About Mesa Community College
Mesa Community College is a two-year public school located in Mesa, Arizona. Mesa Community College is the largest of ten community colleges in the Maricopa County Community College District and is the largest community college in the United States. MCC began in 1963 as a branch of Phoenix College.
Mesa Community College offers many certificates of completion, transfer programs, career programs, and associate’s degrees. MCC Community Education offers hundreds of non-credit classes providing opportunities for lifelong learning in the arts, technology, fitness and personal development for all age groups. Many certificate and degree programs are offered completely online. MCC offers excellent transfer services that assist students with transferring both into and out of MCC. Many students take advantage of this and continue on to a four-year school after completing an associate’s degree.
Accreditation & Licensing
Mesa Community College is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Type:
4-year, primarily associate's, PublicHighest Level Offered:
Bachelor's degreeReligious Affiliation:
Not applicableEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 25,599 ; Graduate: Not applicablePercent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 45% ; Graduate: Not applicableGraduation Rate:
16%Transfer Rate:
21%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$44,034Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$7,473Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
32%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$3,923Credit for Military Training:
YesOnline Programs offered by Mesa Community College
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Art & Liberal Arts
Business
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
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Mesa Community College offers a clear, practical path for students who plan to transfer. The two-year plan is easy to follow, and advising helps students choose credits that move with them to a university. That planning can save time and help students stay on track to finish.
Cost is another big strength at MCC. Students often describe it as affordable and a great value. Starting here for two years can lower total college costs by a large amount before moving to a university.
MCC also offers flexible schedules, plus online and hybrid classes. That makes it easier to keep making progress while balancing work and family.
At Mesa Community College, help is easy to find. Students can use free tutoring, advising, and support from professors. Advising is a real strength, and staff are known for being kind, patient, and helpful.
Professor support often goes past class time. Many instructors offer extra tutoring hours and steady encouragement when classes get tough. That kind of support can make hard courses feel more manageable.
MCC also helps students plan next steps, including transfer credits and degree planning. Online learners benefit too, with several support offices ready to solve problems quickly and keep students moving.
MCC offers many online choices. “There are a lot of online and hybrid classes.” That format gives schedule room. Online and hybrid options made it “easier to balance school with a job.”
The online start can feel stressful at first. A common friction point is learning to send in homework in a non-classroom setting. The fit is best for students ready to build online habits early. Once that routine is in place, the flexible pace is easier to manage.
Classes at Mesa Community College often feel personal, not like a huge lecture hall. Many classes are capped around 25 students. That size makes it easier to join discussions and get direct help in class.
Teaching is a real strength here. Professors are dedicated and care about helping students learn. Staff are knowledgeable and supportive. Courses stay current and keep clear, practical standards.
Day to day, the school feels approachable and focused on learning. Students can expect engaged instruction and steady support. Online classes follow that same style, with accessible instructors and a structure that rewards consistent participation.
Mesa Community College is a strong low-cost starting point. Price value is consistent and concrete. The transfer path is practical, not vague. Advising helps with credit applicability before transfer.
That helps protect time and momentum. Support is another clear strength. Free tutoring is easy to find and use. Advising is described as excellent and helpful.
Professors are knowledgeable and engaged. Some go beyond class with extra tutoring. Class sizes can cap near 25, which helps participation. Online and hybrid options add schedule flexibility.
That helps students balancing work and school. The main challenge is early online adjustment. New online learners may need time to learn submission routines. Overall, the school reads as affordable, supportive, and transfer-ready.
Mesa Community College is a strong low-cost starting point. Price value is consistent and concrete. The transfer path is practical, not vague. Advising helps with credit applicability before transfer.
That helps protect time and momentum. Support is another clear strength. Free tutoring is easy to find and use. Advising is described as excellent and helpful.
Professors are knowledgeable and engaged. Some go beyond class with extra tutoring. Class sizes can cap near 25, which helps participation. Online and hybrid options add schedule flexibility.
That helps students balancing work and school. The main challenge is early online adjustment. New online learners may need time to learn submission routines. Overall, the school reads as affordable, supportive, and transfer-ready.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mesa Community College
Is Mesa Community College accredited?
Yes. Mesa Community College is institutionally accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
How many online programs does Mesa Community College offer?
Mesa Community College offers 17 online programs currently listed on GetEducated.
What degree levels does Mesa Community College offer?
Mesa Community College offers associate-level programs.
How should students contact admissions at Mesa Community College?
Ready to connect? Check Admission Details to get admissions, tuition, and timeline details directly from the school.
Is Mesa Community College expensive, and what are the tuition costs?
Roughly speaking, Mesa Community College falls into GetEducated’s $ tuition tier, which points to a lower tuition range.
How quickly can I enroll at Mesa 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 Mesa 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 Mesa Community College military friendly?
Mesa 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 Mesa Community College through GetEducated?
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What documents are most commonly required for Mesa 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 Mesa Community College accept life experience credit?
Mesa 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 Mesa Community College programs fully online or mixed?
Mesa Community College programs are primarily listed as 100% Online, which can help students screen for schedule fit before applying.
What kinds of online programs does Mesa Community College offer?
Mesa Community College has online program options in areas such as Art & Liberal Arts, Business, Criminal Justice, Safety & Law, 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 Mesa 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 Mesa Community College?
Some programs show different in-state and out-of-state tuition totals, so check your specific program cost.
Do any Mesa 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 Mesa Community College?
Start times per year typically range from 3-6 for most schools. For Mesa Community College, students should confirm the next available start date for their specific program before applying.
How should working adults compare Mesa 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 Mesa 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
Mesa Community College is located in Arizona
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