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Built for Success: 2024 - 2029 Strategic Plan
CSM’s 2024-2029 Strategic Plan marks a pivotal step in our commitment to student-centered excellence.
Your Pathway
to Possibility
Register now to start on your path. Winter registration is now open—classes begin December 19.
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Discover your path to a fulfilling career or prepare for a bachelor's degree with our guided pathways. Explore our diverse programs designed to help you achieve your goals, whether it's starting a new career, gaining knowledge, or pursuing a new hobby.
Why Choose CSM
$31,000
Average Savings For students completing their first two years of college at CSM
300+
Transfer Agreements with 70+ colleges and universities nationwide
16:1
Student-to-Faculty Ratio Which means smaller class sizes and more personalized attention
$4.6 million
Awarded in Scholarships By the CSM Foundation in the last 5 years
#4
Best community college in Maryland For 2024 according to Intelligent.com
700+
STUDENTS USING MILITARY OR VETERANS BENEFITS Proudly served by CSM
In the Spotlight
James C. Mitchell Student Resource Center Now Open
The SR Building on the La Plata Campus is now open, serving as a welcome center and providing vital support services in one location, including Admissions, Advising, Hawk Hub, Counseling Services, Disability Support Services, and Testing Center.
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HawkTalk is a student's best resource for reminders regarding priority enrollment, early registration dates, payment due dates, campus events, and other information.
Real Students WithReal Stories
What makes me most proud to be a CSM alum is being connected to the community. Dream big, understanding that with that dream comes the responsibility of hard work.
Sheriff, Charles County
I started as a full-time student in 1987. It took me a long time to complete my degree; you have a family, a career, you have to work, it's a lot so I took a class here and a class there when I could fit one in…the beauty of the College of Southern Maryland is that you can complete your degree or certificate program at your own pace.
Director II, Development, College of Southern Maryland
I decided the year I turned 40 I was going to pursue my degree. I was a single mom, got busy building my family, but going to school and getting my degree was always so important to me. CSM has really helped me advance my career in ways that I didn't expect...the things that you'll take away are fantastic.
Communications Director, St. Mary’s County Government
CSM is like a family to me. I chose CSM because I felt welcomed on the first day I stepped foot on the campus.
CSM Graduate
I was inspired to become an engineer. I chose CSM because it had an amazing degree program for engineering. I started the National Society of Black Engineers Club ... After CSM I will complete my bachelor's degree; I'll be working in internship programs throughout my schooling. I plan to become an astronaut.
CSM Graduate
UMD Engineering Student
News & Announcements
Dr. Molly O’Keefe Joins CSM as Associate Vice President of Strategy
October 31, 2024
CSM Celebrates, Supports, and Entertains Our Community this November
October 30, 2024