Applicants Whose Primary Language Is Not English The college's mission of access and inclusion offers educational opportunities to persons seeking a college education and who need to increase their English language proficiency. The college employs bilingual staff members (Spanish, Portuguese, French, Korean, Russian, Vietnamese, etc.) to assist all students needing guidance with their initial enrollment processes. Many documents are translated into Spanish to aid in the admissions and financial aid process as well. Primary speakers of Spanish or other languages may apply to any academic program and may enroll in English as a second language or other English courses as needed, to satisfy prerequisite requirements. To obtain information in Spanish, please call the admissions office at 978-630-9110.
Solicitantes que su Lenguaje Primario No es Inglés La misión de la colegio de acceso e inclusión ofrece oportunidades a personas que buscan educación y necesitan aumentar su conocimiento del Inglés. La colegio emplea personas que son bilingües para asistir a los estudiantes que necesiten ayuda con su proceso inicial de inscripción (Español, Portugues, Frances, Koreano, Ruso, etc.). Varios documentos son traducidos al Español para ayudar con el proceso de admisión y asistencia económica. Personas que su lenguaje primario es el Español u otro lenguaje, pueden aplicar a cualquier programa académico y pueden matricularse en Inglés como Segundo Idioma u otros cursos en Inglés para cumplir con sus requisitos.
College Placement Test (CPT) Each student (matriculated and non-matriculated) must take the College Placement Test (CPT) to determine his or her level of proficiency in reading, writing, and math (placement testing may be waived for transfer students who have completed previous college-level English and math courses). Students must complete all sections of the CPT, regardless of their desired course or program. The results are used by an academic advisor to place a student in appropriate courses. Students whose skills in these areas are not college level are placed in either foundation and/or English as a Second Language courses, as appropriate. The reading, mathematics, and writing tests are computerized and may be repeated upon recommendation from an academic advisor. There is a $10 re-test fee. Students are allowed one retest. Permission for a third attempt may be granted under special circumstances. The scores are valid for a period of three years. Information about the content of the CPT and how to review for the CPT as well as information regarding scheduling an appointment for testing is at http://www.mwcc.edu/services/testing. Students may also call 978-630-9244 for this information.
Students with a documented disability who need an accommodation should contact the coordinator for students with disabilities; 978-630-9120 before scheduling a placement test.
Campus Tours & Information Sessions Prospective students are encouraged to visit MWCC, tour the campus facilities, and attend one of our general information sessions. General Information Sessions are offered Monday - Thursday at 3:00 p.m., Fridays by appointment, and as able, other days/times by appointment. To schedule a tour call 978-630-9110.
Documentation of High School Diploma or Equivalency For proof of high school diploma or equivalency, the college will accept any of the following: 1.
An official high school or GED transcript sent directly from the awarding site. 2. Self-certification of completion of a high school degree, if the certification is provided after the high school graduation date. Students must follow-up with official high school or GED transcript sent to the admissions office. 3. Original high school diploma or original GED certificate brought to the office (photocopy retained). 4. Letter from school superintendent (on official letterhead and with high school seal) indicating approved education plan and stating date of graduation and/or completion of high school or home school education. 5. For records that are unobtainable or destroyed, applicants may submit a letter from the school superintendent (on official letterhead and with high school seal) indicating date of graduation and/or completion of high school. Those documents awarded from a country outside of the U.S. must be translated and evaluated to U.S. standards through a credential evaluating agency. Agencies can be found on the web at www.naces.org
Dual Enrollment High school students who intend to complete a portion of their junior or senior year at the college through MWCC’s Dual Enrollment program must: •
Submit a completed high school/home school college application with your guidance counselor, including a $10 nonrefundable application fee. This form is available on our website or by calling the admissions office at 978-630-9110.
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