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Begin your future hereYou will immediately feel that Mount Wachusett Community College is for you. That's because we are truly a community. You'll work with caring faculty and staff who want you to excel. Our small class sizes ensure your involvement and your success. We thrive on diversity and so will you. We'll help you build your academic potential and professional niche. MWCC is a place to learn about yourself. It's the springboard to your future.

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2 year collegeMWCC is an accredited, public We serve 29 cities and

towns in North Central Massachusetts

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269 located in Gardner, MA

Other campuses are located inLeominster, Devens, and Fitchburg

acre campus

70+ Associate degree & certificate programs

Enjoy support services and resources such as:

Academic Support Center

Fitness & Wellness Center

555-seat theatre

Courses are offered...

Days and evenings Saturdays Online

For questions, call or email us:admissions@mwcc.edu

Gardner: 978-630-9110Leominster: 978-630-9810

Devens: 978-630-9569Fitchburg: 978-878-8564

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training

Business & industry

Applications accepted year-round

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DEGREES Accounting Concentration (BACA) ©« Allied Health Concentration (IDSH) © Art (ART) Art Concentration (LART) Audio Engineering Concentration (MRTA) © Automotive Technology (ATD) Biological Science Track (LAB) Biotechnology-Analytical Laboratory & Quality Systems Concentration (BTDQ) Biotechnology/Biomanufacturing (BTD) Business Administration—Career (BAC) « Business Administration—Transfer (BA) « Chemical Science Track (LACH) Civic Engagement & Community Leadership Track (LACE) Communications Track (LAC) ©«

Complementary Health Care (CHD) Computer Information Systems (CIS) Criminal Justice–Corrections (CJCD) © Criminal Justice–Law Enforcement (CJL) © Dental Hygiene (DHY) v Early Childhood Education—Career (ECC) Early Childhood Education—Transfer (ECT) Elementary Education Track (LAEL) © Energy Management (EGD) Exercise & Sports Science Track (LAX) © Fire Science Technology (FS) « Graphic & Interactive Design (GID) Health Information Management (HIM) v« History & Political Science Track (LAHP) ©« Human Services (HS) « Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS) «

Legal Studies (includes Paralegal) (LAW) « Liberal Arts & Sciences (LAS) « Manufacturing Technology—Plastics (PT) Media Arts & Technology (MRT) Medical Assisting (MAS) Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) v Natural Resources (NRD) Nursing (NU) (NUE) (NUP) v Photography Concentration (MRTP) © Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) v Physics or Pre-engineering Track (LAEP) © Pre-Pharmacy Track (LAPH)Theatre Arts Track (LAT) © Video/Film Concentration (MRTV) ©

© Degree concentration v Selective program « Program offered 85–100% online

OTHER NON-DEGREE OR CERTIFICATE OPTIONSCertified Nursing Assistant Emergency Medical Technician Phlebotomy Radiologic Technologist Articulation Agreement v

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CERTIFICATESAccounting/Bookkeeping (CAA) « Allied Health (AHC) Analytical Laboratory & Quality Systems (ALQC) Automotive Technology (ATC) Biotechnology/Biomanufacturing (BTC) Business Administration (BUC) « Complementary Health Care (CHC) Cyber Security Certificate (CSC) Dental Assisting (DAC) v Energy Management (EGC) Graphic & Interactive Design (GIDC) Hospitality Certificate (HRM) Human Service Technician (HSC) « IT Support Specialist (ITC) «

Law Enforcement (CJLC) Manufacturing Technology Mechatronics (PMTC) Medical Assisting (MASC) Medical Coding (MCC) « Medical Office (MOC) Nonprofit Management (BNPC) Office Assistant (OAC) « Paralegal (LAWC) « Patient Care (PCC) Personal Training (PTC) Photography-Professional (PHO) Practical Nurse (PN) v Small Business Management (SBC)

Programs are continually evaluated, changed, and added. To learn more about all

of MWCC’s academic programs and gainful employment information, please visit

mwcc.edu/programs or call 978-630-9110.

