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Do You Have a Dream of Earning a College Degree?

Jumpstart your academic journey at MCC.


We offer over 60 associate degree programs designed to give you an early start on your program of study.

At MCC, you can earn an Associate in Arts (AA) or Associate in Science (AS) to:

  1. Complete transferable credits
  2. Gain knowledge and skills to enter the workforce

Featuring flexible and affordable options, we help you fit education into your busy life. Our career-focused options focus on seven pathways to help you stay on track and complete core courses.

Options include:

Frequently Asked Questions About MCC Associate Degrees

An associate degree is the academic credential certifying you have met specified standards for graduation (the number of course credits and completion of required courses with satisfactory grades).

The associate degree is generally equivalent to the first four semesters of a bachelor’s degree program.

Some associate degree programs are designed to prepare you for transfer to schools that offer bachelor’s degree programs. Others prepare you to enter the workforce upon completion.

At MCC, you can earn an Associate in Arts (AA) or Associate in Science (AS).

The length of time it takes to earn an associate degree at MCC varies by individual student and program.
 
At MCC, you may complete an associate degree as a:
  • Part-time student
  • Full-time student
To receive the associate degree, you usually must complete at least 20 courses and earn a minimum of 60 credits. The number of credits varies, with totals from 60 to 75, according to the requirements of individual programs.

Yes! Always apply for financial aid when attending college.
 
This will help you:
 
  • Put together the best financial aid package available to you
    • Qualify for free college if you are eligible
    • Apply for scholarships and grants

 


Massachusetts residents can earn an associate degree for FREE!

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 admissions@middlesex.edu
 1-800-818-3434





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