, community service, athletic, or artistic activities. In addition, you may wish to submit a more detailed resume of activities. Please label additional pages with your full name. Activity Grade level Brief description of involvement V. WORK EXPERIENCE List any employment (including summer jobs) you have held in the past three years. Position and employer Date of employment Description of duties VI. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please provide any additional information on a separate sheet of paper regarding your background and experiences that may assist the committee in the review of your application. you may enclose attachments if necessary.

MONTGOMERY SCHOLARS PERSONAL ESSAY Montgomery Scholars Program c/o Office of Admissions and Enrollment Management Montgomery College 51 Mannakee Street Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-567-5039 www.montgomerycollege.edu your responses to the following essay questions are an important component in the review of your Montgomery Scholars application. The essay provides an opportunity for you to demonstrate the clarity, originality, and organization of your writing. your essays should be submitted on separate sheets of paper (typed). Please include your full name and essay title on each page. PART ONE: Statement of Interest The Montgomery Scholars Program includes a scholarship, a study-travel experience, and interdisciplinary teaching with a global perspective. Choose two of these features and explain why they appeal to you (approximately 150 200 words). PART TWO: Essay Response Select one of the following essay questions (approximately 500 words.) 1) Dorothy Day said: No one has the right to sit down and feel hopeless. There s too much work to do. Reflect on these words and answer the following questions: What is the work to be done for your generation, and what impact does this have on your future as a student, as a member of the community, and as a potential leader? 2) Imagine waking up one school day to find you had no access to technology of any sort (cars, buses, cell phones, iphones, computers, electric toasters anything) but school has not been cancelled and it is the day of a very important exam. Describe your day. 3) If you could make your home anywhere in the world and have any occupation, where would you live, what would you do, and why? Deadline: January 14, 2011

MONTGOMERY SCHOLARS COuNSELOR/ TEACHER RECOMMENDATION Montgomery Scholars Program c/o Office of Admissions and Enrollment Management Montgomery College 51 Mannakee Street Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-567-5039 www.montgomerycollege.edu Instructions for Applicants This recommendation form must be completed by a high school counselor or teacher who can attest to your academic performance and personal character. Please complete the top portion and provide a Montgomery Scholars business reply envelope for the teacher or counselor to use to return this recommendation form. Student s Name Student s Address Student s Home Telephone Number High School Counselor/Teacher s Name Subject Taught Instructions for Teacher/Counselor Please complete the assessment chart below. In addition, on a separate sheet of paper, please provide insight on the academic abilities, special talents, and personal character of the applicant. We welcome any information you can provide that will assist the selection committee in distinguishing this applicant from others. If you have concerns about how to verify or expedite receipt of your recommendation, please contact the Office of Admissions at 240-567-5039. Thank you for your assistance. Excellent Truly No basis Below Above (top 10%, but outstanding for evaluation average Average average not 2 or 3%) (top 2 or 3%) Intellectual Curiosity m m m m m m Initiative m m m m m m Academic Motivation m m m m m m Creativity m m m m m m Reaction to Setbacks m m m m m m Leadership m m m m m m Maturity m m m m m m Self-Discipline m m m m m m Self-Confidence m m m m m m Integrity m m m m m m Overall Assessment m m m m m m Signature Date Deadline: January 14, 2011

MONTGOMERY SCHOLARS APPLICATION CHECKLIST Montgomery Scholars Program c/o Office of Admissions and Enrollment Management Montgomery College 51 Mannakee Street Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-567-5039 www.montgomerycollege.edu For student use. Please do not submit with application. q q q q q q q q Application for Admission Official High School Transcript Official Standardized Test Scores (SAT or ACT) Personal Essay Two (2) Counselor/Teacher Recommendation Forms I gave the first form to: (Name of Counselor/Teacher) I gave the second form to: (Name of Counselor/Teacher) $25 Application Fee Official Advanced Placement, TOEFL, or SAT II Scores (optional) Placement Testing Completed. Date DEADLINE: January 14 Please have all documents sent to: Montgomery Scholars Program c/o Office of Admissions and Enrollment Management Montgomery College 51 Mannakee Street Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-567-5039

Montgomery Scholars Program Please contact Maria Adams Davidson for specific questions related to the Montgomery Scholars Program admissions process: maria.adams@montgomerycollege.edu or 240-567-5039. For questions about the academic content of the program, please contact Dr. Mary T. Furgol: mary.furgol@montgomerycollege.edu or 240-567-7285. www.montgomerycollege.edu/admissions/mcscholars