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MBI SCHOLARSAPPLICATION

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

MBI Scholars Programc/o Office of Admissions andEnrollment ManagementMontgomery College51 Mannakee StreetRockville, Maryland 20850240-567-5039TTY 240-567-9672www.montgomerycollege.edu

All candidates applying to be considered for Montgomery College’s Macklin Business Institute (MBI)Scholars two-year program must submit an MBI Scholars Application for Admission, along with a $25application fee (one-time, nonrefundable). In addition, the following documents must be submitted by January14 unless noted otherwise:

• Official high school transcript—required

• Official college entrance exam scores: either the New Scholastic Aptitude Test 1 (New SAT 1) or the AmericanCollege Testing Program (ACT) scores—required*

• Placement Testing, if applicable—required (see instructions)

• Two letters of recommendation—required

• Information about extracurricular interests (including resume)—required

• Essays submitted with application—required

• Official Advanced Placement, SAT II, or TOEFL scores—optional

• First semester senior year grades—required; submit by March 1, 2011

Please arrange for all application materials to be mailed to the following address:

MBI Scholars ProgramMontgomery CollegeOffice of Admissions and Enrollment Management51 Mannakee StreetRockville, Maryland 20850

Please note: It is important to use the enclosed envelopes to mail your MBI Scholars application materials, orsend your materials directly to the address above exactly as written.

* Returning MC students with 12 credits or less applying to the MBI Scholars program are not required to submit standardized test scores.

APPLICATION CALENDAR

JANuARy 14

• Complete admission and scholarship application materials must be submitted.

MARCH 1

• First semester senior grades• The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) should be completed. Please contact the

Financial Aid Office at 240-567-5100 for further information.

APRIL 5

• Notification date for decisions on the MBI Scholars program applications

MAy 1

• Reply date for accepted MBI Scholars applicants

Montgomery College is an academic institution committed to promoting equal opportunity and fostering diversity among itsstudent body, faculty, and staff.

General Information and Instructions

This application should only be completed bystudents who wish to be considered for the MBIScholars honors program. Students applying forgeneral admission to Montgomery College shouldcomplete a regular application for admission.Please contact the Office of Admissions at240-567-5039 to request a regular admissionsapplication.

Students who complete the MBI Scholarsapplication do not need to complete a regularapplication for admission. In the event that astudent is not accepted into the MBI Scholarsprogram, information submitted on the scholarsapplication will be used to offer students regularadmission to Montgomery College.

Applications are due by January 14, 2011. Latesubmission of any required supporting materialsmay adversely affect consideration of yourapplication. We will accept application materialspostmarked by January 14.

Priority for the MBI Scholars program and MBIScholars scholarships will be given to residents ofMontgomery County.

The selection committee will evaluate theMontgomery College transcript and records of anyapplicant who currently attends or has previouslyattended Montgomery College.

Applicants who are not United States citizensshould submit a copy of both sides of yourPermanent Resident card or Visa and I-94.Contact the Office of Admissions at 240-567-5039for further information.

Applications for fall 2011 will only be consideredfor: 1) students who are currently enrolled in theirfinal year of high school and who will becompleting high school graduation requirements byJune 2010, and 2) returning MC students with 12credits or less.

Application Fees

Applicants may be eligible for a waiver of theapplication fee in cases of documented hardship.In addition, students who are designated asMaryland Distinguished Scholar, NationalAchievement, National Hispanic Recognition, andNational Merit recipients (Finalist, Semi-Finalist,Honorable Mention, and Commended categories)may be eligible for an application fee waiver.Please include a copy of your certificate withyour application for admission in order toreceive a fee waiver. Contact the Office ofAdmissions at 240-567-5039 for additionalinformation.

Applicants who previously applied to MontgomeryCollege do not need to pay the $25 application fee.

Standardized Test Scores

Applicants should submit official copies of theirstandardized test scores directly from the testingagency. Failure to send official test scores mayadversely affect consideration for the program.

The New SAT 1 Code for Montgomery College(Rockville Campus) is 5440. The ACT Code is1723. Students should submit their official NewSAT 1 or ACT test results from all test dates.

The selection committee will review test scoresfrom the New SAT 1. The committee will consideran applicant’s highest scores for each section ofthe New SAT 1 (Critical Reading and Math) fromany test administration date. Applicants for thescholars program should take the New SAT 1 orACT no later than December 2010.

It is highly recommended that students submitAdvanced Placement (AP), TOEFL, and SAT IIscores, if applicable.

