Academics

At the College of Southern Maryland, students can choose from more than 100 quality academic programs including an expanding array of associate degrees, certificates, or letters of recognition. We are constantly expanding and improving our programs to meet the demands of the workplace.

CSM also offers you the credits you need at a fraction of the cost. That means you’ll have more money to transfer to the university of your choice. In fact, the number one reason students come to CSM is to transfer their credits. Last year alone, CSM transferred students to universities in 41 states, including Harvard, University of North Carolina, and Penn State.

CSM offers a rich academic experience with knowledgeable faculty members who care about you. At CSM, learning extends beyond the classroom. You’ll be given invaluable opportunities to experience hands-on, community-based service learning, to travel and study abroad, to intern with local businesses, and much more. Add all of this to your resume and you’re headed toward a great future. The quality academic programs and instruction at CSM ensure you’ll have the skills you need to begin realizing your future.

Academic Divisions

• General Studies
• Biological and Physical Sciences
• Business and Technology
• Communication, Arts, and Humanities
• Health Sciences
• Languages and Literature
• Mathematics, Physics and Engineering
• Social Sciences, Human Services, and Teacher Education
• Transportation

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General Studies

The General Studies program differs from its options in the distribution of electives. Students may select, for concentration, either the General Studies program or any of the program options, such as Communication, Criminal Justice, English, Environmental Management, Forensic Studies, Media Studies, Speech Communication.

General Studies

BACHELOR OPPORTUNITY KEY:

 :  Indicates CSM has partnered with a four-year college or university to transfer credits directly to a bachelor's degree in a particular area. To maximize the number of credits that transfer, see an advisor early in your studies.

Biological and Physical Sciences Division

Scientists working in biological or physical sciences generally need higher levels of education and if you plan to enter this area, you can get your start at CSM. You might even land an internship with Chesapeake Biological Lab. If you want to enter a scientific field, you’ll need mathematical ability, problem-solving and analytical skills, an inquisitive mind, imagination, and initiative.
For more information, go to the Biological and Physical Sciences Division web site.

Academic Program
Biological Sciences
Biotechnology
Environmental Technology
Environmental Planning
Environmental Management

 

BACHELOR OPPORTUNITY KEY:

 :  Indicates CSM has partnered with a four-year college or university to transfer credits directly to a bachelor's degree in a particular area. To maximize the number of credits that transfer, see an advisor early in your studies.

 

 

Business and Technology Division

Often, CSM’s largest group of graduates includes students majoring in business and technology. That’s probably because these workers are employed in nearly every industry. Your CSM business or technology degree prepares you to coordinate and direct the many support services that allow organizations to operate efficiently. CSM’s information technology programs prepare you to work in an IT area of your choice; perhaps as a systems analyst, a computer programmer, a support specialist, or in another computer-related area. CSM’s construction and manufacturing programs were designed to meet the needs of today’s and tomorrow’s industry. For more information, go to the Business and Technology Division web site.

BUSINESS STUDIES
Accounting
Basic
Advanced
Financial Office Assistant
Business Administration
Technical Management
Hospitality Management
Management Development
First Level Manager
Marketing
Small Business Management
Paralegal Studies
INDUSTRIAL STUDIES
Construction Management Technology
Electric Power Technician
Electric Wiring Technician
Engineering Technology
Drafting
Basic Computer Aided Drafting
Electronics
Basic
Communications
Microprocessor
Manufacturing
Nuclear Engineering Technology
Instrumentation and Control
TECHNICAL STUDIES
Computer Science
Computer Information Systems
Information Services Technology
A+ Skills Training
Microsoft Certified Network Administrator
Technical Support
Web Developer
Information Systems Security
Office Technology
Clerical Assistant
Computer Office Skills
Information Processing
Legal Transcription

 

BACHELOR OPPORTUNITY KEY:

 :  Indicates CSM has partnered with a four-year college or university to transfer credits directly to a bachelor's degree in a particular area. To maximize the number of credits that transfer, see an advisor early in your studies.

Communications, Arts, and Humanities Division

Careers in the arts and humanities cover a broad span of career fields and a degree in this area may eventually lead to a job in art, communication, theatre or many other fields. Many of these associate degree programs are designed for students who know they will continue on for a bachelor’s degree. For more information, go to the Communication, Arts, and Humanities Division web site.

