Carroll Community College

Q. What should I do to enroll at Carroll?

The first step is to complete 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 official transcripts be sent to Carroll. Refer to our Start Taking Credit Classes page for more 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 - using Placement Tests .

Q. Can I be exempt from placement testing?

Refer to the Placement Testing FAQ page.

Q. What happens if I fail the placement test?

Refer to the Placement Testing FAQ page.

Q. Where do I go for placement tests?

Refer to the Placement Testing FAQ page.

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

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

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

We will evaluate any class(es) you have taken at other institutions for their compatibility with Carroll's curriculum. For your class(es) to be evaluated, you need to contact your previous schools and have official transcripts sent to Carroll. After we have received transcripts from all your previous institutions, your transcripts are evaluated and the classes are 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 Advising and Tranfer Center is open Monday-Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Friday 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Q. When should I register for classes?

You should register as soon as you are able. 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, you may use WebAdvisor to search for available classes because a login is not required for that function. You may register for classes through WebAdvisor after your first semester assuming you are in good academic standing. See the WebAdvisor tutorial for a guide to registrater online.

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. For additional details, refer to Carroll's Refund Policy .

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 Schedule outlines 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.

Q. What is the FACTS plan?

The FACTS plan is a payment plan set-up through the business office that allows you to pay for your classes in installments. There is a $25 fee to enroll in the FACTS plan.

Q. What is General Education?

General Education classes are the classes that are part of the "well-rounded, liberal arts education". They are the classes you need to take regardless of your declaired major - Math, English, Arts and Humanities, etc. These classes easily transfer to four-year institutions.

Q. How do I choose a major?

Our Director of Career Development, Barbara Gregory, helps students pick a major, choose a prospective career path and find a job. Arrange an appointment by e-mailing bgregory@carrollcc.edu or calling 410-386-8523.

Q. How do I change my major?

If you want to change your major, you need to visit the Advising and Transfer Center and meet with an advisor to complete 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 Advising and Transfer Center and pick-up a curriculum sheet or use the WebAdvisor Degree Audit , which will tell you which classes you have completed and still need to complete towards your current program of study.

Q. How do I know what classes to take?

Check your degree audit, which is your personalized program plan. If you are still unsure, the academic advisors are always happy to assist you.

Q. Are there any courses 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?

The statewide computerized articulation system, ARTSYS, 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. Refer to 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?

First, seek your professor's advice regarding the difficulty you are experiencing. Free tutoring is available for various academic areas in the Academic Center, room L288. If your difficulty is putting your grade in jeopardy, we recommend you withdraw from the course in the time-frame allotted. Also, consider enrolling in COL 100 - College Success. College Success provides you with the necessary tools to be successful in the classroom and in your future educational pursuits. Learn more about Carroll's First Year Success Program.

Q. How do I apply for graduation?

Visit the Advising and Transfer Center , room A102, and meet with an advisor to complete a graduation application.

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. Visit the  Advising and Transfer Center, room A102, and complete a graduation application.