Enrollment Guide. Earn a Degree. Prepare to Transfer. SUMMER SEMESTER BEGINS FALL SEMESTER BEGINS SPRING SEMESTER BEGINS

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1 Earn a Degree. Prepare to Transfer Enrollment Guide SUMMER SEMESTER BEGINS May 26, 2015 First 5-Week/8-Week Sessions June 29, 2015 Second 5-Week Session FALL SEMESTER BEGINS August 22, 2015 SPRING SEMESTER BEGINS January 16, 2016

2 LOOKING FOR GRADUATION INFORMATION? Find the application and more details by visiting: mesacc.edu/graduation

3 Welcome to Mesa Community College Dear Students, Welcome to Mesa Community College! For more than 50 years, MCC has been dedicated to student success. Award-winning faculty, accredited programs in general education, career and technical education and university transfer, and a multitude of services are some of the ways we support your educational goals while you attend MCC. There is also online student support, advisement, counseling, financial aid and career advisement. This year there are also new facilities at our original Southern and Dobson campus to enhance your educational experience. A new Student Enrollment Center, Performing Arts Center and Art Gallery, along with a remodeled Student Center, are now ready to meet your needs with new state-of-the-art learning spaces at MCC. Our Red Mountain Campus continues to focus on protecting and preserving the Sonoran desert in state-of-the-art facilities. We can help prepare you for a university environment and the competitive job market. We offer more than 180 degrees and certificates. Additionally, we now offer more than 35 degrees and certificates available completely online, providing convenient and flexible options for all students. Take a look at this growing list of online choices at online-degrees-certificates. We know the sacrifices of time and money students must make in order to attend college, but the good news is you won t find a better value than MCC. And when you invest in yourself and obtain a college degree, data proves that college graduates enjoy a better quality of life and increased income over the course of their lifetimes. Make a real difference in your own life and the lives of your loved ones and community by completing an Associate degree or occupational certificate at MCC, or by transferring to the university of your choice. MCC has transfer partnerships with dozens of colleges and universities, including ASU, NAU, BYU, UofA, and many others. Focus on your educational goals at MCC, and we ll help you reach them. Strengthening Communities and students through Excellence in Education is what we re all about. I invite you to discover for yourself why MCC should be your preferred choice to meet your higher education needs. As we say, it s all at MCC! Best wishes for your continued success, Shouan Pan, Ph.D. President, Mesa Community College MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE 1

4 Contents Welcome How to Find the Class You need Academic Calendar (Summer 2015, Fall 2015, Spring 2016).. 4 Important Deadlines Enrollment Success Steps My.maricopa.edu Online Student Center MCC Learning Enhancement Center Types of Classes Cooperative Education Developmental Honors Hybrid Late-Start MCC elearning Open Entry (OEE) Service-Learning Video Conference Network (VCN) Winter Intersession EEO/AA Statement Notice to Persons with Disabilities Notice to Persons Residing Outside the State of Arizona Changing Your Class Schedule Adding and Dropping Classes Complete Withdrawal from MCC Maricopa Student Refund Program Refund Program Official Withdrawal Deadlines Tuition Payment Plan Financial Aid Deadlines Refund Policy for Credit Classes Tuition and Fees Tuition and Fee Schedule elearning Internet and Hybrid Classes General Education Class Attributes Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC).. 21 Degrees and Certificates Reading, English and ESL Course Sequence.. 22 GED Academic Polices and Practices Access to Educational Records Attendance GED Testing Grades MCC Academic Departments MCC Academic Programs MCC Contact Directory Information and Services Student Support Services Academic Advising and Registration Services Admissions and Records American Indian Institute Bookstore Career Services Cashier Services Children s Center Counseling Services Disability Resources and Services Early College English as a Second Language (ESL) Support Services Enrollment Services at Red Mountain Financial Aid GED International Education Learning Enhancement Center (Tutoring) Library Services Mesa Community Outreach Center Multicultural / ESL Services Outreach and Recruitment Services Public Safety Re-Entry Services Recruitment Services Student Life and Leadership Testing Services Veteran Services Individual Education Completion Plan Maricopa ASU Pathways Program (MAPP).. 30 MCC/NAU/ASU/UofA Transfer Partnerships.. 31 Honors Program Success From Day One Courses Campus Maps MCC Red Mountain Campus MCC Southern & Dobson Campus MCC Application for Degree Certification Degree and Certificate Application Deadlines Inside Back Cover The course guide is for information only and does not constitute a contract. The college reserves the right to change, modify or alter without notice all fees, charges, tuition, expenses and costs of any kind. The Maricopa Community Colleges reserve the right to change, without notice, any materials, information, curriculum, requirements and regulations. For specific information on MCC policies, programs and services, see the catalog. For the most current information on class offerings, see mesacc.edu. 2 MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE

5 To Find The Class You Need Visit Our Online Schedule: mesacc.edu/schedule Search by Keyword: Course Subject Class Description Type of Class Semester Class Number Instructor s Name Location Learning Starts Day One No Late Registration Students will not be permitted to enroll in a class once it has started. Miss the first day? No problem. Register for late-start classes! Look Online For Class Schedule For complete class information, including description, date/time, prerequisites and required textbooks, visit the online Schedule of Classes at mesacc.edu/schedule MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE 3

