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Richard Montgomery IB Admissions Overview
Who can apply, the world language requirement, and what the application includes.
Read the guideKey Dates
The application window, the Round 1 and Round 2 dates, with a live countdown.
See the datesApplication Preparation
The criteria MCPS publishes and the two application essays.
Plan preparationSchool Fit
What to weigh beyond selectivity before your student applies.
Think it throughParent FAQ
Short answers to the questions families ask most.
Read the FAQRichard Montgomery IB admissions timeline for fall 2027 entry
Every published date for the Richard Montgomery IB application: Round 1 closes November 6, Round 2 and acceptance February 12, results in January and March.
Read the guideRichard Montgomery IB benchmarks and the two essays for fall 2027
The 80th percentile and 3.25 GPA lottery benchmark, the 95th percentile and 3.75 GPA central review, and the two 300 word essay questions.
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