Who May Attend

CCM Admissions Policy

County College of Morris (CCM) is open to all students who may benefit from college level study and who have a reasonable chance of successfully completing its courses and programs. Applicants seeking admission as degree-seeking (matriculated) students are required to provide one of the following documents to demonstrate their preparedness or a demonstrated ability to benefit from post-secondary studies. Please note the section Restricted and Capped Programs for exceptions.

  • High School Diploma
  • State Issued HS Diploma issued based on:
    • General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
    • High School Equivalency Test (HSET)
    • Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC)
    • Thirty (30) College Credit Program
  • Home School Certificate
  • Final High School transcript with graduation date 

The college reserves the right to refuse admission to any applicant where there is evidence that the individual would endanger his or her own health or safety or the health or safety of others.

Admissions Policy for Pre-College Age Students

State-Issued High School Diploma

Prospective students who have left high school and have not received their diploma or a GED may attend CCM to pursue a state-issued high school diploma. These prospective students must apply as a non-degree-seeking student. Prospective students must schedule an appointment to meet with an Admissions Counselor by calling 973-328-5100.

Prospective students must take and pass placement exams in English, mathematics and technology literacy. Once enrolled in CCM, students must take courses in designated subject areas as per the State of New Jersey requirements equaling 30 total credit hours. Upon completion, the student may request an official transcript be sent to the State of New Jersey for the issuance of the high school diploma.

Procedures for Pre-College-Age Students

Students who wish to enroll in a college course or courses while still in high school may do so through one of the following programs:

  • Academy, Share Time, or Early College Programs through Morris County School of Technology
  • Challenger Program (including home-schooled)
  • CCM Titans Express - Dual Enrollment Program

Please contact your high school guidance counselor for details regarding these programs. Additional information is also available through the Admissions office, 973-328-5100.