The Montgomery College academic calendar for 2026 operates across three semesters—Spring 2026 (beginning Monday, January 26, 2026), Summer 2026 (beginning Monday, May 26, 2026), and Fall 2026 (beginning Monday, August 31, 2026)—with classes offered at three campuses in Rockville, Germantown, and Takoma Park/Silver Spring, Maryland.
Montgomery College Maryland serves 55,000 students annually through a hybrid academic structure combining 15-week full-term semesters with accelerated 7-week sessions and 13-week classes.
The 2026 calendar includes specific registration deadlines, holiday closures, financial aid dates, and commencement ceremonies across all three Montgomery County campuses.
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Montgomery College Academic Calendar Spring 2026
Spring 2026 classes begin Monday, January 26, 2026, with the semester ending Friday, May 22, 2026.
The Spring 2026 semester operates across multiple session formats to accommodate 17,780 students enrolled at Montgomery College Maryland.
Full-term classes run 15 weeks while accelerated options include 13-week sessions starting Monday, February 9, 2026, and 7-week sessions beginning Monday, March 30, 2026.
Spring 2026 Registration and Application Deadlines
| Deadline Type | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Priority Registration | Monday, October 27, 2025 | Current students with priority status |
| General Registration | Monday, November 3, 2025 | Open to all eligible students |
| Priority Admissions Application | Monday, December 1, 2025 | Students new to college |
| Transcript Submission for Transfer Credit | Saturday, November 1, 2025 | Must reach Office of Records & Registration |
| Disability Support Services Request | Monday, December 1, 2025 | Required documentation deadline |
| Senior Citizen Tuition Waiver Begins | Thursday, January 22, 2026 | Available to eligible Maryland residents age 60+ |
Montgomery College Maryland accepts applications through multiple channels including the MyMC student portal and Workday Student system.
New international students holding F-1 or M-1 visas must apply for Form I-20 by Thursday, October 1, 2025, while students changing status from B-2 or F-2 to F-1 face a Monday, September 1, 2025 priority deadline.
Spring 2026 Important Academic Dates
Spring semester classes begin Monday, January 26, 2026 across all three Montgomery College campuses.
Weekend classes start Friday, January 31, 2026. Students must verify specific add/drop deadlines through their MyMC class schedule between Monday, January 26, 2026 and Saturday, January 31, 2026, as refund eligibility and withdrawal rules vary by course section and Part-of-Term designation.
| Academic Milestone | Date | Campus Applicability |
|---|---|---|
| Classes Begin | Monday, January 26, 2026 | Rockville, Germantown, Takoma Park/Silver Spring |
| Weekend Classes Begin | Friday, January 31, 2026 | All campuses |
| 13-Week Session Starts | Monday, February 9, 2026 | All campuses |
| Major Declaration/Update Deadline | Friday, February 6, 2026 | Required for degree-seeking students |
| Graduation Application Deadline | Sunday, February 15, 2026 | Spring 2026 commencement candidates |
| Midterm Exams | Monday, March 9 – Friday, March 13, 2026 | Schedule varies by instructor |
| Spring Break | Monday, March 16 – Sunday, March 22, 2026 | No classes for students or faculty |
| College Closed (Spring Break) | Friday, March 20 – Sunday, March 22, 2026 | Administrative offices closed |
| Midterm Grades Due | Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | Faculty submission deadline 11:59 PM |
| Seven Week Classes Begin | Monday, March 30, 2026 | Part-of-Term accelerated format |
| Final Exam Week | Monday, May 11 – Sunday, May 17, 2026 | See exam schedule matrix below |
| Final Grades Due | Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | Faculty submission deadline |
| Official End of Spring Semester | Friday, May 22, 2026 | Marks end of 2025-2026 academic year |
| Commencement Ceremonies | Thursday, May 21 – Friday, May 22, 2026 | Celebrating Spring 2026 graduates |
Montgomery College observes Monday, January 19, 2026 as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday with all campuses and administrative offices closed.
