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here to help An inclusive, welcoming learning environment that move you promotes success Education programs forward. for students of all ages We provide paths to pursue advanced degrees, a foundation for success in specialty industries, Student and parent increased earning potential and job placement. resources to help you stay on purpose and on track

“My instructors are very 5 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT MCC easy to get a hold of. They always respond within a few With one of the Classes are offered in ways MCC faculty prepare MCC is on a quarter Class credits from lowest tuition rates that work for you, so they students for informed and system, offering MCC transfer to many minutes if I send them an email, in , MCC fit your schedule, and a productive lives through you more class start colleges around the which I have done a lot.” is the smart choice 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio close connections. times throughout country, helping when it comes to means smaller classes which the year. you transition to a Bradley Hawkins, 1college education. 2 help you feel more supported. 3 4 5 four-year degree. Auto Collision Technology student 2 Metropolitan Community College Viewbook mccneb.edu | 531-MCC-2400 3 4 Metropolitan Community College Viewbook Be in a class all

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own. AVERAGE STUDENT AGE 26 Sources: 2018-19MCC ProgramTypeDistributionReport andFactSheetReport,OfficeofInstitutional Effectiveness. 54 37 FULL-TIME STUDENTS FEMALE

YEARS % % 31 STUDENTS OFCOLOR % 46 63 PART-TIME STUDENTS OF OURUNDERGRADS AREUNDECIDED MALE ABOUT THEIRPROGRAMOFSTUDY 13 % % % mccneb.edu | 531-MCC-2400 mccneb.edu 5 “I chose MCC because it is INDUSTRIAL AND cost effective and offers CONSTRUCTION TRANSPORTATION flexibility with day and Programs evening classes. This makes Architectural Design Technology Auto Collision Technology Civil Engineering Technology Automotive Technology it possible for me to work, of study Construction and Building Science Diesel Technology take classes and still be there Electrical Technology Industrial and Commercial Trades Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanical Design Technology for my boys.” ART, DESIGN AND (HVAC) Precision Machine Technology COMMUNICATIONS Plumbing Process Operations Technology Cassandra Wright Utility Line Technology Art Welding Technology CDL program graduate Communication CULINARY, HOSPITALITY Design, Interactivity and Media Arts AND HORTICULTURE Fashion Design Interior Design INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Culinary Arts and Management Photography Horticulture, Land Systems and Management Theatre Hospitality and Restaurant Leadership Computer Technology Transfer Video/Audio Communication Arts Information Technology Interdisciplinary Studies Versatilist Information Technology HEALTH SCIENCES AND BUSINESS, LEGAL HEALTH INFORMATION AND OFFICE TECHNOLOGY Health LIBERAL ARTS, SCIENCES Accounting/Bookkeeping Ì Respiratory Care Technology AND GENERAL STUDIES Business Management Ì Dental Assisting Entrepreneurship Ì Medical Assisting Associate in Applied Science Degree Legal Studies Ì Paramedicine Associate in Arts Degree Office Technology Ì Public Health Associate in Science Degree Health Technology COMMUNITY AND Ì Health Data and Information Management HUMAN SERVICES Ì Health Information Management Systems Ì Health Information Technology Professional Do your degree Criminal Justice Nursing Early Childhood Education Ì Professional Health Studies Fire Science Technology Human Services Not ready to decide? That’s OK. differently Enroll in a single course, or work toward a certificate or degree. Explore all program options atmccneb.edu/programs. 6 Metropolitan Community College Viewbook 7 MCC LIVE ONLINE FACE-TO-FACE FLEXIBLE ` CONVENIENT When the instructor and students are interacting at the same time, in the same Same day; same time; anywhere with a variety physical location. of programs and courses. DELIVERY ` FLEXIBLE MCC LIVE ONLINE From home, work or in between; wherever. Scheduled classes online, where students log in ` MEANINGFUL Learning at MCC is to a program with instructors and peers, on the First-rate curriculum that exposes students same day, at the same time. convenient, flexible and to academically rigorous and relevant classes meaningful. This means that will prepare them for the workplace or formats that work for you and for what’s next. ensure you achieve the skills and knowledge to enter work MCC ANYTIME or continue your education. Classes are unscheduled, where students log in Online or on-campus, MCC to a program at any time to complete their work. gives you choices on how to go about your path. MCC BLENDED Courses that combine face-to-face and an online format (MCC Live Online or MCC Anytime).

