Come to the Open House on October 10 at CCBC Essex
Pursuing education can provide a pathway to obtaining a degree, increasing career opportunities, developing job-related skills, or simply the joy of acquiring new knowledge. If you’ve been exploring options at the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC), considering how to enhance your skills, or contemplating your next steps, attending an open house could be an excellent starting point.
You are invited to join us on Saturday, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at CCBC Essex. This event offers a chance to tour the campus, engage in conversations, and gain a clearer understanding of what your future at CCBC could entail.
Aaries Coleman, the director of Admissions at CCBC, emphasized, “We encourage students to visualize themselves on our campus. We are strong advocates for the value of visiting colleges. Many students find themselves pleasantly surprised by the resources and environment we offer.”
Five Compelling Reasons to Attend the Open House
1. Investigate Your Options
Gain insight into CCBC’s nine academic and career pathways, which encompass over 300 programs for degrees, certificates, and workforce training. This is a great opportunity to delve into various career fields and see how different programs can align with your personal goals.
2. Discover Financial Aid Options
Participate in a financial aid information session to find out about scholarships, grants, and other financial resources available to support your tuition costs. Additionally, you can learn about how a significant number of CCBC students are able to pursue their education tuition-free.
3. Learn About Advantageous Programs
Explore programs such as Early College Access, Direct Admit, Degrees to Succeed, and the Honors College. Whether you are currently in high school or planning your next steps after CCBC, these initiatives can provide extra support and guidance to help you progress effectively.
4. Tour the Campus Facilities
Visit classrooms, laboratories, student areas, and other spaces integral to the student experience at CCBC. A guided campus tour will help familiarize you with your potential learning environment and provide a glimpse of what it might be like to be a student here.
5. Connect with Campus Resources and Support Systems
Meet with representatives from student support services and discover various clubs, organizations, athletics, and other ways to engage with the CCBC community. This is a chance to ask questions and learn about resources available to support you even before classes commence.
Have More Questions? You don’t need to have all the answers before attending. That’s the purpose of an open house.
Register for the Open House on October 10
Make plans to visit CCBC Essex on Saturday, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. It’s advisable to arrive early as the event will begin at 10 a.m. with music, giveaways, and an introduction to the CCBC experience.
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About Community College of Baltimore County
Since its establishment in 1957, CCBC has provided a gateway to accessible, affordable, and high-quality education, enabling countless individuals in Baltimore County to improve their lives and community. Annually, over 50,000 students pursue their education at the college’s main campuses, extension centers, and online platforms, setting off on their academic journeys, obtaining degrees, and embarking on careers. CCBC boasts the region’s most extensive array of degree, certificate, and workplace certification programs, equipping students for both transfer opportunities and job placements in key industries like business, education, healthcare, information technology, cybersecurity, construction, and transportation. Acknowledged as the “Best Community College” in the 2024 Reader Rankings by the Maryland Daily Record, CCBC is also recognized nationally for its innovative educational strategies and for being among the leading institutions for awarding associate degrees.
