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Early College Access Online
at QOHS
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Benefits:
– Extends the existing high school curricula
– Allows seniors to earn college credits during
their school day.
– You have access to courses you may not
otherwise be able to take.
– Seniors can experience college life as it is
experienced by other MC students.
– You have full access to all MC supports such
as the reading/writing lab, library and IT
support.
 Library and Information Services
 The Effective Writing Center
 WebTycho Technical Support
Admission & Registration
Requirements
Students must meet the MC early placement
requirements for admission:
– A completed admission application
– a cumulative grade-point average of at least
3.0 (Juniors) or 2.75 (Seniors) in high school
academic subjects.
– A 550+ on each part of the SAT or take the
Accuplacer Test , administered at QOHS
– Written permission from your school counselor
DS102
STUDY HABITS DEVELOPMENT
DS103
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
DS106
SUCCESS GROUP
DS107
FIRST YEAR SEMINAR
ED119
INTRO TO EARLY CHILDHOOD EDU
ED120
CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
ED206
PRIN OF EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENT
EN101
TECH OF RDNG & WRTG I
EN102
EN105
EN109
EN125
EN190
EN202
EN202HM
EN213
EN213HM
EN214
Courses Offered
PY203
HUMAN GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT
PY207
PSYCHOLOGY OF WOMEN
PY211
SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
PY215
CHILD PSYCHOLOGY
PY216
ADOLESCENT PSYCHOLOGY
PY221
INTRO TO ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
PY227
EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
RD238
METHODS OF TEACHING READING I
SO101
INTRO TO SOCIOLOGY
SO105
SOCIAL PROB & ISSUES
SO107
CRIMINOLOGY
SO108
WOMEN & MEN IN AMER SOCTY
SO206
SOC OF PERSONALITY
SO208
RACE AND ETHNIC RELATIONS
SO210
AGING IN AMERICA
TR104
MEDIA APPRECIATION
TR129
INTRO TO BROADCASTING
WS101
INTRO TO WOMEN'S STUDIES
TECH OF RDNG & WRTG II
ENGLISH GRAMMAR
WRTG/TECHNOLOGY & BUSINESS
TECH OF PROOFREAD/EDITNG
INTRO TO LITERATURE
INTRO TO WORLD LIT II
INTRO TO WORLD LIT II-HONORS
SURVEY OF BRIT LIT I
SURVEY OF BRIT LIT I-HONORS
SURVEY OF BRIT LIT II
Fees
The application fee of $25 has been waived for
all students in the partnership program.
 Tuition and fees are:
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– $398.40 for one 3-credit course (3 credits)
– $796.80 for two 3-credit courses (6 credits)
– $929.60 for an additional 1-credit course (7 credits)
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Textbooks and class materials must be bought
by the student and will vary with each class.
Placement Testing
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The Accuplacer test must be taken by all
students who do not meet the minimum
550 on all parts of the SAT. It will be
offered on site at QOHS, free to all
students.
More info on Accuplacer at:
www.accuplacer.com
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How does an Online class run?
You meet in a computer lab here at QOHS
at a designated period during your school
day.
 You will be in class with other MC & QO
students
 You will follow the syllabus and the
designated online lessons,
 Classes are enhanced with audio, video,
links to internet sites and posted
discussion questions that will be answered
by you and those in your class ONLINE.
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May I enroll at MC if I am a junior in high school?
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How many credits can I register for?
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Yes. All attempted and completed coursework at MC is documented on each student's
official transcript.
Yes and No. Acceptance of transfer credit is at the discretion of individual colleges or
universities. General education courses typically transfer to Maryland colleges and
universities. However, MC does not guarantee this transfer. Students are encouraged to
contact the institutions they wish to transfer credit for advising.
Can the credit I earn be used to fulfill high school graduation requirements?
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No, unless you successfully appeal and are accepted into the program
Will the credit I earn transfer to another college or university?
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No. You can register only for courses on the Early College Access List.
Will I receive a college transcript documenting the credit I earn at MC?
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High school students may not exceed seven credits each term..
Frequently Asked
Questions
If my placement test scores are not high enough for me to qualify for Early Placement
may I still enroll in other courses?
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Up to 7
FAQs:
May I register for courses that are not on the Early College Access Course List?
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Yes. As long as you meet the early placement requirements for Juniors
Yes. It is dual enrollment. Credits can count toward both MCPS elective credits and MC
credit.
How do I choose what class to take?
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It is up to you. As long as your overall high school coursework meets graduation
requirements, you can take what you like. Look over the course selection and find the
classes you would be interested in taking then, talk to your guidance counselor if you have
questions about credits or graduation.
INTERESTED YET?
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If you are interested in looking into this
opportunity please contact Mr. Jurado in
the Counseling Office
– 301-840-4650
Where can I get more information?
The MC High School Programs Partnership
Link:
– http://www.montgomerycollege.edu/Departm
ents/mcmcps