This Fall, Take Advantage of MCC’s Flexible & Accelerated Courses

Middlesex Community College helps students fit education into their busy lives. Starting Tuesday, September 3, the Fall 2024 semester will offer a variety of flexible course options, including on-campus, online and accelerated classes. This includes two eight-week Mini-mesters for students to reach their goals faster.

“Over the years, Mini-mesters have proven to be a popular and convenient option that best meet the needs of many of our students,” said Scott O’Neil, MCC’s Dean of Enrollment Services. “The accelerated classes allow you to fit more classes into your schedule and earn your degree or certificate faster. Mini-mesters also provide an additional start midway through the semester and allow you to commit to a subject in a shorter timeframe.”

MCC’s Mini-mesters provide the same content, academic standards, and number of instructional hours as courses scheduled during the traditional 15-week semester. Accelerated sessions allow students to finish credits faster, take classes over a shorter period of time, and balance their studies with other responsibilities.

Students taking Mini-mester courses can complete general education requirements and earn college credit. They can also explore a variety of subjects, including arts and humanities, business, education, health, social science, public service and STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics).

The accelerated courses allow students to make going to college a priority and a possibility. All MCC students gain access to award-winning student support services and resources to help them succeed from day one, including tutoring and advising in academics, career and financial wellness.

Students enrolled in Mini-mester I and II may also qualify for financial aid. MCC encourages students to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) as early as possible to find out their eligibility.

The college will host two FAFSA Completion workshops to provide an overview and assistance in filling out the form. The workshops will take place from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 11 in the Computer Lab in MCC’s Cowan Center on the Lowell campus and from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 1 in the Computer Lab in the Academic Resource Center on the Bedford campus.

“We have a team of financial aid experts on staff who can help you earn as much financial aid as possible,” O’Neil said. “Fill out your FAFSA so we can customize your package and ensure you leave MCC with as little debt as possible.”

While Fall Mini-mester I begins the same day as the traditional semester on Tuesday, September 3, MCC’s Fall Mini-mester II will start later in the semester on Monday, October 28.

Visit www.middlesex.mass.edu/registration/ for more information and to register for classes.