American Studies
Art
Art History
Arts and Humanities
Choral Conducting Assistant
Communication
Cultural Studies
Digital Imaging Assistant
Graphic Design
History
Media Studies
Music
Philosophy
Photographic Assistant
Professional Communication
Speech Communication
Studio Arts Assistant
Theatre and Dance

 

BACHELOR OPPORTUNITY KEY:

 :  Indicates CSM has partnered with a four-year college or university to transfer credits directly to a bachelor's degree in a particular area. To maximize the number of credits that transfer, see an advisor early in your studies.

Health Sciences Division

CSM has long had a strong nursing program with high state certification pass rates. CSM’s healthcare programs can prepare you to enter the nation’s largest career field. CSM programs prepare students to work in medical diagnostics, nursing, massage therapy, dental hygiene, radiography and more. For more information, go to the Health Sciences Division web site.

Massage Therapy
Therapeutic Massage
Therapeutic Massage: Advanced
Medical Administrative Assistant
Medical Assisting
Medical Coding Specialist
Medical Laboratory Technology
Medical Transcription
Nursing
Pharmacy Technician
Pre-Dental Hygiene
Pre-Nursing
Practical Nursing
Physical Therapist Assistant
Radiography
Respiratory Therapy
Phlebotomy Technician

 

BACHELOR OPPORTUNITY KEY:

 :  Indicates CSM has partnered with a four-year college or university to transfer credits directly to a bachelor's degree in a particular area. To maximize the number of credits that transfer, see an advisor early in your studies.

Languages and Literature Division

Do you have a way with words? Perhaps CSM’s Languages and Literature programs can get you started in a career focused on the use of language. These programs might lead to employment in the areas of teaching, writing, public speaking, and management or leadership. For more information, go to the Languages and Literature Division web site.

Arts and Sciences
Cultural Studies
English
Leadership Skills
Spanish
Women’s Studies

 

BACHELOR OPPORTUNITY KEY:

 :  Indicates CSM has partnered with a four-year college or university to transfer credits directly to a bachelor's degree in a particular area. To maximize the number of credits that transfer, see an advisor early in your studies.

Mathematics, Physics and Engineering Division

Scientists working in mathematics, physics or engineering generally need higher levels of education. Today’s mathematicians, engineers and physicists develop and work on computers and other equipment. If you want to work in engineering, you’ll have the best opportunities if you earn at least an associate degree and/or gain extensive job training in engineering technology. CSM’s partnerships with local military facilities and universities make your career path seamless. For more information, go to the Mathematics, Physics, and Engineering Division web site.

Applied Science and Technology
Computer Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering
Engineering Consortium
Mathematics/Physical Sciences

 

BACHELOR OPPORTUNITY KEY:

 :  Indicates CSM has partnered with a four-year college or university to transfer credits directly to a bachelor's degree in a particular area. To maximize the number of credits that transfer, see an advisor early in your studies.

Social Sciences, Human Services, and Teacher Education Division

Starting a career in education or social or human sciences at CSM could prepare you for a job as a preschool, primary or secondary teacher, a social worker, a mental health worker, an emergency services worker, a community outreach worker or a counselor. For more information, go to the Social Sciences, Human Services, and Teacher Education Division web site.

SOCIAL SCIENCES
Geographic Information Systems Technology
Social Sciences
HUMAN SERVICES:  Criminal Justice, EMS, Wellness
Criminal Justice
General Studies: Criminal Justice:
Emergency Medical Services
Intermediate
Paramedic
Exercise and Sport Science
Sport Management
Aquatics Facility Manager
Fitness Manager
Basic
Advanced
Group Fitness Instructor
Personal Trainer
Fire Science Technology
Forensic Studies
Homeland Security
Human Services
Alcohol and Drug Counseling
Mental Health Technician
Security Management
TEACHER EDUCATION and CHILD CARE
Early Childhood Development
Child Care Provider
School-Age Child Care
Early Childhood Education/Generic Special Education, Birth - Grade 3
Elementary Education/Generic Special Education, Grades 1 - 6
Teacher Education
Early Childhood
Secondary

 

BACHELOR OPPORTUNITY KEY:

 :  Indicates CSM has partnered with a four-year college or university to transfer credits directly to a bachelor's degree in a particular area. To maximize the number of credits that transfer, see an advisor early in your studies.

Transportation

CSM can put you in the driver’s seat of your career in the field of commercial vehicle operations. Or, just learn how to drive safely and correctly through CSM’s comprehensive driving skills course.

Commercial Vehicle Operator
Driving Skills
Driving Skills I
Driving Skills II