1. Gardner

2. Devens

3. Leominster

4. Fitchburg

Based on full-time enrollment (mininum of four three credit classes per semester)

2015–2016 TUITION AND FEES

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In-State: $5,188

Out of State: $10,108

250+MWCC provides service and support to

Military Service Members, National Guard, Reservists, Veterans and their families

of experiential learning144,000hrs

which includes volunteerism, community service, & internships

New England RegionalTuition Break: $5,488

Complete your associate degree at MWCC and you could see an increase in your earning potential of $13,600 per year—that’s over half

a million dollars over the course of your lifetime!

higher salary

$13,600

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Students annually complete

yearfounded

student to faculty ratio

clubs andorganizations35+

15 1

1963Honors Program

MWCC was the first in the state with an approved

while also returning energy back to the grid

100% of our energyMWCC’s two 1.65 MW turbines produce

MWCC HAS AWARDED OVER $82.6 MILLION IN FINANCIAL AID SINCE 2010

1. Free Scholarships

2. Free Grants

3. FAFSA/Loans

4. Work Study

sources to help you pay for college

GET AHEAD: Dual Enrollment for high school juniors & seniorsMWCC administers several College Access and Preparation Programs which provide middle school and high school students, as well as adults, with an array of academic, college, and career awareness services including dual enrollment, MCAS remediation, academic and career counseling, tutorials, workshops, and activities. Several annual events and activities designed for students and parents are open to the public. For more information visit mwcc.edu/access/programs.

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FUTURETransfer to another college or universitySave thousands by getting your start toward a bachelor’s degree at Mount Wachusett Community College. We maintain several transfer agreements with both public and private colleges and universities to make transferring easy. With MassTransfer, 2+2 and 3+1 programs, you could receive discounts toward your bachelor’s degree and/or take some of you bachelor’s degree courses at MWCC. For details, please visit mwcc.edu/advising/transfer.

“We work hard to turn dreams into reality.”Limari Rivera

MWCC Transfer/Academic Counselor

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FUTUREAcquire a skill & help build your futureCome to MWCC to prepare for high-demand careers in fields such as automotive technology, biotechnology, audio engineering, business, computer technology, criminal justice, early childhood education, graphic & interactive design, healthcare, human services, medical assisting, and legal studies.

Workforce training optionsBusinesses and organizations can improve employee skills, knowledge, retention, and morale with cost-effective, quality training. It’s easy—MWCC will provide your business with a training needs analysis and a customized educational plan then we will help you apply for training dollars. For details visit mwcc.edu/continuing.

Upgrade your skills or take a noncredit course for funWhatever your learning interest, MWCC offers short-term, noncredit courses to help. Program lengths range from a few hours to several weeks. Learn new computer skills to help you at work. Enroll in an online management course as you work toward a promotion. Sign up for a digital photography course so you can take better photos on your vacation. Visit mwcc.edu for the latest credit and noncredit options.

What is your career direction? Let MWCC’s Career Coach lead you there.

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Biomedical engineers can earn $45.82/hour

Graphic designers can earn $21.78/hour

Chemical engineers can earn $44.65/hour

Manufacturing production technicians can earn $29.59/hour

Dental hygienists can earn $38.91/hour

Accountants can earn $33.58/hour

Find information on your future career at mwcc.emsicareercoach.com

Career Coach is an online tool designed to help you find a good career by providing the most current local data on wages, employment, job postings, and associated education and training. Common careers are listed to the left.

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NEXT STEP: VISIT US

VISIT OUR CAMPUSESFor upcoming info sessions visit mwcc.edu/admissions/information-sessions

GARDNER CAMPUS444 Green Street

Monday–Thursday at 3pm or by appointment 978-630-9110

LEOMINSTER CAMPUS100 Erdman Way

Wednesdays at 6pm or by appointment 978-630-9810

DEVENS CAMPUSOne Jackson Place 27 Jackson Road

978-630-9569

FITCHBURG CAMPUS(Dental Programs)326 Nichols Road

978-878-8564

COMING IN 2016NEW STEM BUILDING

(Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math)