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College in La Plata, MD. Operating on a semester system.
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Life in La Plata for College of Southern Maryland Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in La Plata.
Timezone
Eastern Time (ET)
Median Rent
$1,800
Cost of Living Index
110
City Transportation
Public Transit
VanGO Bus Service
Nearest Airports
Maryland Airport (nearby)
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid subtropical
Avg Annual Temp
58°F
Avg Snowfall
13 in
Campus Operations Snapshot
Student Facilities
CSM La Plata Campus Library
Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Friday limited hours
CSM La Plata Campus Fitness Center
Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
CSM Student Center (La Plata)
Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Friday 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
CSM Leonardtown Campus Library
Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
CSM Regional Hughesville Campus Conference Center
Monday-Friday and Second Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
CSM Campus General Access
Monday-Friday 7 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Parking and Transit
Parking option 1
Parking option 2
Campus News
Latest updates from College of Southern Maryland
Severe Weather Monitoring and Preparedness
The College of Southern Maryland is actively monitoring National Weather Service reports for severe weather, including high winds, thunderstorms, and tornado watches/warnings. Students, staff, and faculty are advised to review weather safety guidelines, be prepared to seek shelter, and monitor official alerts. Shelter in place instructions will be issued if hazardous weather is imminent.
CSM Safe App and CSM.TXT Emergency Notification Services
All CSM community members are urged to download the CSM Safe App and sign up for CSM.TXT alerts to receive instant notifications and instructions for emergencies, campus closings, delayed openings, and safety threats. These platforms provide real-time updates and guidance during campus emergencies.
Future Nightingales Endowed Scholarship Established at CSM to Support Future Nurses
The College of Southern Maryland Foundation partnered with the Maryland Academy of Advanced Practice Clinicians to establish a $57,500 endowed scholarship for nursing students, supporting those with financial need and aiming to strengthen the region's healthcare workforce.
Oct 1, 2025
Read MoreCSM Launches Thrive 60+ Lifelong Learning Program for Adults Age 60 and Up
CSM introduced the Thrive 60+ program, offering free and low-cost continuing education opportunities for adults aged 60 and older, expanding access to lifelong learning in Southern Maryland.
Oct 10, 2025
Read MoreUpcoming Events
What's happening at College of Southern Maryland
Night of Engineering
October 29, 2025 at 18:00
SMART Building, 44219 Airport Road, California, MD
Explore CSM’s engineering program with hands-on activities, faculty meet-and-greet, and building tours. Also available via Zoom.
Dual Enrollment Virtual Information Night (St. Mary's County)
October 21, 2025 at 18:00
Campus Details
Academic System
Semester
Email Domain
@csmd.edu
Current Term: Spring Semester
Start: January 20, 2026
End: May 17, 2026
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