MCC DUAL CREDIT High School students can experience College programs while earning post-secondary credits.

8 Metropolitan Community College Viewbook mccneb.edu | 531-MCC-2400 9 “The instructors invest time with students. They make it a good experience for me. They always Your help you and give you time to grow and learn if you need the help.”

MCC faculty prepares students Matthew Logan for informed and productive Diesel Technology graduate lives through close connections with instructors. When you ask instructors an MCC grad what they value “I give a lot of credit to my most about their experience, teachers. They are people many talk about their who cultured and nurtured student-to-faculty ratio relationships with instructors. young talent. They saw students who were eager to learn and allowed them will know to do more than just the standard curriculum.” At MCC, we believe in doing education in a different way—one that works for you. Our faculty is a Tim Nicholson key part of moving you forward. MCC instructors Culinary Arts graduate go beyond teaching you; they invest in you. Beyond academics, it’s a connection and a quality you. educational experience that’s truly special.

10 Metropolitan Community College Viewbook mccneb.edu | 531-MCC-2400 11 Certificates TRIO You can earn certificates in many TRIO is a federally Launch of the associate degree programs funded program that offered at MCC. Certificates are quick helps low-income and ways to add meaningful education first-generation college to your resume. students acquire the skills and your motivation to earn a bachelor’s Internships degree. TRIO offers academic support and workshops, Various programs at MCC require advising, and more. an internship, so students can gain real-world experience in their chosen mccneb.edu/TRIO NEXT field while earning college credit. Career navigators at each campus Veterans Upward Bound can guide you to the VUB serves the needs of today’s best opportunities. veterans through a unique range STE P. of services that help participants ESL transition into college learning, Throughout the year, students including academic needs MCC offers alternatives wanting to learn English can enroll assessment, instruction, enrichment and other to help you achieve in various English literacy and “My education has opened support activities. academic and foundational English classes. doors for me. At 52 years professional success, mccneb.edu/ESL mccneb.edu/VUB old, I was on a track that whether you’re new to made sense for me based college life or looking GED on my work history. One to upgrade your Students who did not graduate day, I decided that I wanted abilities; your next step high school can complete their GED to do what I enjoyed. My starts here. through MCC. The Adult Education education has helped turn program helps students on the path to college education, new careers my hobby into a career.” and self-confidence. Demetria Geralds mccneb.edu/adulteducation Fashion Design graduate

12 Metropolitan Community College Viewbook mccneb.edu | 531-MCC-2400 13 Fort Omaha Campus Elkhorn Valley Campus MCC is The Fort campus has a rich historical The EVC houses most of the College’s HUNGRY? background, where 19th century Art programs, including Fashion Design, buildings exist along with advanced Photography, Video Production and more. Our campuses offer many DODGE technology. This location was once a The campus also includes an outdoor patio, different food options, whether COUNTY the place military base and where Chief Standing three frisbee golf holes and the Gallery of you need a quick snack before WASHINGTON Bear awaited trial. FOC has more than Art and Design, which displays a mix of class, or you want to sit down Fremont Area Center COUNTY 80,000 square feet of classroom space. student-created work and traveling exhibits. and eat lunch between classes. to be. Most of the College’s Construction, Culinary and Information Technology Applied Technology Center Fort Omaha Campus programs are housed here, along with With nine locations and online, Automotive Repair, Diesel Technology and Ì Sage Student Bistro: Metropolitan Community Applied Technology Center many others. Fire Science programs, along with a few a student-run restaurant classroom College is accessible to students others, are located çat ATC. This center with a menu that changes Fort Omaha Campus South Omaha Campus in Douglas, Dodge, Sarpy and provides a mix of classroom and lab space each quarter. DOUGLAS Washington counties. SOC is a hub for Automotive for students to learn and practice their skills. Ì L’Marie’s Food and Snack: COUNTY MCC North Express Technology, Business, Healthcare and hot and cold food options, located Our students get to enjoy the Manufacturing programs, among others. Sarpy Center in Building 10 and the bookstore Elkhorn Valley Campus familiar and accessible aspects MCC South Express The campus is comprised of three Located within the La Vista Public Library, in the Career and Academic MCC at Do Space of our campus neighborhood buildings: the Mahoney building, the Sarpy Center is the home of many general Skills Center. Center for Advanced Manufacturing and areas all in close reach of the South Omaha Campus education classes, academic transfer classes, Elkhorn Valley Campus the Connector building. as well as career education courses. city center. MCC makes it easy Sarpy Center Ì Mojo Café: grab n’ go items, coffee and more. to focus on learning, creating SARPY COUNTY MCC centers friendships and becoming part South Omaha Campus MCC North Express, South Express, MCC of a community. Offutt Center Ì Mojo Café at Do Space and the Fremont Area Center Ì Subway: Multiple programs and resources all offer classes and resources in their subs, salads and more. are available to students, making respective neighborhoods. These locations For all locations and hours, each of our locations unique. also feature offerings such as Continuing Education, Adult Education and GED classes. visit mccneb.edu/dining.