Montgomery College Spring 2026 Financial Aid Deadlines
Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by Sunday, March 1, 2026 to qualify for Maryland state scholarships.
Financial aid disbursements for Spring 2026 begin Thursday, February 19, 2026, with subsequent weekly disbursements every Thursday through Thursday, May 14, 2026. Students requesting Foster Care Waivers or disability waivers must submit FAFSA by Sunday, March 1, 2026.
| Financial Aid Category | Deadline | Processing Notes |
|---|---|---|
| FAFSA for State Scholarships | Sunday, March 1, 2026 | Maryland state aid eligibility cutoff |
| Dream Act Affidavit Submission | Friday, February 13, 2026 | Office of Records & Registration |
| Maryland Dream Act Paperwork (Priority) | Friday, January 9, 2026 | Earlier submission recommended |
| Health Workforce Shortage Forms | Friday, February 13, 2026 | Winter/Spring 2026 applicants |
| Disability Waiver Forms | Friday, February 13, 2026 | Requires FAFSA completion by March 1 |
| Loan Certification Deadline | Friday, May 1, 2026 | All required loan steps completed |
| SAP Appeal (Associate Degree) | Sunday, November 30, 2025 | Satisfactory Academic Progress review |
Spring 2026 book vouchers become available Tuesday, January 20, 2026 for in-person bookstore purchases through Friday, February 13, 2026.
Online book voucher purchases must be completed by Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Book vouchers process automatically for eligible students based on remaining financial aid after tuition and fee payment.
Spring 2026 Final Exam Schedule
Final exams occur Monday, May 11, 2026 through Sunday, May 17, 2026 based on regular class meeting day and start time.
Montgomery College Maryland assigns final exam times using a standardized matrix that matches regular class schedules. Students find their exam schedule by identifying the day(s) their class meets and the class start time, then locating the intersection point in the matrix below.
Example: A class meeting only on Monday beginning at 4:30 PM holds its final exam Monday, May 11, 2026 from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
| Class Start Time | Monday/Wednesday/Friday | Monday & Wednesday | Tuesday & Thursday | Monday Only | Tuesday Only | Wednesday Only | Thursday Only | Friday Only |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00-7:29 AM | May 15, 7-9 AM | May 15, 7-9 AM | May 15, 7-9 AM | May 15, 7-9 AM | May 15, 7-9 AM | May 15, 7-9 AM | May 15, 7-9 AM | May 15, 7-9 AM |
| 7:30-8:54 AM | May 11, 8-10 AM | May 11, 8-10 AM | May 12, 8-10 AM | May 11, 8-10 AM | May 12, 8-10 AM | May 13, 8-10 AM | May 14, 8-10 AM | May 15, 8-10 AM |
| 8:55-9:54 AM | May 13, 8-10 AM | May 13, 8-10 AM | May 14, 8-10 AM | May 11, 8-10 AM | May 12, 8-10 AM | May 13, 8-10 AM | May 14, 8-10 AM | May 15, 8-10 AM |
| 9:55-10:54 AM | May 11, 10:14 AM-12:14 PM | May 11, 10:14 AM-12:14 PM | May 12, 10:14 AM-12:14 PM | May 11, 10:14 AM-12:14 PM | May 12, 10:14 AM-12:14 PM | May 13, 10:14 AM-12:14 PM | May 14, 10:14 AM-12:14 PM | May 15, 10:14 AM-12:14 PM |
| 10:55-11:54 AM | May 13, 10:14 AM-12:14 PM | May 13, 10:14 AM-12:14 PM | May 14, 10:14 AM-12:14 PM | May 11, 10:14 AM-12:14 PM | May 12, 10:14 AM-12:14 PM | May 13, 10:14 AM-12:14 PM | May 14, 10:14 AM-12:14 PM | May 15, 10:14 AM-12:14 PM |
