my.CSMD
1. Apply to CSM
The first step in becoming a CSM student is to apply for admission.
Admissions
Take the next step on the path to success at the College of Southern Maryland.
Whatever your goals for yourself, find your path to educational and professional achievement at CSM. Earn your associate degree, earn credits for transfer, or take advantage of our many partnerships and articulation agreements on your way to your bachelor’s degree. An education that can take you anywhere starts here.
Steps to Enroll
Your CSM education begins with a three-step process: apply to CSM, check your college readiness, and register for your classes.
2. Check College Readiness
A strong start in your first semester builds momentum and confidence. Find the courses that fit your knowledge and abilities by: taking the CSM Placement Test; submitting your scores from the SAT, ACT, GED, or Advanced Placement standardized tests; providing your high school transcript; or showing completion of prior college-level English or Mathematics coursework.
3. Register for Classes
Once you’re accepted to CSM, register for your classes and start turning promise and potential into reality.
Next Steps on the Road to Success
When you enroll at CSM, you’ll gain access to a wealth of financial assistance opportunities to keep college affordable for you. To learn about financial assistance, get more information on the FAFSA, calculate the cost of your CSM education, and much more, visit our Costs & Aid page.
Your college education is a new and exciting chapter in your life. Whether it’s been months or years since you’ve been a student, there’s a lot to learn and you probably have lots of questions. "Hawk: Ready!" New Student Orientation will introduce you to the college and provide you with the information you need to excel during your time at CSM.
To get started, click here to log in to your my.CSMD account and be taken to New Student Orientation, or click on New Student Orientation in the Announcements section of my.CSMD.
If you haven’t decided yet on which program to pursue, we suggest you take the Career Coach assessment and make an appointment with an advisor to review the results.
Arrange payment for any outstanding balance on your account by the payment due date. You can pay your balance in full or enroll in the CSM Tuition Payment Plan to pay your bill in monthly installments.
Additional Steps and Special Circumstances
Some students may need to provide additional documents or information based on their circumstances. See below for any requirements relevant to you. Not sure which category applies to you? Contact one of our Enrollment Coordinators for assistance.
- New, First-Time Students
- Returning Students
- Visiting Students
- High School Students
- Incoming Transfer Students
- Veterans
- International Students
If you have not earned college credits before applying to CSM, you are a new, first-time student. Applying as a new, first-time student doesn’t require additional steps or information aside from what’s mentioned above.
We want to make it simple to pick up where you left off with your studies.
If you are currently enrolled at another institution, you can take courses at CSM and transfer the credits you’ve earned back to your home institution.
- If you are a new student, you will need to submit an admissions application. After your application is confirmed, you will be issued a student ID number.
- If you are planning to use financial aid, you must declare a major similar to the major at your primary/degree-granting institution. Financial aid will not be awarded without a major being declared.
- Email advisor@csmd.edu, visit Advising on-campus, or call the Hawk Hub at 301-934-7574 to meet with an academic advisor.
- If course has a pre-req, you must provide an unofficial transcript and complete a Pre-Req Waiver Form. If pre-req is not currently in CSM database, a syllabus will be required.
- After the steps above have been successfully completed, you will be granted permission to register.
Current high school students can take classes to earn college credit while still in high school, before graduating.
View Steps to Enroll for Dual Enrollment
If you’ve previously earned college credits from another institution and want to transfer to CSM, you’ll need to submit your official transcript and a transcript evaluation request form. The evaluation process can take four to six weeks, so be sure to submit your transcripts and the evaluation request in a timely manner.
The College of Southern Maryland is honored to serve those who serve. We take pride in partnering with veterans and military-dependent students to make sure you get the most of the benefits you’ve earned. The commitment is so important to us that we have been identified as a veteran- and military-friendly institution.
CSM welcomes students from all over the world and the ideas, experiences, and cultural diversity they provide. Learn more about the requirements and admissions process for pursuing your higher education as an international student at CSM.
Returning Students
Life can be full of detours, but it’s never too late to get back on track, and the CSM community is excited to welcome you back. Your education is a path that leads to endless possibilities and opportunities, and you won’t be traveling alone. We’re here to guide you and accompany you on the road to success.
Partnership with Re-Up
CSM has partnered with ReUp Education to reach out to former CSM students who have had to put their studies on pause.
The ReUp coaching team will support you through the re-enrollment process and work with you to determine what you need to be successful in your chosen degree path at no cost to you.
If you have been identified to participate in our ReUp partnership, a Success Coach will reach out to you.