We offer campus tours throughout the week at FOC, SOC and EVC, MCC STUDENTS CAN RIDE THE BUS FOR FREE WITH PASS TO CLASS. or you can schedule one at a time that works for you. Visit SEE YOURSELF To learn more: mccneb.edu/tours to get started or to take a virtual tour. NO CAR? Visit any Student We also host open house events throughout the year to showcase our OR Visit mccneb.edu/passtoclass OR Call 531-MCC-2400 at MCC. campuses, programs and services in August, October, January and April. NO PROBLEM. Services location 14 15 MCC has many student services that can help We are make your educational journey a little smoother. Advising and Support Learning and Tutoring Centers MCC has professional academic advisors, enrollment For students who need assistance with their work, here to navigators and advocacy counselors available to help conducting research or help finding their way around the with long-range program planning, scheduling and course College, there are multiple Learning and Tutoring Centers selections. They can teach you strong student practices, on different campuses. Both the Math Center and the provide support and help strengthen your skills. Advisors Writing Center offer tutoring and one-on-one help. help you. are on all major campuses and appointments can be made in-person or at mccneb.edu/advising. Testing Centers We want to help you succeed MCC Testing Centers are dedicated to providing every step of the way at MCC Career Services quality assessment and testing services for admission, and beyond. That means MCC Career Services offers resources to help plan certification and proficiency exams. Testing Centers also personal and professional your future, including skill-finder tests, job shadowing, offer placement testing on various subjects such as math, support. Resources for military workshops, internships and more. MCC also partners with writing and reading. and veterans, first-generation, the Nebraska Department of Labor and can help connect low-income and students with you to thousands of internships and job opportunities. Military and Veteran Services disabilities. MCC offers support MCC welcomes all active military and veterans. Military with your success in mind. Disability Support Services and Veterans Services aids active, reserve and guard MCC wants to ensure that every student has what they service members, veterans, spouses and qualified Being an MCC student means need to receive a first-class education. Students can dependent students in reaching their educational and being part of a community— request reasonable accommodations to achieve equal career goals. South Omaha Campus houses the Veterans a community that is all about access at the College. and Military Resource Center which offers information getting you to graduation on benefits, private study rooms, academic support and armed with the skills you more. Visit mccneb.edu/veteranscenter to learn more. need to launch an “The professors appreciate the students MCC Police amazing career. and make them feel comfortable and Our students should always feel safe on MCC campuses. welcome. MCC will always be at the MCC Police patrol campus locations 24 hours a day, seven top of my list.” days a week. They can also assist with on-campus motor vehicle accidents, respond to medical emergencies, Charles Ahovissi jumpstart cars, provide a safe escort to a building or Liberal Arts Academic Transfer graduate vehicle and more. 16 Metropolitan Community College Viewbook mccneb.edu | 531-MCC-2400 17 “Delivering highly relevant training for a changing workforce is a niche that MCC The MCC Life MCC graduates has figured out how to serve. We’re very proud of our partnership. MCC offers our employees an incredible amount of flexibility Students can participate in clubs, and customization with options for in-person, organizations, intramural sports and more. are regularly on-site, online or blended learning solutions.” With more than 20 options to choose from, Andrea Hargus there are thousands of possible friends director of Human Resources, Mutual of Omaha waiting to meet you. recruited by

