Services & Support

  • Prince George's Community College offers a variety of services to support students and enrich their college experience. Explore what's available in the categories listed below.

  • Support Services

    Academic Advising
    Academic advisors assist students in choosing a major, developing a plan of study, and registering for classes.
    Behavioral Intervention Team
    The Behavioral Intervention Team encourages all community members to identify and report issues of concern so that steps can be taken to support those in need and prevent behavioral problems.
    Career Services
    The Career Resource Center offers resources and guidance to students seeking employment or exploring career interests.
    Childcare Services
    Childcare services are available on campus through the privately-run Child Time facility.
    Counseling Services
    The Counseling Center offers individual support and referrals to those in need.
    Disability Support Services
    Students with disabilities can get support and accommodation through this office.
    Health Education Center
    The Health Education Center provides basic medical services and educational information about health issues.
    International Education Center
    The International Education Center provides support and guidance for all students from other countries, regardless of citizenship status or nationality.
    Mentoring Opportunities
    The college offers several mentoring programs promoting academic success such as Diverse Male Student Initiatives, International Education Center, Mentoring Program, Women of Wisdom (WOW) and The ALANA Experience.
    Student Assessment Services Testing Center
    The Testing Center administers college placement tests and proctored course exams.
    Student Identification Cards

    Information about student IDs for credit and noncredit students.

     

    Student Support Services(TRIO)
    Student Support Services-TRiO (SSS) is a comprehensive, federally-funded program that offers academic coaching to students in need of scholarly support to accomplish their educational and career goals.
    Tech Prep Program Services
    TECHnical PREParation is designed to prepare students for the workplace. Tech Prep requires students to complete a sequence of academic and technical coursework starting in high school and continuing through postsecondary education.
    Transcript and Verification Requests
    Request an official college transcript or an official verification of enrollment.
    Transfer Services
    The college has many services to support graduates transferring to four year colleges.
    Tutoring
    The college has tutoring centers focused on math and writing, as well as general academic support services.
    Veterans Services
    The Veterans Services Office helps students access VA financial benefits and other support services.

    Student Success Programs

    Diverse Male Student Initiatives
    This program provides support and guidance to increase the success of diverse male college students.
    Hillman Entrepreneurs Program
    A selective admissions scholarship program for potential entrepreneurs funded the David and Suzanne Hillman Foundation.
    Next Step
    Prince George's County Department of Social Services offers tuition assistance through the Next Step Training and Education Program.
    OWL Success Track - A First Year Experience
    A comprehensive program for entering students that includes orientation, registration, support and advising
    Prior Learning Assessment Network (PLAN)
    Students can develop portfolios to document prior experiences in order to earn credit for some college courses.
    Upward Bound (TRiO)
    Upward Bound is a federally funded TRiO program that assists high school students through their transition to college.
    Veterans Upward Bound (TRiO)

    Upward Bound is a federally funded TRiO program that assists military veterans through their transition to college.

     

    Vocational Support Services

    Vocational Support Services (VSS) provides instructional support to students enrolled in career and technology education programs leading to an A.A.S. degree. Students are able to identify learning strengths, target areas for improvement, and build the skills for successful learning and accomplishment of educational goals.

    Women of Wisdom (WOW)
    This program provides support and guidance to increase the success of minority women students.

    Enrichment

    Athletics
    A member of both the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and the Maryland Junior College Athletic Association (MD JUCO), Prince George's Community College Intercollegiate Athletics comprise TEAM OWL.
    Book Bridge Project
    The Book Bridge Project brings Prince George’s County residents and the college community together in a shared learning experience about contemporary issues through literature.
    Collegian Centers
    The Collegian Centers are academic organizations that enrich the educational experiences of students by supporting academic and career achievement, encouraging faculty and peer mentoring, and promoting scholarship, leadership and fellowship.
    Fitness & Health
    The college offers a gym, pool, track, weight training and exercise facilities, and many other amenities.
    Honors Program & Academy
    Students can take honors courses or enroll in the selective Honors Academy.
    Natatorium (Swimming & Exercise Facility)
    Robert I Bickford Natatorium (Fitness Facility & Swimming Pool).

    Resources

    Bookstore
    The privately-run college bookstore offers textbooks and supplies that can be ordered online.
    Library
    The college library has extensive online resources and onsite holdings, including reference and information literacy support.
    Student Handbook
    The student handbook contains essential information for students on all aspects of the college.

    Technology

    Blackboard
    Blackboard is a Web-based program that serves as the college's online classroom. You will use Blackboard to communicate with your instructor, to see your course materials, to submit assignments and to discuss the course with your classmates.
    Computer Labs and Facilities
    The college offers computer labs for use by current students at all major college sites.
    eLearning Services
    Support for students taking online courses.
    Mobile Apps
    Mobile applications supporting campus, contact, and course information are available here.
    Owl Alert
    Owl Alert is the college's text messaging and email notification system for alerts such as college closings and delays.
    Owl Link
    Owl Link is the online system used to search and register for courses, monitor grade and financial records, update personal information, and more. Guest access is available.
    Owl Mail
    College email system for current students.
    Wi-Fi Access
    Wi-Fi access is available on the main campus and extension centers; get details here.

    Money Management

    Free Tax Preparation
    The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program provides free Tax Preparation to members of the community. Volunteers are essential to the success of the program. Volunteers are trained and Certified as IRS Volunteer Income Tax Preparers.
    CashCourse

    Visit CashCourse for Financial Literacy Resources, including  information on budgeting, credit, banking, and paying for college. 

     

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    Mobile App MOX 


     MOXAccess 

    MOX TM (Mobile Access) is a free mobile app giving students, employees, and members of the community easy access to important information about the college. It features a directory of contact information for key offices, an interactive Google map and feeds for news and events.

    MOX TM is currently available to Apple mobile device (iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch), BlackBerry and Android users. Based on the type of mobile device that you have, visit either the App Store, BlackBerry App World, or Android Market to download MOX TM . Upon download, choose Prince George’s Community College from the list of colleges and universities, and you are ready to use the app.

  • College Information

    Phone:

    (301) 336-6000

    Email us:

    enrollmentservices@pgcc.edu