Garrett College

Garrett College is an affordable, public two-year community college located in Western Maryland. The college offers various grants and scholarships to make college more accessible, including the Garrett County Scholarship that covers tuition for local high school graduates. Every degree-seeking student automatically receives a scholarship upon applying for admission.

Garrett College has an open admissions policy. The college aims to empower students through a diverse range of academic programs and services. The college focuses on student success, which is reflected in its personalized approach to education.

Garrett College is noted for its small class sizes, caring faculty and staff, and personalized instruction. The college has earned a reputation for academic excellence, with graduates who transfer to four-year institutions often outperforming their peers. The college emphasizes a personalized approach to education, fostering strong relationships between students and instructors.

Garrett College prepares students for successful careers by offering career services and connections with local businesses. The college hosts recruiting fairs twice a semester featuring local businesses, and students can connect with various universities for transfer options. Graduates who transfer to a four-year Maryland college or university frequently outperform their counterparts from the state’s other fifteen community colleges.

Garrett College offers a rich social and extra-curricular life for all students, including on-campus residence halls. The campus culture is vibrant, with various student clubs and activities that encourage involvement and community engagement. Students can also participate in a variety of recreational sports, including skiing, boating, biking, and hiking.

Garrett College is committed to providing a safe campus environment. The college offers resources related to campus safety, equity and compliance, substance abuse education, and student health services. The college also has a CARE Team to support students in need.

Garrett College does not have a dedicated honors college, but it does offer opportunities for students to challenge themselves academically. Students can participate in independent research projects with faculty mentors. The college also has transfer agreements with a number of regional institutions including Bucknell University, which awards scholarships each year to several Garrett graduates.

Garrett College has a growing international student population, with 22 registered international students. The college offers support and resources for international students. Six of the 2025 graduates are international students from Spain, Liberia, Zimbabwe, and Canada.