| 11:55 AM-12:54 PM | May 11, 12:30-2:30 PM | May 11, 12:30-2:30 PM | May 12, 12:30-2:30 PM | May 11, 12:30-2:30 PM | May 12, 12:30-2:30 PM | May 13, 12:30-2:30 PM | May 14, 12:30-2:30 PM | May 15, 12:30-2:30 PM |
| 12:55-1:54 PM | May 13, 12:30-2:30 PM | May 13, 12:30-2:30 PM | May 14, 12:30-2:30 PM | May 11, 12:30-2:30 PM | May 12, 12:30-2:30 PM | May 13, 12:30-2:30 PM | May 14, 12:30-2:30 PM | May 15, 12:30-2:30 PM |
| 1:55-2:54 PM | May 11, 2:45-4:45 PM | May 11, 2:45-4:45 PM | May 12, 2:45-4:45 PM | May 11, 2:45-4:45 PM | May 12, 2:45-4:45 PM | May 13, 2:45-4:45 PM | May 14, 2:45-4:45 PM | May 15, 2:45-4:45 PM |
| 2:55-4:29 PM | May 13, 2:45-4:45 PM | May 13, 2:45-4:45 PM | May 14, 2:45-4:45 PM | May 11, 2:45-4:45 PM | May 12, 2:45-4:45 PM | May 13, 2:45-4:45 PM | May 14, 2:45-4:45 PM | May 15, 2:45-4:45 PM |
| 4:30-5:59 PM | May 11, 5-7 PM | May 11, 5-7 PM | May 12, 5-7 PM | May 11, 5-7 PM | May 12, 5-7 PM | May 13, 5-7 PM | May 14, 5-7 PM | May 15, 5-7 PM |
| 6:00-7:19 PM | May 13, 7:14-9:14 PM | May 13, 7:14-9:14 PM | May 14, 7:14-9:14 PM | May 11, 7:14-9:14 PM | May 12, 7:14-9:14 PM | May 13, 7:14-9:14 PM | May 14, 7:14-9:14 PM | May 15, 7:14-9:14 PM |
| 7:20-9:29 PM | May 11, 7:14-9:14 PM | May 11, 7:14-9:14 PM | May 12, 7:14-9:14 PM | May 11, 7:14-9:14 PM | May 12, 7:14-9:14 PM | May 13, 7:14-9:14 PM | May 14, 7:14-9:14 PM | May 15, 7:14-9:14 PM |
Special Final Exam Exceptions:
- Part-of-Term 3 classes ending during final exam week hold exams on the last class meeting day with regular attendance during exam week.
- Classes with lecture and laboratory components follow the lecture time period for final exam scheduling.
- Saturday and Sunday classes meet at regular start times Saturday, May 16, 2026 and Sunday, May 17, 2026 for two-hour exam periods.
- CHEM 131 sections follow campus-specific schedules: Rockville day sections Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 2:45-4:45 PM; Rockville evening/Saturday sections Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 6:00-8:00 PM; Takoma Park day sections Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 2:45-4:45 PM; Takoma Park evening/Saturday sections Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 6:00-8:00 PM.
Spring 2026 Seven-Week Session Dates
Montgomery College offers accelerated 7-week classes beginning Monday, March 30, 2026 within the Spring 2026 semester.
Seven-week sessions compress standard coursework into intensive formats allowing students to complete courses faster. Students may enroll in both full-semester and 7-week courses simultaneously depending on program requirements and academic standing. Specific add/drop deadlines differ from full-semester courses and appear in MyMC student portals.
Montgomery College Academic Calendar Summer 2026
Summer 2026 registration begins Monday, April 6, 2026 with classes starting Monday, May 26, 2026.
Montgomery College Maryland operates three distinct summer sessions: Summer Session I (beginning Monday, May 26, 2026), Midsummer Session (beginning Monday, June 15, 2026), and Summer Session II (beginning Monday, July 6, 2026). The official summer academic period ends Friday, August 21, 2026.
