Garrett College

Garrett College An accredited two-year college in western Maryland, Garrett College offers both credit and noncredit Garrett has earned a reputation for academic excellence.

Garrett College, located in the mountains of western Maryland is an affordable, public two-year accredited community college. Garrett offers associate degrees for transfer or career advancement, credit-bearing certificates in specialty fields, and an array of non-credit continuing education and workforce training programs. Serving both traditional age and adult students, Garrett is noted for its s

mall class sizes and personalized attention. 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 maintains a number of seamless transfer agreements with regional institutions including Frostburg State University, West Virginia University, Bucknell University, and more, where students have unique opportunities to receive transfer scholarships. Garrett College manages two residence halls and offers a rich social and extra-curricular life for all students. A competitive intercollegiate athletic program within the NJCAA includes men’s and women’s basketball; men’s baseball; women’s volleyball and softball; cross country, wrestling, and golf. With a variety of opportunities and a dedicated commitment to student learning and success, Garrett College may be the place for you. We encourage you to contact our Office of Admissions at 301-387-3044 or email [email protected] to take the next step!

Another milestone for the Garrett College Athletics Capital Campaign! ⚓ Railey Realty has secured the fourth and final n...
09/03/2026

Another milestone for the Garrett College Athletics Capital Campaign! ⚓

Railey Realty has secured the fourth and final naming opportunity on the new 700 Building donor archway, officially closing out all 25 major naming opportunities in the campaign.

Thanks to the incredible support of local businesses, families, and individuals, the campaign has now raised more than $900,000—far surpassing its initial $500,000 goal. 💙

“The outpouring of support for this campaign has been extraordinary.” — GCF Executive Director Cherie Krug

Thank you to Railey Realty and all of our campaign supporters for investing in the future of Garrett College and Laker Athletics!

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09/03/2026

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📣 One week to go, Lakers!Fall classes begin September 9, and we can’t wait to have our students back on campus. 📚🍂Here’s...
09/02/2026

📣 One week to go, Lakers!

Fall classes begin September 9, and we can’t wait to have our students back on campus. 📚🍂

Here’s to making this our best year yet! 👏⚓️

🎓 Student Spotlight: Caleb LehmanMeet Caleb Lehman, a Pre-Nursing student from Grantsville, Maryland.As a Garrett County...
08/31/2026

🎓 Student Spotlight: Caleb Lehman

Meet Caleb Lehman, a Pre-Nursing student from Grantsville, Maryland.

As a Garrett County resident, Caleb chose Garrett College for the opportunity to attend tuition-free for his first four semesters while staying close to home.

This semester, Caleb has worked hard to find the study habits that work best for him—and that hard work is paying off with all A’s! He credits resources like the library, tutoring center, and CARC with helping him stay on track.

Outside the classroom, Caleb enjoys everything from carpentry and blacksmithing to hiking, camping, and spending time with family. He’s also found a sense of community and new friendships through The Crossing.

“Focus on what your professor says and ask questions when you don’t understand.”

After Garrett, Caleb plans to transfer to Allegany College of Maryland to continue his education.

Garrett College connections are making an impact with the West Virginia Black Bears. Sport Management graduate and forme...
08/26/2026

Garrett College connections are making an impact with the West Virginia Black Bears. Sport Management graduate and former Laker wrestler EJ Guy serves as the team’s field and facility manager, while Sophia Putnam, a former guest lecturer in GC’s Sport Management program, serves as client relations and marketing coordinator.

Both are putting their education and internship experiences to work behind the scenes—from maintaining the ballpark to creating memorable experiences for fans.

“It doesn’t matter whether you come from a small community college like Garrett College or a huge institution like WVU. It’s about the effort you’re putting into it.” — Sophia Putnam

We love seeing Garrett College connections succeeding in the sports industry! ⚓

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🎻 Vintage American music takes the stage this Friday!The Knuckle Dusters are bringing more than 25 years of musical expe...
08/24/2026

🎻 Vintage American music takes the stage this Friday!

