How to transfer high school courses to Montgomery College?

I'm planning on attending Montgomery College after high school and heard I might be able to transfer some of my high school courses for college credit. How does this process work, and where should I start?

Transferring high school courses for college credit is generally a process of demonstrating that you've received advanced or dual enrollment education during high school that aligns with the curriculum at the college you're attending. Keep in mind that not all high school courses will be eligible for this.

At Montgomery College, you may be able to get credit if you took Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), or dual enrollment courses during high school.

Here's a broad overview of the process you might follow:

1. Review the Credit for Prior Learning Policy: Over on Montgomery College's official website, they have a section detailing their Credit for Prior Learning Policy. This will give you a basic understanding of the types of courses/test scores they may accept for transfer credit.

2. Collect Your Documents: Gather any relevant documents that can serve as evidence of your high school courses. This could include your high school transcripts, AP or IB test scores, or paperwork from a dual enrollment program.

3. Submit Transcripts and Test Scores: Send official transcripts showing your final grades for your dual enrollment courses and AP/IB test scores to Montgomery College’s Office of Records and Registration. Montgomery College will not accept an unofficial transcript or a grade from a high school transcript for dual enrollment courses. For AP exams, they'll only accept scores sent directly from the College Board, and for IB, they'll only accept official results sent directly from the International Baccalaureate Organization.

4. Review with an Advisor: Once your documents are submitted and reviewed, you might want to check in with an academic advisor at Montgomery College. They can help you understand how these transfer credits will apply to your degree program and what requirements they might fulfill.

5. Keep Track: Be sure to track the status of your transferred credit by checking your online student account. It may take a few weeks for the credits to be reflected in your account, depending on when you submit your documents.

If you have more specific questions about your situation, consider reaching out to Montgomery College's Admissions Office for guidance.