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Frequently Asked Questions
Will
my credits transfer?
How much
will it cost?
Do
you have financial aid?
Do you have
online courses/programs?
Do you have
the classes I need in…Ionia, HC, Greenville, etc?
What
is the student/teacher ratio?
What testing
is required and how can I prepare?
How much
do books costs?
Are parking
permits required?
Will
my credits transfer?
Each college evaluates, accepts and applies
transfer credits differently. Minimum grades earned and total number
of transfer credits may vary. In order to achieve the most efficient
transfer of courses, students are encouraged to consult an MCC counselor.
Information provided by the receiving college or university will
determine the appropriate coursework for transfer.
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How
much will it cost?
Direct costs include tuition
and fees. Those are pretty easy to calculate. Indirect costs
include books, paper and other office supplies, calculator, transportation,
room and board, and other miscellaneous items. These will vary by
individual.
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Do you
have financial aid?
Yes. All students are eligible one or more
of the three types of financial aid:
Gift Aid
- money that is given to the student for educational expenses
that does not have to be paid back such as grants and scholarships.
Loan Aid -
money that is given to the student for educational expenses that
does have to be paid back similar to a home loan or an automobile
loan.
Work Aid -
money that is earned by the student for educational expenses (usually
jobs are on campus - work hours are scheduled around class times).
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Do you have online
courses/programs?
The number of online courses at MCC continues
to increase. You will find a variety of courses offered directly
through MCC and through our partnership with the Michigan Community
College Virtual Learning Collaborative and with universities offering
bachelors programs online.
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Do you have the classes I need in…Ionia,
Howard City, Greenville, etc?
MCC campuses in Ionia, Howard City, Greenville
and Alma offer a variety of courses that contribute to degree and
certificate program requirements.
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What is
the student/teacher ratio?
Classes average 14 students for each instructor.
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What testing
is required and how can I prepare?
Basic skills assessment (ASSET or COMPASS)
in reading, writing and math is required (some ACT scores may meet
this requirement). These assessment tests measure current skill
levels and are not meant to be studied for. Competency testing to
meet some degree requirements is available in keyboarding, computer
literacy, typing, biology and elementary algebra.
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How much do
books costs?
Book costs vary, but an average is $60.00
per course. You may call the bookstore for prices (989-328-1278)
or go to our bookstore online at www.montcalm.edu/bookstore.
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Are parking
permits required?
Convenient student parking is free and plentiful.
Parking permits are not required.
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