Summer 2026 Registration and Key Dates
| Summer Session Milestone | Date | Session Applicability |
|---|---|---|
| Class Schedule Available | Monday, March 23, 2026 | All summer sessions viewable |
| Registration Opens | Monday, April 6, 2026 | Summer I, Midsummer, Summer II |
| Transcript Submission Deadline | Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Transfer credit evaluation |
| FAFSA Deadline (Disability Waivers) | Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Required for aid eligibility |
| Disability Support Services Request | Friday, May 1, 2026 | Summer I session only |
| Senior Citizen Waiver Begins (Summer I) | Thursday, May 21, 2026 | Age 60+ Maryland residents |
| Memorial Day Holiday (Closed) | Monday, May 25, 2026 | All campuses and offices |
| Summer Sessions Begin | Monday, May 26, 2026 | Official start of summer term |
| Summer I Classes Begin | Monday, May 26, 2026 | First session starts |
| Graduation Application Deadline | Monday, June 1, 2026 | Summer 2026 completion candidates |
| Major Declaration Deadline (Summer I) | Friday, June 5, 2026 | Required for degree programs |
| Midsummer Classes Begin | Monday, June 15, 2026 | Mid-length accelerated session |
| Juneteenth Holiday (Closed) | Friday, June 19, 2026 | Federal holiday observance |
| Senior Citizen Waiver Begins (Summer II) | Thursday, July 2, 2026 | Second session registration |
| Independence Day Holiday (Closed) | Friday, July 3, 2026 | Observed day before July 4 |
| Summer II Classes Begin | Monday, July 6, 2026 | Second session starts |
| Final Grades Due (Summer I) | Wednesday, July 8, 2026 | Faculty submission deadline |
| Major Declaration Deadline (Summer II) | Friday, July 17, 2026 | Second session students |
| Summer Sessions End | Friday, August 21, 2026 | Official conclusion all sessions |
| Final Grades Due (Summer II) | Wednesday, August 26, 2026 | Faculty submission deadline |
Summer 2026 book vouchers become available Monday, May 18, 2026 for in-person purchases through Friday, May 29, 2026. Online book voucher purchases must complete by Tuesday, May 26, 2026. The loan certification deadline for Summer 2026 falls on Thursday, August 7, 2026, requiring completion of all loan steps by this date.
Understanding Montgomery College’s Summer Session Structure
Montgomery College Maryland divides summer into three overlapping sessions accommodating different learning speeds and schedules. Summer Session I runs approximately 8 weeks, Midsummer Session operates as an intensive shorter format, and Summer Session II provides another 8-week option.
Students can take courses across multiple sessions to accelerate degree completion or fulfill prerequisite requirements before fall enrollment.
Montgomery College Academic Calendar Fall 2026
Fall 2026 priority registration begins Monday, April 27, 2026 with classes starting Monday, August 31, 2026.
The Fall 2026 semester represents the beginning of the 2026-2027 academic year at Montgomery College Maryland. Faculty professional week occurs Monday, August 24, 2026 before student classes commence. The semester officially ends Sunday, December 20, 2026 following final exams.
Fall 2026 Registration Timeline and Application Deadlines
| Deadline Category | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sciences Application | Sunday, March 1, 2026 | Competitive program deadline |
| Nursing/Health Science Application | Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | All health-related programs |
| Class Schedule Available | Monday, April 13, 2026 | Fall 2026 course listings published |
| Priority Registration Begins | Monday, April 27, 2026 | Current students with priority status |
| General Registration Opens | Monday, May 4, 2026 | All eligible students may register |
Montgomery College Maryland requires health science program applications months in advance due to competitive enrollment caps and clinical placement coordination. Students planning to enter nursing, radiologic technology, or other health professions programs must submit applications by designated deadlines to receive consideration for Fall 2026 admission.
Fall 2026 Semester Important Dates
Fall semester classes begin Monday, August 31, 2026 with first seven-week session starting simultaneously.
Montgomery College Maryland operates Fall 2026 with staggered start dates across different session formats. Weekend classes begin Saturday, September 12, 2026 and Sunday, September 13, 2026 depending on course scheduling.
