Montgomery County Community College Earns Top 10 Military Friendly Schools Designation

MCCC recognized for excellence in supporting veteran and military-connected students

Apr. 17, 2026 at 9:10am

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Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) has been named a 2026-2027 Top 10 Military Friendly® School, earning the prestigious Military Friendly Schools® designation for the second consecutive year. This honor reflects MCCC's unwavering commitment to serving veteran and military-connected students through comprehensive support services, academic resources, and community engagement initiatives.

Why it matters

The Military Friendly® Schools designation is a highly coveted recognition that showcases MCCC's dedication to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for those who have served our country. By exceeding thresholds for student recruitment, retention, academic progress, graduation rates, career placement, and veteran-specific support services, MCCC demonstrates its role as a leader in higher education for the military community.

The details

MCCC offers a range of programs and resources to assist veteran, National Guard/Reserve, active-duty, and military-connected students, including help with VA educational benefits, work-study opportunities, priority registration, a veterans' lounge, academic coaching, and community events. The college's Veterans Resource Center, located on the Blue Bell campus, provides a central hub for these services.

  • MCCC announced its 2026-2027 Military Friendly Schools designation in April 2026.
  • The college has earned this recognition for the second consecutive year.

The players

Montgomery County Community College (MCCC)

A public community college serving students in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, MCCC has been recognized as a top institution for supporting veteran and military-connected students.

Chris Weaver

The Manager of Veteran Services at MCCC, Weaver oversees the college's efforts to create a welcoming and supportive environment for those who have served.

Kayla Lopez

The Vice President of Memberships at Military Friendly®, Lopez praised MCCC's deep-rooted values and strategic commitment to military-connected students.

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What they’re saying

“We are incredibly proud to be recognized as a 2026-2027 Top 10 Military Friendly® School for the second consecutive year. This honor reflects the unwavering dedication of our entire team, whose commitment to serving our veteran and military-connected students continues to make a meaningful impact every day. Together, we strive to create an environment where those who have served— and their families — can succeed and thrive.”

— Chris Weaver, Manager of Veteran Services

“Earning the Military Friendly® designation is more than a badge of honor; it is a reflection of an institution's deep-rooted values and strategic commitment to those who served. These schools don't just open doors for veterans and military spouses, they build sustainable pathways for academic success and long-term impact. Their support is transformative, proving that investing in military-connected students is both a moral imperative and a standard for educational excellence.”

— Kayla Lopez, Vice President of Memberships, Military Friendly®

What’s next

MCCC will be featured in the 2026-2027 Guide to Schools® in the April issue of Military Friendly G.I. Jobs ® magazine and on MilitaryFriendly.com.

The takeaway

MCCC's recognition as a Top 10 Military Friendly® School underscores its unwavering commitment to supporting the academic and professional success of veteran and military-connected students. By providing comprehensive resources and fostering a welcoming community, the college sets a high standard for how institutions of higher education can best serve those who have served our country.