College Of Southern Maryland
School Notes Overview:
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) is an open-admissions, regional community college preparing students and community to meet the challenges of individual, social and global changes. CSM makes accessible a broad range of affordable, high-quality learning opportunities that allow students to define and achieve their goals, enhance their knowledge, and make smooth transitions at various stages of their development....
School Overview:
- Community College Avg.
| County | Charles County, MD | - |
| Title IV Eligible | Yes | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 2,771 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 4,719 students | 1,444 students |
| Total Enrollment | 7,490 students | 2,213 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 35% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 13% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $2,869 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 13% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $1,201 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 8% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $911 | $1,146 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 6% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $2,313 | $3,129 |
School Notes:
- The College of Southern Maryland is rich in history with a promising and exciting future ahead. The college's history dates to 1958 when the Charles County Community College was established as part of the continuing expansion of the community college within America. At its inception in 1958, the college was governed by the Charles County Board of Education, with the first classes being held at La Plata High School in the evenings. The Friendly Hall Campus, which is now the La Plata campus, was established in 1968. The college expanded its services to St. Mary's County in 1978 and Calvert County in 1980.
- The College of Southern Maryland is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and others. The college offers Associate (Transfer and Terminal) Degrees and Certificate in more than 120 programs.
- CSM contributes to the well being of the region by providing an array of associate degree and certificate programs; enhanced access to bachelor degree programs; workforce development and job training; corporate consulting; leadership and community development; wellness, fitness and personal enrichment opportunities, and cultural experiences.
- CSM operates four campuses in the tri-county area. The La Plata Campus, nestled on 173 wooded acres off of Mitchell Road and the Waldorf Center for Higher Education on Old Washington Road, are both located in Charles county. The Prince Frederick Campus is located in Calvert County, and the Leonardtown Campus is situated in St. Mary's County.
- The La Plata Campus hosts a variety of amenities, including large indoor pool, fine arts center with a 400-seat theater, high-tech computer laboratories, outdoor and indoor sports facilities, bookstore fitness center, cafeteria, distance learning center and state-of-the-art conference center.
- Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.
In the News:
- Local roundup: Tigers open playoffs with rout (The Daily Reflector)
posted on November 15, 2009 at 05:29:49 am
WILLIAMSTON — Cedric Moody scored four touchdowns, including three in an 8-minute span in the third quarter, to lead Williamston to a 60-18 rout of Southside in the first round of the state football playoffs. - Southern Md. Community Calendar Nov. 12-18, 2009 (Washington Post)
posted on November 12, 2009 at 05:00:00 am
PAINTINGS BY ABBEY GRIFFIN AND MIMI LITTLE, exhibit of new works. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays, through Nov. 22; reception, 5-8 p.m. Nov. 21, CalvART Gallery, Route 4 and Duke Street, Prince Frederick. Free. 410-257-7005. - Going out guide for Southern Maryland for November 12, 2009 (Washington Post)
posted on November 12, 2009 at 05:00:00 am
Nov. 12 BEER AND WINE TASTING This ninth annual event is sponsored by Christmas in April of St. Mary's County. Must be 21 to attend. 5:30-7:30 p.m. J.T. Daugherty Conference Center, 22111 Three Notch Rd., Lexington Park. 301-863-2905, 301-863-9345 or http://www.christmasinaprilsmc.org . $25. - Southern Maryland Notebook (Washington Post)
posted on November 8, 2009 at 05:00:00 am
Congress has passed the Interior-Environment Appropriations Conference Report containing $1 million for the Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network and $500,000 for the Star-Spangled Banner Trail. - PCC Basketball Team Opens With 76-72 Road Win (WITN 7 North Carolina)
posted on November 8, 2009 at 04:07:18 am
Pitt Community College was able to win their first game of the season. Saturday, Nov. 7th @ Davidson County Community College in Thomasville, NC by a score of 76-72.
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