6 Summer Semester 2015 Calendar Mon. March 9 Registration Begins Mon. May 25 Last day to register for First 5-Week Semester Session Tue. May 26 First 5-Week / 8-Week Semester Sessions begin Thu. June 25 First 5-Week Summer Semester Session ends Sun. June 28 Last day to register for Second 5-Week Summer Semester Session Mon. June 29 Second 5-Week Summer Semester Session begins Thu. July 2 Observance of Independence Day Campuses Closed Thu. July 16 8-Week Summer Semester Session ends Thu. July 30 Second 5-Week Summer Semester Session ends All MCC locations will be closed on Fridays beginning May 22 - July 31. For Online Registration, visit my.maricopa.edu Fall Semester 2015 Calendar Registration Sat. Aug. 22 Classes Begin Mon. Sept. 7 Observance of Labor Day Application for December 2014 Graduation* Last Day for Withdrawal without Instructor s Signature + Wed. Nov. 11 Observance of Veteran s Day Thu.-Sun. Nov Thanksgiving Holiday Last Day Student Initiated Withdrawal Accepted ++ Sun. Dec. 13 Last Day of Regular Classes Mon.-Thu. Dec Final Exams** Fri. Dec. 18 Mid-Year Recess Begins for Students Fri. Dec. 18 Fall Semester Ends Winter Break (Campus Closed) Dec. 25 through Jan. 1 Spring Semester 2016 Calendar Registration Sat. Jan. 16 Classes Begin Mon. Jan. 18 Observance of ML King Birthday Mon. Feb. 15 Observance of Presidents Day Application for May 2016 Graduation* Last Day for Withdrawal without Instructor s Signature + Mon.-Sun. Mar Spring Break Last Day Student Initiated Withdrawal Accepted ++ Sun. May 8 Last Day of Regular Classes Mon.-Thu. May 9-12 Final Exams** Fri. May 13 Commencement Fri. May 13 Spring Semester Ends Mon. May 30 Observance of Memorial Day * For specific information concerning registration dates, class start dates, application for graduation dates, and final exam dates, consult the Maricopa County Community College District Academic Calendar. ** Classes meeting on Friday evening only, Saturday only or Sunday only will have final examinations during their last regular class meeting. + See your student schedule in my.maricopa.edu for the Last Day to Withdraw without an Instructor Signature for each class in which you are enrolled. ++Refer to the Important Deadlines for Students to determine the Last Day Student Initiated Withdrawal will be accepted. Winter Intersession DEC. 21, 2015 JAN. 15, 2016 Find Winter Intersession Classes at mesacc.edu/schedule Internet Classes Offered Fast-Paced Four-Week Session Reduce Spring Class Load Catch Up on Degree Requirements 4 MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE

7 Important Deadlines for Students Class Length Deadline for Students to Withdraw with Guaranteed Grade of W Deadline for Students to Withdraw From a Course (Instructor Signature Required) Deadline for Students to Request Complete Withdrawal Deadline to Change Type of Grading (A-F to P/Z, or P/Z to A-F) Deadline to Change from Audit Grade to Credit Grade Deadline to Change from Credit Grade to Audit Grade One Week or Less (1 to 7 Days) 1st Day of Class 1st Day of Class or Prior to the Last Day of Class 1st Day of Class or Prior to the Last Day of Class 1st Day of Class 1st Day of Class 1st Day of Class Two Weeks (8 to 14 Days) 3rd Calendar Day 6th Calendar Day 6th Calendar Day 1st Day of Class 1st Day of Class 3rd Calendar Day Three Weeks (15 to 21 Days) 6th Calendar Day 12th Calendar Day 12th Calendar Day 2nd Calendar Day 1st Day of Class 5th Calendar Day Four Weeks (22 to 28 Days) 9th Calendar Day 17th Calendar Day 17th Calendar Day 3rd Calendar Day 2nd Calendar Day 7th Calendar Day Five Weeks (29 to 35 Days) 12th Calendar Day 23rd Calendar Day 23rd Calendar Day 4th Calendar Day 2nd Calendar Day 9th Calendar Day Six Weeks (36 to 42 Days) 14th Calendar Day 29th Calendar Day 29th Calendar Day 5th Calendar Day 3rd Calendar Day 11th Calendar Day Seven Weeks (43 to 49 Days) 17th Calendar Day 35th Calendar Day 35th Calendar Day 5th Calendar Day 3rd Calendar Day 12th Calendar Day Eight Weeks (50 to 56 Days) 20th Calendar Day 41st Calendar Day 41st Calendar Day 6th Calendar Day 3rd Calendar Day 15th Calendar Day Nine Weeks (57 to 63 Days) 23rd Calendar Day 46th Calendar Day 46th Calendar Day 7th Calendar Day 4th Calendar Day 17th Calendar Day Ten Weeks (64 to 70 Days) 26th Calendar Day 52nd Calendar Day 52nd Calendar Day 8th Calendar Day 4th Calendar Day 19th Calendar Day Eleven Weeks (71 to 77 Days) 29th Calendar Day 58th Calendar Day 58th Calendar Day 9th Calendar Day 5th Calendar Day 21st Calendar Day Twelve Weeks (78 to 84 Days) 32nd Calendar Day 63rd Calendar Day 63rd Calendar Day 10th Calendar Day 5th Calendar Day 23rd Calendar Day Thirteen Weeks (85 to 91 Days) 35th Calendar Day 70th Calendar Day 70th Calendar Day 10th Calendar Day 5th Calendar Day 25th Calendar Day Fourteen Weeks (92 to 98 Days) 38th Calendar Day 76th Calendar Day 76th Calendar Day 11th Calendar Day 6th Calendar Day 27th Calendar Day Fifteen Weeks (99 to 105 Days) 41st Calendar Day 82nd Calendar Day 82nd Calendar Day 12th Calendar Day 6th Calendar Day 28th Calendar Day Sixteen Weeks or More (106 or More Days) End of the 7th Week Two Weeks Before the Last Class Period Two Weeks Before the Last Class Period Within 14 Days Including the First Class Period Within First Week of Class Within First Five Weeks Deadlines are based on calendar days and begin with the first day of class. Deadlines that fall on a weekend or holiday advance to the next college workday. MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE 5