The 13-week accelerated session starts Monday, September 14, 2026, while second seven-week classes begin Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
| Fall 2026 Milestone | Date | Campus Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Classes Begin | Monday, August 31, 2026 | Rockville, Germantown, Takoma Park/Silver Spring |
| First Seven-Week Session Begins | Monday, August 31, 2026 | Part-of-Term accelerated format |
| Labor Day Holiday (Closed) | Monday, September 7, 2026 | All campuses and offices |
| Weekend Classes Begin | Saturday, September 12 – Sunday, September 13, 2026 | Schedule varies by course |
| 13-Week Session Begins | Monday, September 14, 2026 | Mid-length term format |
| MC Day (No Classes) | Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | Non-instructional faculty duty day |
| Second Seven-Week Session Begins | Wednesday, October 28, 2026 | Part-of-Term accelerated format |
| Fall Break (Closed) | Wednesday, November 25 – Sunday, November 29, 2026 | Thanksgiving holiday closure |
| Final Exam Week | Monday, December 14 – Sunday, December 20, 2026 | Exam schedules posted by instructors |
| Official End of Fall Semester | Sunday, December 20, 2026 | Concludes Fall 2026 term |
| Non-Instructional Faculty Days | Monday, December 21 – Wednesday, December 23, 2026 | Students not on campus |
| Winter Break (Closed) | Wednesday, December 24, 2026 – Thursday, January 1, 2027 | Extended holiday closure |
MC Day on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 represents a non-instructional duty day for faculty. Students do not attend classes while faculty engage in professional development, curriculum planning, and administrative responsibilities. This date differs from standard holiday closures since faculty remain on duty.
Fall 2026 Financial Aid and Book Voucher Schedule
First Fall 2026 financial aid disbursement occurs Thursday, September 25, 2025 for students enrolled in Fall 2025 semester. Subsequent disbursements process weekly every Thursday through Thursday, December 11, 2025. Students must complete loan certification by Friday, December 5, 2025 to receive federal loan funding for Fall 2025.
Fall 2025 book vouchers become available in-person Monday, August 25, 2025 through Friday, September 19, 2025. Online book voucher purchases must complete by Tuesday, September 16, 2025. The Satisfactory Academic Progress appeal deadline for associate degree students falls on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, while certificate program students must submit appeals by Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Montgomery College Academic Calendar 2026: Understanding Part-of-Term Sessions
Montgomery College Maryland operates Part-of-Term sessions including 15-week full semesters, 13-week classes, and 7-week accelerated sessions.
Part-of-Term designations identify course length and start dates within standard semesters. Students accessing MyMC portals see course codes indicating session length: full 15-week terms, 13-week sessions starting after the semester begins, first 7-week sessions starting with the semester, and second 7-week sessions starting mid-semester.
Seven-Week Session Benefits and Structure
Seven-week accelerated courses compress standard 15-week content into intensive formats requiring approximately double the weekly time commitment. Students complete courses in half the time of traditional formats, allowing flexibility to:
- Fulfill prerequisites faster before subsequent course enrollment
- Accelerate degree completion by taking multiple 7-week sessions per semester
- Balance work schedules with shorter course commitments
- Focus intensively on challenging subjects without competing coursework
First seven-week sessions align with semester start dates (Monday, January 26, 2026 for Spring 2026; Monday, August 31, 2026 for Fall 2026). Second seven-week sessions begin mid-semester (Monday, March 30, 2026 for Spring 2026; Wednesday, October 28, 2026 for Fall 2026).
Thirteen-Week Session Scheduling
Thirteen-week classes begin after full-semester courses start, providing alternative scheduling for students with conflicts during the first weeks of the term. Spring 2026 thirteen-week classes begin Monday, February 9, 2026 (two weeks after the Monday, January 26, 2026 semester start). Fall 2026 thirteen-week classes begin Monday, September 14, 2026 (two weeks after the Monday, August 31, 2026 semester start).
Students selecting 13-week courses receive the same credit hours as 15-week equivalents but attend compressed schedules over a shorter timeframe. Add/drop deadlines, tuition refund policies, and withdrawal rules differ for 13-week sessions compared to full-semester courses.
