EARN YOUR DEGREE
STAY AHEAD OF THE PACK!
More and more positions require education beyond high school. In today's competitive market, stay ahead of the pack!  When you earn a degree, you have:
 
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Competitive Motivation
A degree will open up vocational doors a high school diploma alone would not necessarily open. Some employers will see your dedication and qualifications and may choose to hire you over an equally qualified but less-educated job seeker.


Financial Gain
Having a degree, will earn you more money! While the initial cost of school can be quite expensive, but obtaining a degree will give you a jump start into a higher wage.


Knowledge and Perspective
Another benefit of pursuing an advanced degree is an expanded base of knowledge, strategies and practical applications. Having a degree enables you to be the expert and makes you more marketable.
 
People with a college education have better job opportunities, earn more money, and develop skills that can never be taken away. Our scholarship fund will help pay for your Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or your Associates Degree for Transfer at Montgomery College. The award will cover up to a five credit approved course as well as student fees.
 
Interested? Apply NOW for the Montgomery College Foundation Scholarships! Montgomery College Fall 2016 semester applications are now being accepted. To learn more or a apply, email earlychildhoodservices@montgomerycountymd.gov.
 

Getting a college education is an investment
that  will pay back for a lifetime!