The Knuckle Dusters are bringing more than 25 years of musical experience to the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College on Friday, August 28 at 7 PM!

From old-time fiddle and bluegrass to swing, ragtime, country, blues, hillbilly jazz, and Celtic music, this versatile “museum band” has performed at venues including the Smithsonian American Art Museum, B&O Railroad Museum, and Museum of the Shenandoah Valley.

Come experience their lively sound right here in Garrett County!

📅 Friday, August 28 | 7 PM
📍 Performing Arts Center at Garrett College
🎟️ Adults: $16.55 | Students: $6.20
🎫 Tickets: https://bit.ly/the-knuckle-dusters

🎓 Student Spotlight: Livy GriecoMeet Livy Grieco, a Math and Science major from New York and a member of the Garrett Lak...
08/24/2026

🎓 Student Spotlight: Livy Grieco

Meet Livy Grieco, a Math and Science major from New York and a member of the Garrett Lakers women’s soccer team. ⚽

Garrett College wasn’t originally part of Livy’s plan. After deciding that her first college choice wasn’t financially feasible, an opportunity to play soccer brought her to Garrett.

“Everything happens for a reason. I trusted my gut, and now I’m here.”

Since then, Livy has found a supportive community, maintained a 4.0, made great friends through soccer—and even learned how to fly a plane! ✈️

“It’s a small area, but trust me, you will find lovely things to do.”

After Garrett, Livy hopes to transfer to a four-year school to pursue pre-med, with big dreams of becoming a doctor and helping others. 🩺

From the classroom to the literary community! ✍📚Garrett College Professor of English and published author Anna Dickson J...
08/21/2026

From the classroom to the literary community! ✍📚

Garrett College Professor of English and published author Anna Dickson James recently presented at the Lewisburg Literary Festival, where she led a workshop for aspiring writers and joined fellow award-winning authors for a panel discussion on the writing life.

“My goal was to help attendees learn how to turn good writing into unforgettable writing.” — Anna James

James continues to make her own mark as an author, with her second novel, The Sky King: A Literary Choose Your Own Adventure Novel, recently earning first place in the West Virginia Writers, Inc. competition.

We’re proud to see our faculty sharing their expertise—and representing Garrett College—beyond the classroom!

Read more: https://bit.ly/4g4hLeU

From Western Maryland to the summit of Mount Baker! 🏔️ Six Outdoor Leadership & Adventure Education students traveled to...
08/20/2026

From Western Maryland to the summit of Mount Baker! 🏔️

Six Outdoor Leadership & Adventure Education students traveled to Washington State’s Cascade Range for a 12-day alpine climbing expedition, putting their skills to the test while completing the College’s three-course alpine climbing track.

Along the way, students summited the 10,781-foot Mount Baker, practiced crevasse rescue and risk-management techniques, and connected with professionals to learn more about careers in alpine climbing and mountaineering.

“This trip gave them a picture of a component of the outdoor industry that you wouldn’t get to see in Western Maryland.” — OLA Professor Andy Hershey

What a way to take learning beyond the classroom! 🧗‍♂️⛰️

Read the full article: https://bit.ly/4gIsrQw

🎓 Student Spotlight: NickMeet Nick, a General Studies student originally from Northern Virginia who now calls McHenry ho...
08/18/2026

🎓 Student Spotlight: Nick

Meet Nick, a General Studies student originally from Northern Virginia who now calls McHenry home.

Nick chose Garrett College for its close-knit community, convenient location, and the opportunity to attend tuition-free through a county scholarship. While studying General Studies, he’s been exploring his options for the future—including pursuing a specialized bachelor’s degree or building on his experience as an EMT to become a paramedic.

From interesting conversations in psychology class to discovering new experiences through his coursework, Nick says Garrett has helped him explore his interests and determine his next steps.

“Worst case scenario, you leave with some new knowledge—either from class or about yourself.”

With support from faculty and staff, Nick has found guidance in choosing classes and programs while staying motivated toward his goals.

After Garrett, he hopes to head west and begin a career as a paramedic on the West Coast. 🚑

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McHenry, MD
21541

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