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College is a time of self-exploration and decision-making. Many students are uncertain of their path. Carroll faculty suggest that undecided students begin by selecting and exploring one of these Areas of Study. Students who have decided their academic path, should choose programs in accordance with their goals. Students who intend to transfer and have selected a transfer college, should select Arts and Sciences and meet with an academic advisor to assure appropriate course selection for specific transfer goals. Under the Arts and Sciences program, students may select courses to work toward future baccalaureate-degree requirements. Students who intend to enter the workforce or expand their skills in a career area may select one of the career programs. Courses within career programs have been selected to enhance employability; however, many students have transferred successfully with these degrees.
All new students will meet with an academic advisor, who can help select an appropriate program and introduce transfer resources. Undecided students are advised to declare an Area of Study as a major and strongly encouraged to take advantage of career decision-making resources. Contact Career Development, 410-386-8523. For each area of study, there is a recommended first term course list. Advisors will assist new students in selecting an area of study and appropriate first term courses. These courses are the first building block toward completing degrees related to each area of study.
Transfer Planning: Bachelor’s Degrees
The majority of Carroll students plan to transfer to four-year institutions after studying at Carroll Community College. From the time students select their first courses, they are making decisions that affect transfer of credits. The Advising and Transfer Center has a variety of resources to help with transfer planning. Staff maintain a library of college catalogs and information files for area colleges. Students may access online information at www.carrollcc.edu/transfer and from ARTSYS, Maryland’s transfer articulation system, at artweb.usmd.edu.
To facilitate transfer, Carroll has developed agreements with all state colleges and universities and with most private schools in Maryland, as well as many out-of-state schools. Students may begin taking courses toward any baccalaureate degree. Carroll Community College credits transfer to most colleges and universities. Care in course selection will prevent loss of credit. The Arts and Sciences program can serve as an umbrella program for any major.
The importance of consultation with an academic advisor before registering for each term cannot be overstressed. Consult an academic advisor in the Advising and Transfer Center or faculty advisor for assistance in choosing courses. It is each student’s responsibility to regularly meet with an academic advisor and utilize transfer resources. In all cases, transfer students should refer to receiving institution requirements when registering for Carroll courses.
Carroll Degree Programs
Associate of Arts
Carroll offers several Associate of Arts (A.A.) degrees. While the Arts and Sciences major can be used to create a personal customized transfer degree to any institution and program, there are several Associate of Arts in Arts and Sciences degree concentrations designed to transfer to baccalaureate study in popular majors.
Arts and Sciences (custom transfer plan)
Arts and Sciences, Creative Writing Concentration
Arts and Sciences, Criminal Justice Concentration
Arts and Sciences, English Literature Concentration
Arts and Sciences, Exercise Science Concentration
Arts and Sciences, Health Science Concentration
Arts and Sciences, Journalism Concentration
Arts and Sciences, Psychology Concentration
Arts and Sciences, Social Work Concentration
Arts and Sciences, Sociology/Anthropology Concentration
Arts and Sciences, Theatre Concentration
Arts and Sciences, Visual Arts Concentration
Business Administration
Business Administration, Accounting Concentration
Business Administration, International Business Concentration
Business Administration, Management Information Systems Concentration
General Studies (Undecided Students)
Teacher Education (if an A.A.T. does not exist)
Associate of Arts in Teaching
Carroll students may complete an Associate of Arts in Teaching degree (A.A.T.) in the following Carroll programs. Maryland twoand four-year institutions created these A.A.T. programs to facilitate seamless transfer to the matching bachelor’s degree on any public or private Maryland campus. Students are encouraged to earn a minimum grade of C in each required A.A.T. course. See Education faculty for information.
Early Childhood Education/Early Childhood Special Education
Elementary Education/Elementary Special Education
Secondary Education-Chemistry
Secondary Education-English
Secondary Education-Mathematics
Secondary Education-Spanish
Associate of Fine Arts
Carroll students may complete an Associate of Fine Arts (A.F.A.). This degree is designed to match the first two years of a Bachelor’s in Fine Arts degree program. Please see the program pages or Music faculty for information.
Music
Associate of Science
Carroll students may complete an Associate of Science degree (A.S.) in the following Carroll programs.
Biology
Engineering
Engineering, Chemical/Biomedical Concentration
Engineering, Mechanical/Civil Concentration
Physical Science, Chemistry Concentration
Physical Science, Geology Concentration
Physical Science, Physics Concentration
Registered Nursing (selective admission)
Associate of Science in Engineering
Carroll students may complete an Associate of Science in Engineering degree (A.S.E.). This degree is designed to match the first two years of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. Please see the program pages and Math and Engineering faculty for information.
Electrical Engineering
Associate of Applied Science
Carroll Community College students may complete an Associate of Applied Science degree (A.A.S.). These A.A.S. degrees are considered technical in nature and may have fewer General Education courses. While many students transfer following these degrees, some specialized courses may not transfer.
Computer Graphics
Computer Information Systems
Cybersecurity
Digital Design and Fabrication
Early Childhood Education
Entertainment Technology
Law Enforcement
National Registry Paramedic (selective admissions)
Physical Therapist Assistant (selective admissions)
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Certificates
A certificate focuses on technical courses and may include General Education courses:
Accounting CPA Exam Qualification
Certified Bookkeeping (see Accounting)
Computer Graphics
Digital Design and Fabrication
Entertainment Technology
Health Information Technology (Core and Advanced levels)
Law Enforcement
National Registry Paramedic (selective admissions)
Network Security (see Cybersecurity)
Office Technology
Practical Nursing (selective admissions)
SOLIDWORKS
Sports Medicine Aid
sUAS Pilot Safety
Letters of Recognition
A Letter of Recognition is an informal award and does not appear on a Carroll Community College transcript.
Administrative Assistant (see Office Technology )
Cooperative Programs/Transfer Recommendations
In addition to the bachelor’s degree transfer options, Carroll provides other transfer opportunities for students. Through association with community college and hospital partners, students may begin studying at Carroll and apply to complete specialized programs. See the specific program of study for information about the cooperating institution and requirements. These agreements do not guarantee admissions. Each program has its own admissions procedure. See a Carroll advisor in the Advising and Transfer Center, room A102, for assistance.
Mid-Maryland Allied Healthcare Education Consortium
Carroll Community College has joined Frederick and Howard Community Colleges to enhance student access to regional allied health programs. Prerequisite courses are completed at Carroll. Upon acceptance to the partner program, the student pays the in-county tuition rate for that campus. The degree is awarded by the partner college. See the program page for course details:
Carroll Community College:
Physical Therapist Assistant
Frederick Community College:
Biotechnology
Respiratory Care
Surgical Technology
Howard Community College:
Cardiovascular Technology
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Johns Hopkins Hospital welcomes applicants for its programs. Admission to these programs is competitive. Where a degree is required, the catalog page maps to a Carroll Associate of Arts in Arts and Sciences degree (the destination major will not appear on the Carroll transcript). See the program pages for a detailed transfer recommendation and additional information.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Nuclear Medicine Technology
Radiography
University of Maryland Dental Hygiene
The University of Maryland Dental School in Baltimore welcomes applicants to its competitive program. See the program pages for a detailed transfer recommendation and additional information.
Dental Hygiene
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