Montgomery College Campus Locations and Contact Information
Montgomery College Maryland operates three campuses in Montgomery County: Rockville Campus at 51 Mannakee Street, Rockville, MD 20850; Germantown Campus at 20200 Observation Drive, Germantown, MD 20876; and Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus at 7600 Takoma Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912.
Rockville Campus
The Rockville Campus serves as Montgomery College Maryland’s largest location and administrative headquarters. Students access the Office of Records & Registration (Raptor Central) for academic calendar questions, transcript requests, and enrollment verification at 240-567-5000 or registrars@montgomerycollege.edu.
Germantown Campus
Located in upper Montgomery County, the Germantown Campus provides convenient access for students in northwestern Maryland. Campus-specific programs include specialized health sciences facilities and expanded parking options compared to the Rockville location.
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
The Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus serves students in southeastern Montgomery County with proximity to Washington D.C. Metro stations. This location offers specialized programs in arts, humanities, and social sciences alongside general education courses.
Academic Calendar Applicability Across Campuses
Montgomery College academic calendar dates apply uniformly across all three campuses. Registration deadlines, semester start dates, holiday closures, and final exam periods remain consistent regardless of campus enrollment. Students may take courses at multiple campuses within the same semester depending on course availability and personal scheduling preferences.
Montgomery College vs Montgomery County Public Schools Calendar 2026
Montgomery College Maryland operates as a community college with the academic calendar described above, while Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) operates a separate K-12 school system with different calendar dates.
Montgomery County Public Schools begins the 2026-2027 school year Monday, August 18, 2026, nearly two weeks before Montgomery College’s Monday, August 31, 2026 fall semester start. Parents and guardians searching for “Montgomery County 2026 calendar” should verify whether they need the community college schedule or the K-12 public school calendar.
MCPS serves approximately 160,000 students in elementary, middle, and high schools throughout Montgomery County, Maryland. Montgomery College serves 55,000 credit and noncredit students annually in post-secondary education programs. The two institutions operate independently despite serving the same geographic area.
How to Access the Montgomery College Academic Calendar Through MyMC and Workday
Students access personalized academic calendars through the MyMC portal and Workday Student system.
MyMC provides individual class schedules showing specific add/drop deadlines, withdrawal dates, and tuition refund eligibility periods based on enrolled courses. Students log into MyMC using their Montgomery College credentials to view:
- Individualized course schedules with meeting times and locations
- Specific deadlines for adding, dropping, or withdrawing from each course
- Tuition payment deadlines and refund eligibility windows
- Financial aid disbursement status and book voucher availability
- Final exam schedules once published by instructors
Workday Student integrates with MyMC for registration, grade viewing, and academic planning. The Workday system manages enrollment transactions, waitlist processing, and prerequisite verification during registration periods.
Montgomery College Academic Calendar 2026-2027 Fall Semester Planning
The Fall 2026 semester belongs to the 2026-2027 academic year, distinct from Spring 2026 which concludes the 2025-2026 academic year.
Students planning enrollment across calendar year 2026 must understand that “Montgomery College 2026 calendar” references two different academic years:
- Spring 2026 (January 26 – May 22, 2026): Concludes the 2025-2026 academic year
- Fall 2026 (August 31 – December 20, 2026): Begins the 2026-2027 academic year
Academic transcripts, financial aid awards, and degree progress tracking organize by academic year rather than calendar year. Students graduating in Spring 2026 receive diplomas dated 2026 despite beginning their final year in Fall 2025.
Montgomery College Commencement 2026 Dates
Montgomery College holds Spring 2026 commencement ceremonies Thursday, May 21, 2026 and Friday, May 22, 2026.
Graduation application deadlines require submission by Sunday, February 15, 2026 for Spring 2026 completion candidates and Monday, June 1, 2026 for Summer 2026 completion candidates. Students must apply for graduation even if all degree requirements complete, as diplomas do not automatically generate.
Commencement ceremonies occur after final grades submit and degree audits complete. Students completing requirements in Spring 2026 participate in May 2026 ceremonies, while Summer 2026 graduates typically join the following year’s commencement unless special arrangements occur.
