Application
Contact Information
for
Directors of the Renaissance Scholars Honors Program
Germantown Campus
Professor Joan Naake
20200 Observation Drive
Germantown, MD 20876
Phone: 240-567-1951
Fax: 240-567-7752
joan.naake@montgomerycollege.edu
Renaissance Scholars
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
Dr. Carole Wolin
7600 Takoma Avenue
Takoma Park, MD 20912
Phone: 240-567-1424
Fax: 240-567-1410
carole.wolin@montgomerycollege.edu
Application Portfolio Instructions
Renaissance Scholars Application for Admission
Please mail your completed application to the Renaissance Scholars Honors Program director at your preferred campus. See
front cover for mailing address. Please include all materials together in one packet if possible.
Last Name_ _________________________________ First Name________________________________ MI__________
Montgomery College Application for Admission Information
Montgomery College Identification Number____________________
Admission to Montgomery College is a separate process from applying for consideration for the Renaissance Scholars Honors Program. All applicants to the Renaissance Scholars Honors Program must also be admitted to Montgomery College.
Priority Application Deadlines
A new Renaissance Scholars cohort is accepted for each semester. There are limited spaces per campus for each academic
year.
Fall Semester Acceptance
The earliest date for evaluation of materials for the fall session is May 1 of the preceding spring semester. Although
acceptance priority will be given to those who meet the May 1 deadline, applications will be accepted until two
weeks before the fall session begins; applicants will be notified if no space is available.
Spring Semester Acceptance
The earliest date for evaluation of materials for the spring session is November 1 of the preceding fall semester.
Although acceptance priority will be given to those who meet the November deadline, applications will be accepted
until two weeks before the spring session begins; applicants will be notified if no space is available.
Required Portfolio Materials
• Renaissance Scholars Application
• Essay
A short essay (2-3 pages) in which you provide a biographical sketch and explain what you can offer this program
and what the program can offer you.
• Resume
Please submit a resume that includes a description of your special activities, interests, and achievements and your
work experience. You may submit samples of your work, if desired. Materials submitted with your application will
not be returned.
• Two Letters of Recommendation
Recommendations may be obtained from professors, high school teachers, employers, community leaders, or
others who can comment appropriately. Each reference should attest to your potential for success in the Renaissance
Scholars Honors Program. References may be mailed directly to the program director or included in the applicant’s
portfolio in a sealed envelope.
• Previous Transcripts
Include transcripts from colleges other than Montgomery College.
Writing Proficiency
Street Address__________________________________________________________________________ Apt. #_ ______
City_____________________________________________________________________ State_________ Zip_________
Telephone Numbers:
Home____________________________ Business____________________________ Cell____________________________
Email address_ _______________________________________________________________________________________
Date of Birth
Sex:
Month_________________ Day________ Year__________
o Male
o Female
Citizenship Status:
o U.S. Citizen
o Permanent Resident
o International Visa Category__________________________________ Other_________________________ Names and Locations of Educational Institutions Attended
High School
Dates of Attendance
Degree/Diploma
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Major
Colleges or Universities (include Montgomery College)
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Students accepted for the Renaissance Scholars Honors Program must demonstrate proficiency in English. Writing proficiency is demonstrated by completion of an EN101 or EN101A class with an A or B grade or the equivalent.
Please submit the supporting documents (essay, resume, letters of recommendation,, and transcripts) along with this
form. Clearly identify your application materials with your name and student identification number.
Feel free to contact the program director at your preferred campus with any questions concerning the application process.
I certify that the information on this application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge.
Signature_____________________________________________________________ Date___________________________
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