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You are a New Student at MCC if you have graduated high school or completed your GED and have never attended MCC before.

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01 Pick a Path Unsure where to start? Look through our Degrees and Certificates to browse all MCC has to offer. Or answer some quick questions and get career suggestions based on your interests using our Career Coach tool.

If you’re looking to start at MCC and then transfer, you can explore transfer programs. Plus, the MCC Transfer Center is here to help you with transfer planning and on-campus connections to college and university representatives.
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02 Apply and Confirm Your Attendance Applying is always free. Once you create an account and complete an application, you will receive an email asking to confirm your attendance.
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03 Academic Advising Appointment

Schedule by calling the MCC Contact Center at 531-MCC-5231 or contact your advisor directly (see Academic Focus Area Student Success Teams). Schedule early, advising appointments may be restricted during the two weeks prior to the start of a quarter. Bring ACT scores, Accuplacer scores, high school transcripts and transcripts from previous institutions attended to your academic advising appointment.

*If you are a new student planning to register for courses, complete the online application before coming to your appointment.

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04 Get Financial Aid MCC is committed to connecting you to the resources you need to pursue your goals. All students are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). MCC offers a variety of resources to help.

FAFSA application help
Scholarships
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05 Attend New Student Orientation Next up, attend New Student Orientation online. This is a valuable session that will set you up for success as you start at MCC.
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06 Meet with a Success Navigator Navigators can help customize an educational plan that works for you and set up your first quarter at MCC.

Schedule a Navigator Appointment

Additional Support

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