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Your Future as a Centurion Starts Here.

Guide to Getting Started

Joining Montcalm Community College is the first step toward achieving your goals. With flexible programs, supportive faculty, and resources designed to help you succeed, MCC makes starting your college journey simple and rewarding. Explore your options and take the next step today!

Explore Programs

MCC offers a diverse selection of degrees, certificates, and job training programs to help you reach your goals. Explore our programs, and if you need guidance, schedule an appointment with an Admissions Representative to start your journey as an MCC Centurion.

On-Campus Housing

Make MCC your home away from home! Carbonelli Villas, MCC's new on-campus housing facility, opens for the Fall 2026 semester and offers students a convenient, connected campus living experience. Learn more, take a tour, and apply now.

Schedule a College Conversation

Book an appointment with an Admissions Representative to chat about joining Montcalm Community College. We are happy to walk you through the steps to getting started and answer any questions you might have.

Career Services

Not sure which career path is right for you?Explore your options on our Career Services page and schedule a meeting with MCC’s career advisor to start planning your future today.

How to Pay for College

Paying for college doesn’t have to be overwhelming—we’re here to make it easier! MCC’s low tuition rates, combined with MCCF scholarships, community scholarships, and state and federal financial aid, help make college highly affordable. Reducing financial stress is key to your success, so explore the many ways you can fund your education today.

Tuition & Fees

MCC is committed to keeping higher education accessible and affordable. Our tuition and fees are among the lowest in the region, with flexible payment options and financial aid available to help you reach your goals without breaking the bank.

Financial Aid & Loans

Financial aid helps cover college costs through grants, scholarships, work-study, and loans—some of which you don’t have to pay back. Student loans are borrowed money that must be repaid with interest, so borrow only what you need and understand the terms before accepting.

MCC Foundation Scholarships

The MCC Foundation offers a variety of scholarships to help make college more affordable. These awards are based on factors like academic achievement, financial need, and program of study, and they do not need to be repaid.

Community College Guarantee

The CC Guarantee provides tuition and mandatory fee coverage for in-district Michigan high school graduates who enroll full-time at a community or tribal college within 15 months of graduation regardless of GPA or family income. Pell-eligible students may also receive a $1,000 bonus to help cover additional college expenses.

Michigan Reconnect

Michigan Reconnect helps Michigan residents age 21+ earn a degree or certificate by covering in-district tuition and fees at community colleges. It’s a last-dollar scholarship, so you pay less after other aid is applied.

Veterans & Military

MCC proudly supports veterans and active-duty service members with education benefits, including tuition assistance, GI Bill® programs, and dedicated resources to help you transition to college life. Our team is here to guide you through eligibility and application steps.

NEW for Fall 2026 - Ionia County Guarantee

In collaboration with the Montcalm Community College Foundation (MCCF), beginning in Fall 2026, this scholarship pays tuition for qualifying Ionia County students after all other sources of financial aid are applied to the student’s account.

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Group of runners on MCC's Sidney campus during the 10th Annual Bramble Ramble race.

August 31, 2026

Bramble Ramble sees new race director for 11th annual race

This year's race will take place on Saturday, September 19 at 9 a.m. at the Robert E. Marston Pavilion on MCC's Sidney campus.
Team shot of the women's volleyball team for the 26-27 season. They are outside sitting on green grass with trees in the background.

August 26, 2026

OFF AND RUNNING: Centurions volleyball faces several road games to begin season

Though it did not pick up a win in the opening weekend tournament in Rockford, Illinois, the Centurions women’s volleyball team earned experience that hopefully will help when conference play begins.

August 21, 2026

‘THE WORLD AT HIS FINGERTIPS’: Centurions sophomore Jahmere Evans looks to reach next level on the basketball court

Since signing with the team, the 19-year-old sophomore shooting guard/forward from Indianapolis, Indiana has grown three inches taller, from 6-foot, 2-inches to 6-foot, 5-inches. And, according to head coach Zach Ingles, Evans’ game is naturally growing, too.