8 ENROLLMENT SUCCESS STEPS 1 2 CREATE YOUR STUDENT CENTER (This can be done online from anywhere.) Go to my.maricopa.edu and click on First Time Users Start Here. Follow instructions provided to obtain your Maricopa Enterprise ID (MEID) and Password, Student ID, and Official Student account. (Students who do not wish to use their Social Security number must complete a Student Information Form in person at Admissions and Records.) BE ADMITTED TO MCC AND APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID Go to my.maricopa.edu Click Login Enter your User ID (MEID) Enter your Password Click Sign in to go to your Student Center In your Student Center, click MCCCD Admissions under Admissions Select Mesa Community College as college of choice Select type of Program (degree and certificates or credit/non-credit) Select Term and continue with steps to complete admissions form NOTE: According to MCCCD policy and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Amendments Act of 2008, students are encouraged to self-identify with the Disabilities Resource Services office at or visit Financial Aid Apply for financial aid, scholarships (Veterans Education Assistance) at For more information call the Financial Aid Office: Southern & Dobson Campus, ; and Red Mountain Campus. 6 REGISTER FOR CLASSES AND NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION (Required for all new students) After meeting with your Academic Advisor and completing your Individual Education Completion Plan, register for classes and New Student Orientation: Go to my.maricopa.edu Click Login Enter your User ID (MEID) and Password Click Sign in to go to your Student Center Click Add a Class under Academics Select Term (semester), Career (credit/non-credit), and MCC, then click Continue Click Search Find your classes by Course Subject. Enter Course Number as listed on your Individual Education Completion Plan. For example, Course Subject: CPD, Course Number: 150. Click Search and continue as prompted Proceed with prompts as appropriate Click Next button Continue enrollment process until prompted with message saying Success: This class has been added to your schedule. If you are not sure your class has been added successfully, please call for assistance. 7 PAY TUITION AND FEES Online: Go to my.maricopa.edu and log in to your Student Center Under Finances, click Make a Payment Select Pay by Credit Card, echeck or Pay by Payment Plan In Person: At the Southern & Dobson Campus or Red Mountain Campus Cashier Services. By Phone: To pay by credit card, call By Mail: Cashier Services, Southern & Dobson Campus, 1833 W. Southern Ave., Mesa, AZ For more payment information, call Cashier Services at ACTIVATE YOUR OFFICIAL STUDENT ACCOUNT Go to Enter your MEID and Password This will be used for all college communications and can be forwarded to your personal account. TAKE THE PLACEMENT TESTS (Allow three hours on campus) Preview sample test questions and recommended course placement at: Information about placement testing can be found at Students are required to provide photo ID at time of testing and have their Student ID Number. MEET WITH AN ACADEMIC ADVISOR (Required for all new students) Meet with an Academic Advisor to create an Individual Plan. Bring your placement scores, student ID number, academic transcripts and questions. Visit or call (Southern & Dobson Campus) or (Red Mountain Campus) for more information. Students who are undecided on a major should meet with a Career Advisor and take a career assessment prior to meeting with an Academic Advisor. Visit or call for more information BUY OR RENT TEXTBOOKS Purchase or rent textbooks at the campus bookstore, Southern & Dobson ; Red Mountain ; or go online at mesacc. edu/bookstore OBTAIN YOUR STUDENT PHOTO ID CARD AND PARKING PERMIT Obtain your free Student Photo ID Card and Parking Decal, required for all students. For Southern & Dobson Campus visit Enrollment Services. For Red Mountain Campus visit the Mesquite Building, Enrollment Services (1st floor). ATTEND ALL OF YOUR CLASSES MCC supports and encourages student success and program/degree completion. Our Success From Day One agenda encourages all students to be prepared for and attend the first day of class. Students who attend the first day of classes are often most successful. 6 MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE

