About Macomb Community College
Macomb Community College is a two-year public community college founded in Warren, Michigan in 1954. The college began as an extension of the traditional K-12 system at Lincoln High School as South Macomb Community College. In 1981, the name was shortened to Macomb Community College by its Board of Trustees.
Macomb Community College offers associate degrees and certificate programs in multiple different locations throughout Macomb County. Distance learning and weekend/evening classes are available to students for their convenience. For convenience and affordability, many students complete an associate degree at Macomb Community College before attending a four-year institution. Online programs depend upon the availability of virtual and remote classes each semester.
Accreditation & Licensing
Macomb Community College is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Type:
2-year, PublicHighest Level Offered:
Associate's degreeReligious Affiliation:
Not applicableEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 22,963 ; Graduate: Not applicablePercent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 37% ; Graduate: Not applicableGraduation Rate:
18%Transfer Rate:
31%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$41,596Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$6,000Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
48%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$8,873Credit for Military Training:
YesOnline Programs offered by Macomb Community College
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Frequently Asked Questions About Macomb Community College
Is Macomb Community College accredited?
Yes. Macomb Community College is institutionally accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
How many online programs does Macomb Community College offer?
Macomb Community College offers 19 online programs currently listed on GetEducated.
What degree levels does Macomb Community College offer?
Macomb Community College offers associate-level programs.
How should students contact admissions at Macomb Community College?
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Is Macomb Community College expensive, and what are the tuition costs?
Roughly speaking, Macomb Community College falls into GetEducated’s $ tuition tier, which points to a lower tuition range.
How quickly can I enroll at Macomb Community College?
Enrollment at any school can be a quick process; if all required admission requirements are met. This is where students can get hung up and slow down the process by taking too long to gather required documentation.
What should transfer students ask Macomb Community College first?
The first thing you must do is order your transcripts from any previous school you attended and have them provided to the new school immediately with the hopes of receiving an unofficial transfer credit evaluation quickly. In an ideal world, students would have an official transfer credit evaluation done prior to committing to enrollment at any school; however with the vast majority of schools, official transfer credit evaluations happen after you are already enrolled, typically in the first semester.
Is Macomb Community College military friendly?
Macomb Community College does not show Yellow Ribbon support. If military benefits matter for your plan, check current military options before you apply.
How can students request information from Macomb Community College through GetEducated?
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What documents are most commonly required for Macomb Community College applications?
Most listed programs ask for Official High School Transcript/GED Score and Official College Transcript(s). Getting these ready early can keep the application process moving.
Does Macomb Community College accept life experience credit?
Macomb Community College does not show a school-wide life experience credit policy. Check Transfer Options to confirm transfer-credit options for your specific program.
Are Macomb Community College programs fully online or mixed?
Macomb Community College includes 100% Online and Mostly Online options, so students should check the format of their specific program before applying.
What kinds of online programs does Macomb Community College offer?
Macomb Community College has online program options in areas such as Business, Computer Science & IT, Engineering, and Psychology & Human Services; start with the field that best matches your career goal, then compare cost, format, and admissions requirements. Compare Programs to get program, admissions, and cost details before applying.
Are any admission tests required for Macomb Community College programs?
One recurring admissions-test item is Placement Test. Students should confirm whether it applies to their specific program.
Do in-state and out-of-state tuition totals differ at Macomb Community College?
Some programs show different in-state and out-of-state tuition totals, so check your specific program cost.
Do any Macomb Community College programs have state authorization limitations?
Some programs show state or location restrictions, so students should confirm eligibility for their state before applying. Check State Eligibility before applying to confirm whether your program is available where you live.
How often can students start at Macomb Community College?
Start times per year typically range from 3-6 for most schools. For Macomb Community College, students should confirm the next available start date for their specific program before applying.
How should working adults compare Macomb Community College programs?
Working adults should confirm program format, total cost, timeline, and application requirements before choosing a path.
What should students compare before choosing a Macomb Community College program?
Students should compare accreditation fit, program format, application requirements, total cost, and whether the timeline works with their schedule.
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Macomb Community College is located in Michigan
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