Founded in 1966, Garrett College. is a college. Located in Maryland, which is a city setting in Maryland, the campus itself is Rural. The campus is home to 754 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.
The Garrett College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 13:1. There are 20 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Garrett College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.
Quick Facts
Acceptance Rate
100%
Application Deadline
Application Fee
0
SAT Range
ACT Range
Admissions at GCC are considered , with ,1% of all applicants being admitted.
In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.
59% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 24% were in the top quarter, and 3% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.
STUDENT LIFE Reviews
We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Garrett College.
0%
“We”re apathetic”
100%
“We know about current events and vote”
0%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
25%
“Sometimes, but not often”
50%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
25%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
25%
“I only go out in groups”
50%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
25%
“I feel extremely safe”
0%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
75%
“We bought the gear”
25%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
75%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
25%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
75%
“They keep regular office hours”
25%
“They”re always available”
75%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
25%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
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“We”re not into drinking at all”
50%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
50%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
0%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
50%
“There might be people who do”
50%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
100%
“We know about current events and vote”
0%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
25%
“Sometimes, but not often”
50%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
25%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
25%
“I only go out in groups”
50%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
25%
“I feel extremely safe”
0%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
75%
“We bought the gear”
25%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
75%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
25%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
75%
“They keep regular office hours”
25%
“They”re always available”
75%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
25%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
5 Students rated on-campus housing 3.3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate off-campus housing?
5 Students rated off-campus housing 3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus food?
6 Students rated campus food 3.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus facilities?
6 Students rated campus facilities 4.4 stars. 67 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate class size?
6 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 83 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate school activities?
6 Students rated school activities 3.6 stars. 17 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate local services?
6 Students rated local services 2.8 stars. 17 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate academics?
6 Students rated academics 4.4 stars. 50 % gave the school a 5.0.
Garrett College REVIEWS
What's your overall opinion of Garrett College?
10 Students rated Garrett College
Everett - 05/22/2024
Garrett College is one of the best experiences I could ever have and I love wrestling and the academics there.
Kylie - 01/25/2023
Garrett College provides newly-graduated high school students with a nice and smooth transition into college life. While there is a lack of some of the common college activities, such as sorority/fraternity groups, football team, etc., there are plenty of other groups and sporting teams that are available to students. The campus is very clean and provides students with a safe, comfortable area to study and hang out with other students. There are wonderful faculty members that are available to help students with any issues or concerns they may be having. The campus is rather small, but the class sizes are also small, so it is never overcrowded. Overall, Garrett College is a very chill and welcoming school that allows students to work towards their degree in a fun and fresh manner.
Lettie - 11/21/2020
Overall this is a great school! Most of the facility contributed to my success while attending. The only reason I am giving three stars is because the housing situation. During COVID-19 the female to male ratio on the campus was very different. So I do not recommend living on campus as a young woman at this time. I also feel I have experienced discrimination as a woman by the RA Life Manager and I am not the only one to attest to this, other female students who work closely with the RA Life Manager said they too have felt uncomfortable about how he has handled some situations. I have heard opinions from male students also agreeing to the fact that the RA Life Manager can be "sexist". So if you are sending your daughter off to college I would just be mindful of this.
Robert - 04/14/2020
Garrett College is a good college especially for a lot of the local kids looking to further there education. It is a nice place to learn and the only downside I would say is that it is just not that big of a school. Most of the professors will help you as much as you need and they male themselves available a lot which is really nice is you are ever having any problems.
Felisha - 01/02/2020
I think Garrett College is an amazing community college for locals, as well as anyone else. Compared to another college I have attended, their communications skills and helpfulness has been outstanding. I have sent multiple emails of questions after questions to the financial aid offices, admissions and aids, professors and registration and they have always gotten back to me very promptly and efficiently. No one has ever complained or just not responded to my emails full of questions rather they are full end questions regarding tuition or something minor regarding an assignment. Garrett College has given me a very pleasant experience with helping me reach my goals and I am very thankful for that.
drew - 04/29/2019
Garrett College is a small school with small class sizes.It is not the fanciest but you definetly get your money out of it. The Natural Resources and Wildlife Technology program is the best and truly pushes your boundaries to become a better person and student. upon graduating you will know things and be able to really impress future employers.
mikayla - 05/11/2017
Where do I begin ? Garrett College is a great institution to begin your higher education. The class ratios are very reasonable, on-on-one time with professors are available. The college's help centers are always dependable students use them to their advantages. Most professors are very flexible with office hours they are available to help. Campus life is vibrant there are usually a number of different events going on throughout each semester. The school has provided tutoring in the residence halls that has been the best thing all year. The students are very eager to learn, and we value our education. Procrastination may come upon us, but we always complete our assignments. Garrett College is a place where students excel !
Angela - 04/26/2017
My experience at Garrett College as a local student has been very fulfilling. Garrett College takes academics very seriously despite being the smallest community college in the state of Maryland. There are lots of school activities to partake in and it is a very rewarding atmosphere.
Brandon - 12/27/2016
It is overall a good college. 20 - 25 students per class. Instructors willing to go the extra mile for students that are truly willing to put forth the effort and a great atmosphere all around. Garrett College offers plenty of resources that any student has access to
Sydnee - 05/02/2016
It's a great school. The professors help you if you ask; with it being such a small college you really get that one-on-one time with your professors. They are here to see/help you succeed in your two years. It's in a very rural area so having a car is extremely recommended!
The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Garrett College is 100%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.
What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
Through college, I have learned much about myself as a person. So often, the worlds of higher education are accused of making their students conform to a certain way of thinking. While this exists in any experience throughout life, I wouldn't find this to especially be the case with higher learning. What I have found is that college has taught me speak for myself. I have learned to express what I feel with tact and, in the right circumstances, without inhibition. College provides students with a safe, stable environment for them to test their interests, and I have found this has helped me to develop creatively. So college has been a value for me to attend because an intellectual and adventurous side of myself has been discovered that might otherwise go unnoticed. College has not given me a distaste for education, but has instead helped me realize and cherish the importance of knowledge. Through mentors in colloege, I plan on pursuing my dreams and aspirations to the fullest.
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It has a rural basis, yet they utilize this location as a benefit--offering unique degree programs that cater to unique interests of students who find themselves here.
The staff are ready and waiting to help the excelling students to achieve at a high level. I have been offered a plethera of opportunities, by professors, to take my learning and personal growth to the next level. This is all made possible by the small and personal classes.
What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?
I have had several bad experiences while being here. Some of the administration seems to not want to help students as much as they should. I have dealt wit alot of confusion there and thats why I would like to go elsewhere now.
What kind of person should not attend this school?
Someone who has an interest in the outdoors and wants to escape the confines of modern cities. This school offers unique oppertunities for development and learning that should interest students who want a college experience that is small and hands on.
What's the most frustrating thing about your school?
The level of academic expectancy is a little below my level. I would personally like to be pushed to or beyond the limits of my personal abilities in order to have maximum intellectual growth. Most of the courses at Garrett College did not present themselves as a great challenge to me.
All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA.
Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.
97% of students attending Garrett College receive some sort of financial aid.
61% were awarded federal grants.41%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.
