MONTCALM COMMUNITY COLLEGE
STEPS TO GETTING STARTED                                       

APPLY FOR ADMISSION
Submit a completed Application for Admission (printable version) or Adobe Acrobat Reader version (PDF).   Review the Admission policy. 

ARRANGE FOR HIGH SCHOOL OR GED TRANSCRIPTS
To receive financial aid or any college degree, federal regulations require that you provide MCC with official proof of high school or GED completion. Complete and submit a Transcript Request Form to request an official copy of your transcripts. Also request official transcripts for all post-secondary institutions you have attended.

COMPLETE ASSESSMENT TESTING
Minimum skills in reading, writing and math are required for many courses. Testing allows students to gauge their skills in these areas. MCC provides the COMPASS assessment test, and some ACT scores may qualify. Visit the Testing Schedule for further information and testing times. To help you prepare for testing, refer to the Preparation Guide.

REGISTER FOR CLASSES
Register for your classes by completing web registration at www.montcalm.edu/online or submit a Registration Form to MCC Student Services (refer to the Registration Schedule for registration dates and times). Review the most current class schedule for course selection.

PAY FOR CLASSES
Your registration is not complete until you pay your tuition and fees or turn in your deferment from Financial Aid. Look online or see the semester schedule for payment options and timelines.

PURCHASE TEXTBOOKS
Books and supplies may be purchased from MCC’s Bookstore or at the MCC Bookstore online.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES FOR STUDENTS:

•   FINANCIAL AID
  If you plan to apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Allow at least 6 weeks prior to tuition payment deadline to process. Visit Counseling and Career Services for other options in grants and scholarships. Review MCC Foundation Scholarship descriptions and application. For more financial aid information go to www.montcalm.edu/finaid.

• ORIENTATION
  Students must participate in orientation prior to registration at MCC. The requirement for New Student Orientation can be completed ANYTIME after you apply for admission.  It will introduce you to MCC services and resources that are available to facilitate your success as a student at MCC.  Complete our orientation program online, or sign up for in-person orientation by completing and returning the New Student Orientation form.
  

• ACADEMIC COUNSELING
  You are encouraged to meet with a counselor prior to enrollment at MCC (you must meet with a counselor prior to your second registration at MCC). Schedule a counselor appointment by calling 989-328-1266.
• Before meeting with a counselor, complete all assessment and competency testing and allow time for all of your school transcripts to arrive at MCC.

• COMPETENCY TESTING
  Competency testing is available to meet some course requirements or advanced placement. Call 989-328-2111, ext. 311, for further information, or visit the CISlab web page.

For more information: 
     call 989-328-1250
     or call toll free at 877-328-2111 extension 250
     or e-mail to admissions@montcalm.edu

     or

     Complete an Inquiry Form