MCC Ambassadors MCC organizations and clubs include: “We are proud to partner with MCC in the top companies. placement of their graduating Automotive Student ambassadors are chosen to represent MCC at Ì American Institute of Graphic Arts students. Overall, MCC students are #BEKIND various events, lead campus tours, speak about their Ì dedicated, hard-working, and possess the MCC experience at student orientations and more. Ì CRU skills necessary to succeed in their pursuit Ì Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization of becoming top-level technicians.” SkillsUSA Ì Ecology Club “The student is in the driver’s Ì Global Student Club seat—we are here to help them Randy Jakub Students in career and technical fields gain recognition Ì Kappa Beta Delta: an international honor society unlock the doors to their future lead recruiter, Baxter Auto Group through SkillsUSA. They also gain leadership skills, for students in business, management and administration confidence and employability career and educational journey Ì MCC Artist Guild in their respective fields. at MCC.” Ì MCC Photo Club “Enterprise Properties, Inc. and its affiliated Ì MCC Student Paralegal Association Monique Cribbs companies have hired MCC students from both Student Advisory Council Ì MCC Cinema and Media Society/Video Club director of Enrollment the Building Science and Construction as well SAC helps keep strong communication between Ì Mu Gamma Gamma: fosters academic and public awareness of as the Architectural Design programs. Students criminal justice issues College leadership and its students. Each fall, elections “The teachers are more caring. come out of these programs with knowledge of Ì Native American Cultural Awareness Student Association are held with one student serving as a representative, They’re more hands-on. They the construction industry that shows the time and reporting to the MCC Board of Governors each month. Ì Phi Theta Kappa: an international honor society for two-year colleges have more time to focus on resources MCC has invested into their future.” Ì S.A.F.E. each student.” Nathan Crick Ì Student Advisory Council Nate Barry senior recruiting manager, Enterprise Properties, Inc. Ì Student Veterans of America Ì Tri-Omega Culinary Competition Team dean of Construction Education

18 Metropolitan Community College Viewbook mccneb.edu | 531-MCC-2400 19 Fort Omaha Intertribal Powwow YOU MATTER Each year, Native American tribes from all over the region travel to the MCC Fort Omaha Campus to HERE. celebrate unity and tradition. The MCC welcomes and celebrates annual Fort Omaha Intertribal all cultures, races and religions. Powwow highlights Native American Faculty and staff are committed dance, music, regalia, to creating a well-rounded, oral history and arts in a inclusive curriculum for family-friendly environment. their students. Throughout the year, MCC International Fair honors and celebrates diversity This annual celebration showcases in a variety of ways, including diversity to its fullest with guest speakers, movies, performances, art showcases, discussion panels and more. speakers and more. The fair kicks off with a U.S. citizen naturalization To see upcoming events, ceremony, a prideful and emotive visit mccneb.edu/intercultural. event where new citizens are welcomed every year. % Other celebrations and 31 events at MCC throughout STUDENTS OF COLOR the year include: Get involved Ì Black History Month Community is our middle name Ì Women’s History Month and it shows. MCC sponsors Ì Asian American and Pacific Islander and is involved with many + Heritage Month community events year-round. 40 Ì LGBTQIA Pride Month COMMUNITY EVENTS PER YEAR You can participate by marching Ì Hispanic/Latino Heritage Month in parades, handing out Ì Native American History Month promotional items and speaking 100 + about your MCC experience. WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

20 Metropolitan Community College Viewbook mccneb.edu | 531-MCC-2400 21 COMPLETE YOUR FAFSA® When we say EVERY STUDENT, Wondering To apply for financial aid, you must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as you can. It’s the first step you must take in order that’s what we mean. how to to find out what aid options are available to you. Every MCC student gets a first-class education at a fraction Complete your FAFSA online at: fafsa.gov of the cost of four-year institutions. pay for college? MCC FAFSA school code: 004432

MCC will help you find a way. We award more than $3 million every year in STUDENT EMPLOYMENT scholarships to make the MCC experience Federal work-study allows students part-time employment TUITION AND FEES accessible for every student. on- and off-campus for those in financial need. (Effective Fall 2020) Visit mccneb.edu/workstudy to learn more. Resident tuition Non-resident tuition Fees %

ESTIMATED ANNUAL COST Tuition and Fees Books/Supplies Total per year average83 tuition savings per year Resident $ $ /quarter $ /quarter $ /quarter compared with Nebraska four-year schools FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS student 3,195 + $1,500 = $4,695 credit hour credit hour credit hour 2019-2020 Nebraska College Costs, Education 99 (15 credit hours per quarter 66 5 Quest Foundation. Savings compared to the Non-resident for three quarters) $ Source: 2020-21 MCC Tuition and Fee History Report average cost of all four-year Nebraska public student 4,680 + $1,500 = $6,180 and private schools.