9 My.maricopa.edu Your Online Student Center Search for and enroll in classes, review your schedule, view charges and fees, find your grades my.maricopa.edu provides you with all the tools you need in one online location. Visit from your favorite wireless café, or in your pajamas in front of your personal computer at home. It s easy to use, and all you need is access to the Internet. If you have questions, there are many help features, including tutorials that show you how to use the site; or you can call our 24-hour hotline at Have fun, enroll online, register for classes and much, much more. MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE 7

10 The Learning Enhancement Center It s Free. It s Priceless. It s Popular. At Mesa Community College, there s a simple way for students to excel confidently and quickly. It s called the Learning Enhancement Center (LEC). The free center provides one-on-one tutoring, group tutoring, special appointment sessions, walk-up assistance, computer-assisted instruction, online tutoring, a setting for study groups to meet and a variety of other academic support services. Located on MCC s Southern & Dobson and Red Mountain campuses and open weekdays, weekends, day and night, the LEC is the place to go for focused learning and assistance with any of your coursework. In fact, there are over 28,000 student visits to LEC sites each year. Here is what one student had to say about the tutors at the LEC: They know their stuff. I feel that I can learn on a level I m proud of. For more information about MCC s Learning Enhancement Centers, please call the Southern & Dobson Campus at or the Red Mountain Campus at MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE

11 Types of Classes MCC offers a wide variety of classes in many subjects and also provides a choice of different levels, formats and types of classes to fit your schedule, learning style and lifestyle. In addition to traditional classroom sections that meet throughout a 16-week semester, we offer classes in alternative formats including: Cooperative Education Classes Cooperative Education classes combine classroom learning with real-world experience in a student s chosen field. Cooperative Education classes are offered under the course number 296 in many disciplines. See the college catalog or an advisor for restrictions and requirements. Developmental Classes Developmental classes are designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required for college-level work in reading, English and math. You can take placement tests to determine which developmental classes may be most helpful to you. Developmental classes are those numbered below the 100 level. While they do not count toward an associate s degree, they do promote student success and achievement. Honors Program Classes The MCC Honors Program offers a unique and challenging educational opportunity for gifted and talented students. Honors classes are offered in more than 20 subjects and are designated as honors sections in this class schedule. Hybrid Classes Hybrid classes combine classroom and online instruction. They meet face-to-face less frequently than traditional classes, but offer more personal instructor contact than fully online classes. Though the exact format of the class depends upon the particular course, most often class delivery is evenly split between classroom instruction and online instruction. MCC elearning Classes Most Internet classes do not require you to be physically present on campus to complete the coursework. You need a working knowledge of computers to succeed in Internet classes. Open Entry (OEE) Classes Modular classes are offered weekly for the first 8 weeks of the semester and allow students to complete their course work within the same semester. Modular classes may be offered online or in a traditional classroom setting. These classes are listed throughout the schedule. Service-Learning Classes Service-Learning classes integrate community service with academic curriculum by placing the student in a volunteer position that relates to classroom learning. Video Conference Network (VCN) Classes VCN classes originate either on campus or at another site. The instructor and students interact via the VCN Studio located in the Student Support (AS) building. Winter Intersession Classes Winter Intersession is a four-week session held in December and January during which you can take regular college classes in a shortened and intense period of study. Winter Intersession is part of the Spring Semester. MCC Late-Start Classes MCC offers classes with varying start dates during the semester. Students may enroll in these classes up to the first day of class. Some classes require additional course or lab fees. See discipline for additional information concerning fees. Please read your refund policy at mesacc.edu/cashier-services/refunds MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE 9

12 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/ AFFIRMATIVE ACTION maricopa.edu/eeo/ Mesa Community College and the Maricopa County Community College District do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, handicap, or age in application, admission, participation, access and treatment of persons in instructional or employment programs and activities. Mesa Community College will take steps to ensure that the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in vocational education programs. Inquiries regarding the equal-opportunity policies, procedures for filing grievances, or requests for a copy of procedures covering discrimination complaints are to be directed to the Dean of Student Affairs or designee, NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES mesacc.edu/disability-services In accordance with federal rules and regulations governing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act, Mesa Community College provides notice that no qualified disabled persons shall, on the basis of disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefit of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination related to any of the college s educational programs or activities. Information on the college student grievance procedure related to Section 504 can be obtained from the campus 504 Coordinator (Dean of Student Affairs) or from Disability Resources and Services, Copies of the student grievance procedure are available for inspection at the following locations: Disability Resources and Services, and the Dean of Student Affairs office. Braille, large-print and taped copies are available at both locations. For information on college programs, services and facilities that are accessible and usable by persons with disabilities, contact the Dean of Student Affairs, NOTICE TO PERSONS RESIDING OUTSIDE THE STATE OF ARIZONA On October 29, 2010, the U.S. Department of Education released the regulation 600.9(c) State Authorization requiring institutions that offer distance education in a state where they are not physically located to meet individual state requirements for offering distance or correspondence education within that state. This regulation, however, is currently under review by a federal court. In the interest of complying with the law of any state where it might offer distance learning, Mesa Community College is pursuing provisional approval for all currently enrolled students. There is no guarantee of continuous enrollment. Therefore, students should be actively checking for approval of their state prior to enrollment. Visit mesacc.edu/elearning for a full list of states. 10 MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE

13 Changing Your Class Schedule If you need to make changes to your class schedule after you have registered, it is recommended that you meet with an Academic Advisor for assistance in helping determine a strategy for college success. COMPLETE WITHDRAWAL FROM MCC If you cannot complete the semester, you must officially withdraw from the college. Obtain forms in the Admissions and Records Office or Enrollment Services and follow the procedure outlined in the MCC Catalog. Failure to officially withdraw may result in the loss of all fees as well as failing grades in your classes. Maricopa Student Refund Program The Maricopa Student Refund Program (MSRP) is a process for ensuring that students receive refunds from the Maricopa Colleges in a safe, convenient and efficient manner. Only students who are receiving a refund from a Maricopa college will be affected by the MSRP. SIGNING UP IS EASY! Check your Official Student account for an invitation from Money Network to enroll. Click on the link to go to the Money Network enrollment website. Make your selection choose direct deposit or prepaid card. Accreditation Mesa Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association (NCA). Website: Phone: Make sure your mailing address on record in your Student Center is correct. This is the address that will be used if you choose a prepaid debit card or a paper check for payment. Money Network website: The Nursing Program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, 61 Broadway, 33rd Floor, New York, NY 10006, and approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing. Website: nlnac.org Phone: or The Mortuary Science Program is accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education, 38 Florida Ave., Portland, ME Website: abfse.org Phone: The Dental Hygiene program has initial accreditation through the American Dental Association s Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), 211 E. Chicago Ave., Suite 1900, Chicago, IL Website: ada.org/100.aspx Phone: The MCC Evelyn H. Warren Child Development Lab and the MCC Children s Center are accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), 1313 L St. NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC Website: naeyc.org Phone: Tuition Payment Plan Looking to attend classes at MCC but coming up short on money to pay your tuition? LOOK INTO ecashier. Benefits of MCC s ecashier tuition payment plan: Small Enrollment Fee Convenient Online Payment Option Low Down Payment and Monthly Payment Interest Free! Remember, the earlier you enroll in the payment plan, the more payment options you have. For more information, just click the ecashier logo on MCC s home page or contact MCC s Cashier Services at , option 3. MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE 11

14 2015 Summer 2015 Summer Financial Aid Information Sheet Sheet Important Summer 2015 Dates April 1 April 22 May 13 May 26 May 28 May 28 June 3 June 17 June 24 June 25 June 30 July 7 July 15 July 30 Priority deadline to submit 2014/2015 FAFSA application to ensure awarded by the start of classes. Tuition due date for first 5 week and 8 week Summer Sessions * Book advances for first 5 and 8 week Summer Sessions will start to disburse**. Tuition due date for second 5 week Summer Session Summer Pell Census (last day to increase Pell grant for any summer classes) Due date for Consortium Agreement for summer courses Financial aid will start to disburse for the first 5 and 8 week Summer Session classes.** Book advance for second 5 week Summer Session will start to disburse.** Second loan disbursement of first 5 week and 8 week Summer Session, funds are applied to your account.** 30 day delay of first 5 week and 8 week and 10 week Summer Session loan funds are applied to your account.** Second loan disbursement of 10 week Summer Session, funds are applied to your account** Financial aid will start to disburse for the second 5 week Summer Session classes if not enrolled in first 5 week session.** Second loan disbursement of second 5 week Summer Session, funds are applied to your account.** 30 day delay of second 5 week Summer Session loans, funds are applied to your account. ** *Check online at my.maricopa.edu, under Account Inquiry for Drop/Add deadlines ** Once enrolled in classes you will receive an from Money Network through your MCC student account to set up your refund option. Any issues or inquiries on your refund please contact Money Network at The refund delivery option you choose will determine the processing time in which you will receive your funds, after the funds are applied to your school account. Delivery of refund can take from 2-10 business days. The Basic Financial Aid Process for the Student: 1. Register for classes. 2. Make payment arrangements for tuition. (See Tuition Payment Options below) 3. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Be registered for Fall 15 classes if summer is the first semester you are attending MCC. 4. Make sure you check your status at least weekly online at my.maricopa.edu: Check your To-Do List and Message Center to find out what documents are required by our office. Check your award notification through your message center. Allow a couple weeks for processing. Review award by clicking on View Financial Aid under the Finances Section to accept or decline any loans if applicable. (Note: Grants are automatically accepted) Check on your refund. Tuition Payment Options: Pay your tuition in full: In person at Enrollment Services (Southern and Dobson Campus) or Mesquite Bldg. (Red Mountain Campus) By phone with a representative (480) Online at my.maricopa.edu Pay your tuition with a monthly payment plan: Register for the payment plan through, my.maricopa.edu under the Finances Section. (For more information on payment plan check out the Cashier s website). If you get on the payment plan and will be receiving financial aid, you may be eligible for re-imbursement. NOTE: If you are applying for summer financial aid after May 8 th, it is highly recommended that you make payment arrangements to ensure that your classes are not cancelled (dropped for non-payment). Any tuition not paid by financial aid is your responsibility. 12 MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE

15 Criteria for Summer Aid: 2015 Summer Financial Aid Information Sheet All federal & financial aid programs have specific eligibility requirements for summer, and may differ between programs. Please note the specific requirements below for each program: All Federal aid: You must be seeking an eligible degree at MCC to be eligible for aid. o EX: You are not eligible if you are planning to only attend MCC for the summer; this includes the study abroad program. (To be eligible you must be a continuing student from Fall 2014 and/or Spring 2015, or planning to attend Fall 2015 at MCC). Financial aid for summer is limited so students should register for summer classes as soon as possible and ensure they have completed the FAFSA. Students must be enrolled in courses required for their degree program. Students must be meeting the Standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress Pell eligibility is based on any unused Pell grant funds from Fall 2014 and/or Spring Federal work study: Federal work study requires that you have a job secured on campus before we can award the funds for summer. Visit Career and Re-Entry Services for job postings ( Federal Work Study is available during summer as a student or a non-student; conditions apply: o Student You must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours during summer. If you are o enrolled after July 1, 2015, you must have a 2015/2016 FAFSA application at MCC. Non-Student Must be enrolled at MCC for Fall 2015 Must have a FAFSA on file at MCC Student must have unmet need for Earnings will be counted as a resource for Direct loans: You must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours during summer. NOTE: Your financial aid funds will be disbursed at the beginning of the semester. If for some reason you do not maintain your original level of enrollment fulltime (12+ credit hours), ¾ time (9-11 credit hours), or halftime (6-8 credit hours) and have 'not attended', or 'dropped' your late starting class(es), and/or your class gets cancelled, your aid will be adjusted accordingly and you may incur a debt. Direct Loans are not available if you have reached maximum loan eligibility during (unless change in grade level), and/or you have reached or exceeded your aggregate loan limit. For Maricopa Grant (Funding is limited): Maricopa Grant is only available first five week summer session Must be enrolled in a minimum of 3 credit hours for summer session Must be meeting the Standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress, not limited to but including continuing students In addition, you will only be considered for aid during the session for which you are enrolled at MCC. Attention: Consortium Agreements will be accepted during summer 2015, as long as the participating school s summer sessions start and end dates coincide with MCC s summer session dates. Consortium Agreement Deadline for submission is 5/28/2015. MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE 13

16 Important Fall 2015 Dates July 1 July 17 July 23 Aug 11 Sept 1 Sept 1 Sept 3 Sept 18 Sept 22 Oct 20 Nov Fall Financial Aid Information Sheet 2015 Fall Financial Aid Information Sheet Priority deadline to submit 2015/2016 FAFSA application to ensure awarded by the start of classes. Tuition due date for Fall semester. Priority deadline to submit Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) appeals Book advances for this term will start to disburse.** (book advances disburse 9 business days before the start of your first class) Pell Census (last day to increase Pell grant for any classes) Due date for Consortium Agreement (if you are taking classes at two schools) Financial Aid refunds will start to disburse for the term. ** Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal submission deadline for the term. 30 day delay loan disbursement funds are applied to your account. ** Second loan disbursement funds are applied to your account.** Priority deadline to submit 15/16 FAFSA application for Spring 15 to ensure awarded by the start of classes. (Nov 1 st is a Sunday, will accept FAFSA applications on November 2 nd ) *Check online at my.maricopa.edu, under Account Inquiry for Drop/Add deadlines **Once enrolled in classes you will receive an from Money Network through your MCC student account to set up your refund option. Any issues or inquiries on your refund please contact Money Network at The refund delivery option you choose will determine the processing time in which you will receive your funds, after the funds are applied to your school account. Delivery of refund can take from 2-10 business days. If all your classes start after Pell Census date, funds will be released 5 business days after the start of the class. The Basic Financial Aid Process for the Student: 1. Register for classes. 2. Make payment arrangements for tuition. (See Tuition Payment Options below) 3. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). 4. Make sure you check your status at least weekly online at my.maricopa.edu: Check your To-Do List and Message Center to find out what documents are required by our office. Check your award notification through your message center. Allow a couple weeks for processing. Review award by clicking on View Financial Aid under the Finances Section to accept or decline any loans if applicable. (Note: Grants are automatically accepted) Check on your refund. Tuition Payment Options: Pay your tuition in full: In person at Enrollment Services (Southern and Dobson Campus) or Mesquite Bldg. (Red Mountain Campus) By phone with a representative (480) Online at my.maricopa.edu Pay your tuition with a monthly payment plan: Register for the payment plan through, my.maricopa.edu under the Finances Section. (For more information on payment plan check out the Cashier s website). If you get on the payment plan and will be receiving financial aid, you may be eligible for re-imbursement. NOTE: If you are applying for fall financial aid after July 1st, it is highly recommended that you make payment arrangements to ensure that your classes are not cancelled (dropped for non-payment). Any tuition not paid by financial aid is your responsibility. 14 MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE

17 Criteria for Aid: All federal & financial aid programs have specific eligibility requirements, and may differ between programs. Please note the specific requirements below for each program: All Federal aid: Students must be seeking an eligible degree at MCC to be eligible for aid. Some financial aid programs are limited so students should register for classes as soon as possible and ensure they have completed the FAFSA. Students must be enrolled in courses required for their degree program. Students must be meeting the Standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Must be a US Citizen and/or permanent resident of the United states. Federal work study: Federal work study requires that you have a job secured on campus before we can award the funds for the term.. Visit Career and Re-Entry Services for job postings ( o Student You must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours during the term. If you fall below halftime you are no longer eligible for FWS. Direct loans: You must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours. NOTE: Your financial aid funds will be disbursed at the beginning of the semester. If for some reason you do not maintain your original level of enrollment fulltime (12+ credit hours), ¾ time (9-11 credit hours), or halftime (6-8 credit hours) and have 'not attended', or 'dropped' your late starting class(es), and/or your class gets cancelled, your aid will be adjusted accordingly and you may incur a debt. For Maricopa Grant (Funding is limited): Must be enrolled in a minimum of 3 credit hours for the term. Must be meeting the Standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress, not limited to but including continuing students. SEOG/LEAP Grant (funding is limited): Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours for the term. Must be meeting the Standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress, not limited to but including continuing students. Must have unmet financial need Scholarships (Funding is limited) Each scholarship has specific and unique criteria Must apply for each scholarship individually Must apply online at mesacc.edu/financial-aid/types-aid/scholarships *Please refer to our web pages, mesacc.edu/financial-aid, for more detailed eligibility information and learn more about our programs. MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE 15

18 2016 Spring Financial Aid Information Sheet 2016 Spring Financial Aid Information Sheet Important Spring 2016 Dates Nov 1,2015 Dec 4,2015 Jan 5, 2016 Jan 26,2016 Jan 26,2016 Jan 28,2016 Feb 12,2016 Feb 16, 2016 Mar 23,2016 Priority deadline to submit 15/16 FAFSA application for Spring 15 to ensure awarded by the start of classes. (Nov 1 st is a Sunday, will accept FAFSA applications on November 2 nd ) Tuition due date for Fall semester. Book advances for this term will start to disburse.** (book advances disburse 9 business days before the start of your first class) Pell Census (last day to increase Pell grant for any classes) Due date for Consortium Agreement (if you are taking classes at two schools) Financial Aid refunds will start to disburse for the term. ** Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal submission deadline for the term. 30 day delay loan disbursement funds are applied to your account. ** Second loan disbursement funds are applied to your account.** *Check online at my.maricopa.edu, under Account Inquiry for Drop/Add deadlines **Once enrolled in classes you will receive an from Money Network through your MCC student account to set up your refund option. Any issues or inquiries on your refund please contact Money Network at The refund delivery option you choose will determine the processing time in which you will receive your funds, after the funds are applied to your school account. Delivery of refund can take from 2-10 business days. If all your classes start after Pell Census date, funds will be released 5 business days after the start of the class. The Basic Financial Aid Process for the Student: 1. Register for classes. 2. Make payment arrangements for tuition. (See Tuition Payment Options below) 3. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). 4. Make sure you check your status at least weekly online at my.maricopa.edu: Check your To-Do List and Message Center to find out what documents are required by our office. Check your award notification through your message center. Allow a couple weeks for processing. Review award by clicking on View Financial Aid under the Finances Section to accept or decline any loans if applicable. (Note: Grants are automatically accepted) Check on your refund. Tuition Payment Options: Pay your tuition in full: In person at Enrollement Services (Southern and Dobson Campus) or Mesquite Bldg. (Red Mountain Campus) By phone with a representative (480) Online at my.maricopa.edu Pay your tuition with a monthly payment plan: Register for the payment plan through, my.maricopa.edu under the Finances Section. (For more information on payment plan check out the Cashier s website). If you get on the payment plan and will be receiving financial aid, you may be eligible for re-imbursement. NOTE: If you are applying for fall financial aid after July 1st, it is highly recommended that you make payment arrangements to ensure that your classes are not cancelled (dropped for non-payment). Any tuition not paid by financial aid is your responsibility. 16 MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE

19 Criteria for Aid: All federal & financial aid programs have specific eligibility requirements, and may differ between programs. Please note the specific requirements below for each program: All Federal aid: Students must be seeking an eligible degree at MCC to be eligible for aid. Some financial aid programs are limited so students should register for classes as soon as possible and ensure they have completed the FAFSA. Students must be enrolled in courses required for their degree program. Students must be meeting the Standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Must be a US Citizen and/or permanent resident of the United states. Federal work study: Federal work study requires that you have a job secured on campus before we can award the funds for the term.. Visit Career and Re-Entry Services for job postings ( o Student You must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours during the term. If you fall below halftime you are no longer eligible for FWS. Direct loans: You must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours. NOTE: Your financial aid funds will be disbursed at the beginning of the semester. If for some reason you do not maintain your original level of enrollment fulltime (12+ credit hours), ¾ time (9-11 credit hours), or halftime (6-8 credit hours) and have 'not attended', or 'dropped' your late starting class(es), and/or your class gets cancelled, your aid will be adjusted accordingly and you may incur a debt. For Maricopa Grant (Funding is limited): Must be enrolled in a minimum of 3 credit hours for the term. Must be meeting the Standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress, not limited to but including continuing students. SEOG/LEAP Grant (funding is limited): Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours for the term. Must be meeting the Standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress, not limited to but including continuing students. Must have unmet financial need Scholarships (Funding is limited) Each scholarship has specific and unique criteria Must apply for each scholarship individually Must apply online at mesacc.edu/financial-aid/types-aid/scholarships *Please refer to our web pages, mesacc.edu/financial-aid, for more detailed eligibility information and learn more about our programs. MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE 17

20 Refund Policy for Credit Classes mesacc.edu/cashiers-services Refunds for canceled or dropped courses are not issued automatically. Call , to have the refund mailed or credited to a debit/credit card, or in person at the Cashier Services at Southern & Dobson or Red Mountain campus. Credits will be made to the original debit/credit card used for payment. Refund Eligibility Students who officially withdraw from credit classes (in fall, spring or summer) within the withdrawal deadlines listed below will receive a 100% refund for tuition, class and registration processing fees. Deadlines that fall on a weekend or a college holiday will advance to the next college workday, except for classes fewer than 10 calendar days in length or as specified by the college. Calendar days include weekdays and weekends. Refer to individual colleges for withdrawal and refund processes. Note: Winter Intersession classes are classified as Spring Semester classes for accounting and enrollment purposes. Official Withdrawal Length of Class Deadlines for 100% Refund 1-9 calendar days Prior to the class start date calendar days 1 calendar day including the class start date calendar days 2 calendar days including the class start date calendar days 3 calendar days including the class start date calendar days 4 calendar days including the class start date calendar days 5 calendar days including the class start date calendar days 6 calendar days including the class start date 70+ calendar days 7 calendar days including the class start date Tuition and Fees mesacc.edu/students/cashiers/ Arizona state law stipulates that college students who are not legal United States citizens or are without lawful immigration status must pay out-of-state tuition and that persons who are not United States citizens and who are without lawful immigration status are not eligible for financial assistance using state money. The law requires that those who are not citizens or legal residents pay out-of-state tuition. For more information regarding student compliance, visit maricopa.edu/residency Tuition* In-county: $84 per semester credit hour Out-of-state students who reside in state taking in-person courses: $325 per semester credit hour Out-of state students taking Internet courses: $215 per semester credit hour. For more information, visit sites/default/files/adopted%20%20fy %20tf_1.pdf Out-of-county students: $359 per semester credit hour Audit fees (in-county): $106 per semester credit hour Out-of-state students participating in Western Undergraduate Exchange Program: $126 per semester credit hour Out-of-state students in study-abroad programs (other field study costs will apply): $201 per semester credit hour Apache and Greenlee County students seeking the In-County resident rate, must complete the Arizona Out-of-County Resident Affidavit Form and submit to college cashier office upon payment of tuition. Students from any other county in Arizona pay in-county tuition due to a reciprocal agreement with that county. Special and miscellaneous fees may be applicable in addition to tuition. Students may incur expenses beyond established fees in certain courses. *Tuition is subject to change. The Maricopa County Community College Governing Board reserves the right to change tuition and fee charges when necessary without notice. Payment Payments must be received by payment deadlines indicated on the Student Center account. To find due dates, log into the Student Center at my.maricopa.edu. Scroll down to Finances. Click on the drop-down menu and choose Charges Due. Students can pay tuition and fees in person, by mail, by telephone at , option 3, or online through the Student Center (e-check and credit/debit card only online). Acceptable methods of payment include cash, check, money order, or debit/credit card. Check payments must have the student ID indicated on the face of the check. Payments by mail should be sent to: Mesa Community College Attn: Cashier Services 1833 W. Southern Ave., Mesa, AZ Checks should be made payable to Mesa Community College. A fee of $15 will be charged for each returned check. Students with returned checks may risk being dropped from classes without refund. Tuition Payment Plan Online Only A tuition payment plan is also available allowing students to pay their tuition and fees in several monthly installments. The cost to participate includes a $20 non-refundable enrollment fee. A low down payment is required and payments are automatically withdrawn from a checking account or from a debit/credit card each month. For more information, visit the e-cashier website at mesacc. edu/cashier-services/payment-options/tuition-payment-plan 18 MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENROLLMENT GUIDE