Springtime is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time of year to learn all that Montgomery County Community College has to offer.

MCCC is proud to host free open house events at the Pottstown Campus on Saturday, April 12, and Blue Bell Campus on Saturday, April 26, for prospective students, their families and members of the community.

“We invite everyone to come and see our beautiful, renovated campuses and learn about our programs during one of our open house events,” said Michael Harcum, Director of Admissions and Recruitment, “These events allow us to strengthen our relationships with educational partners and show the community the value of starting their educational journey at Montco.”

Pottstown Campus Spring Open House April 12

The Pottstown Campus spring open house is on Saturday, April 12, from 10 a.m. to noon in the South Hall Student Commons, 101 College Drive, Pottstown. During the morning, deans from each academic division will provide program updates, as well as information for students who are undecided about a major.

Prospective students and their families will also receive information on topics like Financial Aid, Support Services, Academic Programs, Workforce Development, and Transfer Partnerships. Visit the landing page to register for the event.

MCCC also welcomes employers and employees to the open houses to learn more about its 100+ programs, flexible schedules and online learning. Through MCCC’s Prior Learning Assessment, working students may qualify for credits or waiver of courses, depending on experience and training, allowing them to get a head start on earning an associate’s degree.

Guests to the open house will also have an opportunity to explore Pottstown Campus’s newly renovated facilities, which includes the Mustangs eSports arena, game room, fitness center, and the Science on a Sphere exhibit, as well as the nearby classrooms and labs in South Hall.

In North Hall, guests can tour the Sound Recording and Music Technology studio, theater, machine shop and Wellness Center, which features an array of free, holistic support services for students.

Blue Bell Campus Spring Open House April 26

The Blue Bell Campus spring open house is on Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to noon beginning in the Montco Cultural Center Theater in the Science Center building, 340 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell.

New this year is the state-of-the-art Hospitality Institute, home to the Culinary Arts and Baking and Pastry programs at MCCC. Light refreshments will be served and information about these programs, and the Tourism and Hospitality Management Program will also be available.

“At our Blue Bell Campus, we are excited that all of our buildings will be open and facilitated by content experts,” said Harcum. “That includes but not limited to our science, technology, engineering and mathematics areas, clinical spaces, labs, the Hospitality Institute, Fine Arts Center and more.”

Guests can explore the Health Sciences Center's labs and clinical spaces and see how these cutting-edge facilities prepare students for high-demand careers. The Science Center will be available for visitors to see labs and classrooms, including the engineering lab featuring robotic arms. The Advanced Technology Center features the recording studios, The Mix Room, and broadcast studios.

Attendees can immerse themselves in creativity at the Fine Arts Center, where they can visit the gallery and studio art classrooms.

At both the Blue Bell and Pottstown campuses, guests should connect with the check-in-staff upon arrival to obtain their free swag bag, as well as instructions on how to best maximize the day. Also, there will be breakout sessions during each event to discuss financial aid, college affordability, scholarships and more.

One such scholarship is the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency Grow PA Scholarship Grant Program, which helps students pay for school by providing a $5,000 scholarship grant in an effort to build the workforce in Pennsylvania for in-demand occupations. Eligibility is based on a number of factors and after a student graduates, they must commit to work in Pennsylvania within the in-demand occupation for a number of years equal to the number of years in which they received the grant. Application for the Grow PA Grant Program will be available in late February to early March 2025, with awards beginning in fall 2025. 

For students and families who may be unable to attend the spring open house in person, Harcum encouraged them to register for other Admissions events, including a virtual fast track to registration session or in-person campus tour.

For more information, contact the Admissions office or visit the spring open house landing page.