ON AVERAGE, MCC STUDENTS COMPLETE THEIR EDUCATION FOR LESS THAN HALF THE COST OF TWO 2-YEAR 4-YEAR SAVES YOU START DEGREE THOUSANDS YEARS AT OTHER NEBRASKA COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES.

22 Metropolitan Community College Viewbook mccneb.edu | 531-MCC-2400 23 Scholarships THERE ARE MILLIONS OF DOLLARS IN Metropolitan Community College SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE—APPLY TODAY. offers students a variety of scholarships to help ease the costs of higher education. All first-time and returning MCC students are eligible to apply for various scholarships. IT’S EASY. One simple application you can complete in less than 10 minutes. For more information and to view currently available scholarships at the College, visit mccneb.edu/scholarships. IT’S CONVENIENT. Apply for all available scholarships with a single application. Students can apply for scholarships based on specified criteria, such as: › Academic Achievement Ì Grade point average Ì ACT composite score IT’S FOR EVERYONE. › Program of Study With hundreds of scholarships to choose from and millions › Financial Need of dollars available, there is something for everyone. › Educational Status To see a full list of scholarships currently available and Ì Full-time complete qualifications, visitmccneb.edu/scholarships. Ì Part-time › Educational Goal Ì Associate degree Ì Certification › Student Organizations Where to apply: Ì TRIO Ì Phi Theta Kappa You can apply for scholarships at mccneb.edu/scholarships. Once you complete the universal scholarship application, you will automatically apply to all the applicable scholarship opportunities at MCC.

24 Metropolitan Community College Viewbook mccneb.edu | 531-MCC-2400 25 MCC academic transfer programs and degrees let you CONTACT AN ENROLLMENT Transfer to a complete general requirements or explore your interests SPECIALIST AT: on the way to a four-year school. Ì [email protected] More than 30 regional four-year colleges and universities DON’T WAIT. 1 Ì 531-MCC-2400 four-year institution have transfer agreements with MCC, and students have Ì mccneb.edu/enrollment successfully transferred credits. with your SCHEDULE A VISIT OR TOUR Baker University Nebraska Methodist College Ì mccneb.edu/tour MCC degree. Nebraska Wesleyan YOU DON’T 2 (Omaha Advantage) A two-year start to a four-year degree at MCC Buena Vista University Nebraska Wesleyan University SIGN UP AT: can save you thousands. On average, MCC Northwest Missouri State University mccneb.edu/apply students complete their education for less than Clarkson College Ì Palmer College of Chiropractic (There is no fee to apply) half the cost of two years at other Nebraska 3 colleges and universities. Concordia University, Nebraska HAVE TO. University of Iowa APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID University of Kansas Doane College Ì fafsa.ed.gov University of Nebraska Kearney Ì MCC FAFSA code: 004432 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 4 Resident tuition: University of Nebraska at Omaha $66 per quarter credit hour Graceland University University of Nebraska-Lincoln SUBMIT ASSESSMENT TESTS Herzing University University of Nebraska Medical Center IF NECESSARY Iowa State University Non-resident tuition: University of South Dakota-Vermillion Ì ACT - MCC Code: 2447 Johnson & Wales University 5 Accuplacer - If needed, Ì $99 per quarter credit hour Kansas State University sign up at any MCC location Fees: $5 per quarter credit hour For a full list of colleges and universities, and for more information, visit mccneb.edu/transfer.

Transfer Center If you want to continue your educational journey after MCC, we can help you transfer to a four-year institution. The Transfer Center, located on the third floor of the Career and Academic Skills Center on the Fort Omaha Campus, offers help in preparing to transfer to another school, locally or nationally. Staff can help you obtain transcripts, form a transfer timeline and have you meet with representatives from local colleges. Learn more at mccneb.edu/transfercenter.

26 Metropolitan Community College Viewbook mccneb.edu | 531-MCC-2400 27 Elkhorn Valley Campus Fort Omaha Campus South Omaha Campus 204th Street and West Dodge Road 30th and Fort streets 27th and Q streets

Applied Technology Center MCC at Do Space MCC South Express 104th and State streets 72nd and Dodge streets 24th and Vinton streets

Fremont Area Center MCC North Express Sarpy Center mccneb.edu 9th and Broad streets 30th and Parker streets 91st Street and Giles Road

Metropolitan Community College affirms a policy of equal education, employment opportunities and nondiscrimination in providing services to the public. To read our full policy statement, visit mccneb.edu/nondiscrimination.