Montgomery College Holiday Closures 2026
Montgomery College Maryland observes the following holidays with campus closures in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Academic Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | Monday, January 19, 2026 | Spring semester not yet started |
| Spring Break | Friday, March 20 – Sunday, March 22, 2026 | Offices closed (students/faculty off full week) |
| Memorial Day | Monday, May 25, 2026 | Day before Summer I session starts |
| Juneteenth | Friday, June 19, 2026 | During Summer I session |
| Independence Day (Observed) | Friday, July 3, 2026 | Between Summer I and Summer II sessions |
| Labor Day | Monday, September 7, 2026 | First week of Fall semester |
| Thanksgiving Break | Wednesday, November 25 – Sunday, November 29, 2026 | Extended closure during Fall semester |
| Winter Break | Wednesday, December 24, 2026 – Thursday, January 1, 2027 | After Fall semester ends |
Students must note that MC Day (Tuesday, October 20, 2026) cancels classes but does not close the college. Faculty remain on duty while students do not attend classes.
Transfer Student Calendar Considerations at Montgomery College Maryland
Montgomery College maintains articulation agreements with University of Maryland (UMD), University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC), and Universities at Shady Grove (USG) for seamless transfer pathways.
Transfer students must plan Montgomery College academic calendar dates around four-year institution application deadlines. University of Maryland typically requires transfer applications by March 1 for fall admission and October 1 for spring admission. Students completing associate degrees at Montgomery College should:
- Submit transcripts to Montgomery College by designated deadlines (Monday, November 1, 2025 for Spring 2026; Wednesday, April 1, 2026 for Summer 2026)
- Apply for graduation one semester before degree completion
- Request official transcripts sent to transfer institutions after final grades post
- Verify transfer credit acceptance through university articulation databases
Montgomery College ranks as the #1 community college in Maryland and #17 nationally according to WalletHub 2025 rankings, strengthening transfer student competitiveness for selective four-year programs.
Frequently Asked Questions Montgomery College Academic Calendar 2026
When does Montgomery College Spring 2026 start?
Spring 2026 classes begin Monday, January 26, 2026 at all three Montgomery College Maryland campuses.
What is Montgomery College spring break 2026?
Spring break occurs Monday, March 16, 2026 through Sunday, March 22, 2026 with offices closed Friday, March 20 through Sunday, March 22, 2026.
When is Montgomery College Fall 2026 registration?
Fall 2026 priority registration begins Monday, April 27, 2026 with general registration opening Monday, May 4, 2026.
Does Montgomery College have 7-week classes?
Montgomery College offers accelerated 7-week sessions within standard semesters, with first sessions starting with the semester and second sessions beginning mid-semester.
When is Montgomery College closed for Labor Day 2026?
Montgomery College observes Labor Day closure on Monday, September 7, 2026.
What is the difference between Montgomery College and Montgomery County Public Schools?
Montgomery College operates as a community college serving post-secondary students, while Montgomery County Public Schools operates K-12 education with different calendar dates.
How do I find my specific class deadlines at Montgomery College?
Students access personalized add/drop/withdrawal deadlines through MyMC class schedules, as dates vary by Part-of-Term designation.
When is Montgomery College graduation 2026?
Spring 2026 commencement ceremonies occur Thursday, May 21, 2026 and Friday, May 22, 2026.
What is MC Day at Montgomery College?
MC Day (Tuesday, October 20, 2026) designates a non-instructional duty day when students do not attend classes but faculty remain on duty.
How many students attend Montgomery College Maryland?
Montgomery College serves approximately 55,000 credit and noncredit students annually with 17,780 enrolled in degree and certificate programs.
The Montgomery College academic calendar for 2026 provides structured semester schedules accommodating diverse student needs through full-term, 13-week, and 7-week session formats across three Maryland campuses in Rockville, Germantown, and Takoma Park/Silver Spring. For more on the Montgomery College academic calendar 2026, visit the Montgomery College Calendar Website.
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