Admissions
Getting Started: How to Enroll for Credit Courses
All new students attending for the first time must complete the following steps.
Step 1
Complete an application
Save yourself $25 by completing the online application or complete a printable mail-in application and submit $25.
Step 2
Assess Your Skills
Placement testing is required for most students and allows the College to help determine the student’s readiness for college-level coursework. The test results are confidential and allow for appropriate placement into classes. Exemptions to this testing include certain SAT scores and the amount of college credits previously earned. To find out more about these and other exemptions or to schedule your free, private test time, contact the testing center on either campus.
215.641.6646 Central Campus in Blue Bell
610.718.1906 West Campus in Pottstown
Step 3
Finance Your Education
Montgomery County Community College offers financial aid in the form of grants, scholarships, student loans, and part-time employment with the majority of our funds provided through federal and state programs. Your first step is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA form at www.fafsa.ed.gov and list our federal school code (004452). Our Financial Aid Office can help guide you through the process.
To request Financial Aid forms, call the
Financial Aid Office:
215.641.6566 Central Campus in Blue Bell
215.718.1906 West Campus in Pottstown
Step 4
Choose Your Classes
All students are encouraged to meet with an advisor/counselor from the Student Success Center to discuss your academic path here at the College. Advisors will help tailor your schedule so that you can achieve both your career or transfer goals. They can help you transfer credits into and out of the College and will register you for courses.
To schedule an appointment, call the
Student Success Center:
215.641.6577 Central Campus in Blue Bell
610.718.1906 Campus in Pottstown
Step 5
Pay Your Tuition
Tuition and fees can be paid at the Bursar’s Office using Visa, Mastercard, Discover, cash, or check. Bursar’s Office hours are 8:30 am to 7 pm Monday through Thursday, and 8:30 am to 5 pm on Friday. Payment can be made by credit card over the phone or using WebAdvisor on our website. The College also offers the option of a payment plan.
To speak with a cashier, call the Business Office:
215.641.6649 Central Campus in Blue Bell
610.718.1944 West Campus in Pottstown
Step 6
Attend Your Orientation
Mark your calendar and plan to attend one of our orientation sessions. Through these sessions, the College offers an overview of the facilities, programs, services, and organizations that are available to all students. This is a great opportunity for you to become acquainted with our campus and be prepared for the start of classes. Orientation is hosted at both our Blue Bell and Pottstown Campuses right before the start of the Fall and Spring semesters. Details on dates, times and places will be sent to you in the mail once you have completed the registration process.
For more information on orientation, call
Student Activities:
215.641.6578 Central Campus in Blue Bell
610.718.1850 West Campus in Pottstown
Step 7
Begin Your Classes
Prior to the start of classes, be sure to get your picture taken for your student ID which also serves as your library card and be sure to register your car by requesting a parking sticker. Both are free of charge Become familiar with your online WebAdvisor and email accounts by clicking on the “e-tools” menu option of our homepage. Don’t forget to purchase all required text books and school supplies for your courses!
For student ID and parking stickers:
College Hall, Central Campus in Blue Bell
Information Booth, West Campus in Pottstown
Help Desk for questions about WebAdvisor:
215.641.6495