Deadline: January 14, 2011

MBI SCHOLARS

ADDITIONALAPPLICATIONINFORMATION

MBI Scholars Programc/o Office of Admissions andEnrollment ManagementMontgomery College51 Mannakee StreetRockville, Maryland 20850240-567-5039www.montgomerycollege.edu

Placement Testing

Montgomery College requires all new degree-seeking students to undergo placement testing inEnglish, reading, and math prior to enrollment at theCollege. In keeping with Montgomery Collegerequirements, any prospective Montgomery Collegestudent should take the appropriate collegeplacement test (Accuplacer or ESL-Accuplacer/LOEP) for English, reading, and math if the studentfalls below the following levels:

• New SAT 1 Critical Readingor Math score below 550

• ACT composite score below 24• TOEFL score below 575 (paper) or

231 computerized

Applicants to the MBI Scholars program withstandardized test scores below these levels areadvised to make arrangements to take theappropriate placement test prior to February 14,2011, for best consideration. Failure to take theappropriate placement test may adversely affectconsideration for the program.

Please contact the Office of Admissions at 240-567-5039 for additional information regarding the Collegeplacement test process.

First Semester Grades

Submission of first semester senior year grades isrequired. For best consideration, first semestergrades should be sent to the Office of Admissions,Rockville Campus no later than March 1, 2011.

Letters of Recommendation

Only two letters of recommendation arerequired, although applicants may submit up tofour letters. Recommendations will be acceptedfrom teachers, counselors, employers, MontgomeryCollege faculty, coaches, internship coordinators,etc.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

Please be aware that the financial aid process isseparate and in addition to the admission andscholarship application process.

Scholarship assistance is available for studentsadmitted into the Macklin Business Institute. Basedon the availability of funds, scholarships will beawarded for up to 15 credit hours of tuition andfees for fall and spring semester at the in-countyrates. Students must remain in good standingaccording to program requirements to maintainscholarship benefits. We encourage Macklinapplicants to complete a FAFSA by March 1, 2011for maximum financial aid consideration. Pleasecontact the Financial Aid Office at 240-567-5100for more information.

Montgomery College offers several scholarshipprograms. Applicants not selected for the MBIScholars program may be considered for othermerit-based scholarships at Montgomery College(such as the Board of Trustees Academic Specialtyscholarship).

TRANSFER ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN BuSINESS

This curriculum is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year college and major in general businessor a more specialized field of business such as finance, accounting, international business, marketing, ormanagement. It also provides a solid foundation for students planning to major in economics or pre-law.Completion of all requirements for the curriculum will lead to the award of the associate of arts degree (A.A.) inbusiness.

Please indicate the code of your intended major: _________________________________

Codes:

Liberal Arts and Science

006 Business Administration

149 International Business


MBI SCHOLARSAPPLICATIONFOR ADMISSION

MBI Scholars Program240-567-5039www.montgomerycollege.edu

This report is to be completed by the student. Official high school and/or college transcripts and standardized test scores, if

required, must be submitted by January 14. In addition, we encourage you to submit a resume and any other

information relevant to admission that is not included in this application. Submit any supporting materials by January

14. Any supporting materials included with the application will not be returned to the student. Please contact the Office of

Admissions at 240-567-5039 by January 14 for questions related to submission of supporting materials.

(Please print or type)

I. BACKGROuND

Student Name ______________________________________________

Nickname _________________________________________________

Address ___________________________________________________

E-mail Address (optional) _____________________________________

Name of High School ________________________________________

Graduation Date ____________________________________________

Last school attended if different from above _______________________

Class Rank (optional) ________________________________________

Please submit your OFFICIAL high school transcript.

II. ACADEMIC HONORS

Please briefly describe any academic distinctions, honors, or awards you have received, starting from the ninth grade.

____________________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________

III. STANDARDIZED TEST INFORMATION

Applicants are required to submit the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT code 5440) or the American College Test (ACT code1723) to the Rockville Campus Office of Admissions. Submission of official TOEFL (iBT) and SAT II scores is optional buthighly recommended, if applicable.

Which standardized tests did you take? (check all that apply) � SAT � ACT � TOEFL

If you took the SAT: Was your highest critical reading score 550 or higher? � Yes � No

If you took the ACT: Was your composite score 24 or higher? � Yes � No

If you took the TOEFL: Was your iBT score 90 or higher? � Yes � No

Scholars applicants with SAT critical reading scores below 550 (or ACT below 24 or TOEFL below 90) should makearrangements to take the appropriate Montgomery College placement test. Please refer to the Scholars applicationinstructions for more information.

What dates did you take the SAT or ACT?

______________________ ______________________ ______________________ ______________________

Did you have your official test scores sent to the Rockville Campus Office of Admissions? � Yes � No


MBI SCHOLARS

ACADEMICPERFORMANCEPROFILE


Please indicate below any Advanced Placement Exams that you have taken or plan to take and the scores of the exams you

took in your junior year.

Please submit any official test scores to the Montgomery College Admissions Office, Rockville Campus.

