C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Montgomery College

2-Year Public
📍 Rockville, Maryland 20850
Outcomes
C
49/100
Affordability
B+
75/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
C
51/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

17,780
Total Enrollment
27%
Graduation Rate
78%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,668
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Montgomery College

18% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 3,272 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$685,111
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,546
1-Year Change
-0.1%
For parents & investors

The Montgomery College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $685,111
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,546/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 20886 (4.9% cap, Montgomery Village)

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🏆 Where Montgomery College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician
of 14 schools
#4
Biology/Biotechnology Technology/Technician
of 9 schools
#6
Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
of 20 schools
#8
Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
of 22 schools
#10
Commercial and Advertising Art
of 32 schools
#11
Surgical Technology/Technologist
of 70 schools
#15
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
of 66 schools
#21
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $8,190 $11,400

Financial Aid

74%
Receive Any Aid
42%
Receive Pell Grants
6%
Take Out Loans
$8,668
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,119
$30,001 - $48,000$6,948
$48,001 - $75,000$8,266
$75,001 - $110,000$10,375
$110,001+$12,923

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 695 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 387 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 291 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 205 grads/yr Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician 157 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 104 grads/yr Engineering, General 90 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 89 grads/yr Biology/Biotechnology Technology/Technician 57 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 48 grads/yr Commercial and Advertising Art 46 grads/yr Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD 40 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 37 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 34 grads/yr Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician 33 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 31 grads/yr Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 31 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 31 grads/yr Game and Interactive Media Design 22 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 21 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Montgomery College's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs
Construction managers
$107k/yr 550,300 jobs
Facilities managers
$105k/yr 151,400 jobs
General and operations managers
$103k/yr 3,712,900 jobs

Student Demographics

17,780
Total Students
54%
Women
65%
Traditional Age (18-24)
18%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 19%
Hispanic 29%
Black 25%
Asian 13%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 9%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 18%
With Family 82%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,272 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 67%
Hybrid (Some Online) 23%
Fully Online 10%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 65%
25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Montgomery College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Montgomery College?
Tuition at Montgomery College is $8,190 for in-state students and $11,400 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,668.
What is the graduation rate at Montgomery College?
The graduation rate at Montgomery College is 27%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Montgomery College a good school?
Montgomery College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Montgomery College?
Montgomery College has a total enrollment of 17,780 students.
Is there rental demand near Montgomery College?
Yes! Approximately 18% of students at Montgomery College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 3,272 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology