MIDDLESEX COMMUNITY COLLEGE, BEDFORD

As one of the largest community colleges in Massachusetts, Middlesex Community College (MCC) would be an ideal place for ambitious college seekers looking for a range of educational options. Although the school has campuses in Bedford and Lowell, many of their students opt to take classes online. Those who take online courses in combination with weekend classes at an MCC campus can finish their associate degrees in about 17 months. The school has an array of disciplines from which to choose: t... hey offer more than 75 degree and certificate programs such as Business Administration, Culinary Arts, and Fashion Merchandising. There are academic advisors and tutors onsite as well to aid students with their goals and assignments. MCC also provides alternatives to those who want to continue their education: after achieving an associate’s degree, students who qualify can transfer to state colleges such as Salem or Framingham to continue a bachelor’s degree program. To help with tuition costs, financial assistance is available to those who are eligible. The school also gives students some flexibility on payments. For a small fee, students have the choice to split up their tuition costs into separate payments throughout the semester. Whether you are looking for a 200-acre campus in a more rural area like Bedford or an urban setting in Lowell’s downtown campus, Middlesex Community College might have exactly what you are looking for in a college experience. Courses can even be taken online if you would rather stay in the comfort of your own home.More