AP Exam Subject Date Score

_________________ __________ _________

_________________ __________ _________

_________________ __________ _________

_________________ __________ _________

_________________ __________ _________

_________________ __________ _________

IV. EXTRACuRRICuLAR AND COMMuNITy SERVICE ACTIVITIES

Please list your primary extracurricular, community service, athletic, or artistic activities. In addition, you maywish to submit a more detailed resume of activities. Please label additional pages with your full name.

Activity Grade level Brief description of involvement

___________________________________________ ___________ ___________________________________

___________________________________________ ___________ ___________________________________

___________________________________________ ___________ ___________________________________

___________________________________________ ___________ ___________________________________

___________________________________________ ___________ ___________________________________

___________________________________________ ___________ ___________________________________

___________________________________________ ___________ ___________________________________

V. WORK EXPERIENCE

List any employment (including summer jobs) you have held in the past three years.

Position and employer Date of employment Description of duties

___________________________________________ ______________ ___________________________________

___________________________________________ ______________ ___________________________________

___________________________________________ ______________ ___________________________________

___________________________________________ ______________ ___________________________________

VI. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please provide any additional information regarding your background and experiences that may assistthe committee in the review of your application. you may enclose attachments if necessary.

Student’s Name _______________________________________________

III. STANDARDIZED TEST INFORMATION (cont.)

your responses to the following essay questions are an important component in the review of your MBIScholars application. The essay provides an opportunity for you to demonstrate the clarity, originality,and organization of your writing. your essays should be submitted on separate sheets of paper (typed).Please include your full name and essay title on each page.

PART ONE:

Please provide short essay responses to both of the following questions (approximately 200–250 wordsfor each response).

1) Describe an experience that has influenced your decision to pursue a business education, and explainhow this experience led to setting the goals you now have.

2) Why are you interested in participating in the MBI Scholars program, and what unique characteristic canyou bring to the program?

PART TWO:

Please answer the following essay question (approximately 500 words).

People fear failure. But in the business world, many people say they could not have succeeded without atfirst failing. Describe your biggest failure, and explain what you learned from the experience and how itwill help you in the future.

PART THREE (OPTIONAL):

What other information do you believe would be helpful to the selection committee in understanding youbetter and in considering your application? (250-word limit)


MBI SCHOLARS

PERSONALESSAY


Instructions for ApplicantsThis recommendation form must be completed by a counselor or teacher who can attest to your academicperformance and personal character. Please complete the top portion and provide an MBI Scholars businessreply envelope for the teacher or counselor to use to return this recommendation form.

Student’s Name _____________________________________________________________________________

Student’s Address ___________________________________________________________________________

Student’s Home Telephone Number ______________________________________________

School _______________________________________________

Counselor/Teacher’s Name _____________________________ Subject Taught _________________________

Instructions for Counselor/TeacherPlease complete the assessment chart below. In addition, on a separate sheet of paper, please provideinsight on the academic abilities, special talents, and personal character of the applicant. We welcomeany information you can provide that will assist the selection committee in distinguishing this applicant fromothers.

If you have concerns about how to verify or expedite receipt of your recommendation, please contact the Officeof Admissions at 240-567-5039. Thank you for your assistance.

Excellent TrulyNo basis Below Above (top 10%, but outstanding

for evaluation average Average average not 2 or 3%) (top 2 or 3%)Intellectual Curiosity � � � � � �

Initiative � � � � � �

Academic Motivation � � � � � �

Creativity � � � � � �

Reaction to Setbacks � � � � � �

Leadership � � � � � �

Maturity � � � � � �

Self-Discipline � � � � � �

Self-Confidence � � � � � �

Integrity � � � � � �

Overall Assessment � � � � � �

Signature____________________________________________ Date__________________________________


MBI SCHOLARS

COUNSELOR/TEACHER RECOMMENDATION


For student use. Please do not submit with application.

� Application for Admission

� Official High School and/or College Transcript

� Official Standardized Test Scores (SAT or ACT) *if required* Returning MC students with 12 credits or less applying to the MBI Scholars program

are not required to submit standardized test scores.

� Personal Essays

� Two (2) Counselor/Teacher Recommendation Forms

I gave the first form to: (Name of Counselor/Teacher) _________________________________________

I gave the second form to: (Name of Counselor/Teacher) ______________________________________

� $25 Application Fee

� Official Advanced Placement, TOEFL, or SAT II Scores (optional)

� Placement Testing Completed. Date _______________________________________________________

� Fall Semester Senior Grades (no later than March 1, 2011) ____________________________________

Please have all documents sent to:

MBI Scholars Programc/o Office of Admissions and Enrollment Management

Montgomery College51 Mannakee Street

Rockville, Maryland 20850


MBI SCHOLARS

APPLICATIONCHECKLIST


For questions about the program, call 240-567-1707 or e-mail [email protected].

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