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Mount Wachusett Community College, established in 1963, is a 2-year community college situated in Gardner, Massachusetts. The college serves more than 25 towns and cities in North Central Massachusetts. MWCC has satellite sites in:
- Athol
- Devens
- Fitchburg
- Leominster
- Orange
MWCC offers over forty academic programs which allow the students to earn associate of applied science, associate degree of arts, associate degree of science, as well as certificate. The college offer courses in day and evening classes, on weekends, and online. The main campus covers an area of more than 250 acres.
Mount Wachusett Community College offers several clubs and organizations for student development. The students of the college enjoy many support services such as the Academic Support Center and the Fitness and Wellness Center.
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Campus Location444 Green St
Gardner, MA 01440-1000
USA
Main Tel: (978) 632-6600
Web Site The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area. |
HighlightsWhere the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in family and social work, law, computer science and engineering, business and management, and medical adminstration.
- Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Large number of students.
- High female/male ratio.
- High faculty salary.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Faculty tenure system
- Library on-campus
- Study abroad option
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Associate | 446 | 26 | | 1-2 year certificate | 100 | 4 | | < 1 year certificate | 96 | 16 |
StudentsStudent enrollment was 4,147 in 2007-2008 (2,610 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. About 1% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 99% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 3,750 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,670 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid: Mount Wachusett Community College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2008-2009): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| With tenure | | 38 | | Without tenure; working toward tenure | | 35 |
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2008-2009 in parentheses) ART STUDIES (11 awarded) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (103 awarded) - Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Business Administration and Management
- Business Administration, Management and Operations
- Business/Commerce
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (45 awarded) - Computer Graphics
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
- Computer and Information Sciences
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (4 awarded) ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (2 awarded) - Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians
- Plastics Engineering Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (63 awarded) - Child Care Provider/Assistant
- Child Care and Support Services Management
- Child Development
- Human Services
LAW (33 awarded) - Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS (101 awarded) - General Studies
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (6 awarded) - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
MEDIA (5 awarded) - Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (16 awarded) - Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (19 awarded) - Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (184 awarded) - Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY (7 awarded) - Alternative and Complementary Medical Support Services
- Athletic Training/Trainer
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (22 awarded) - Corrections
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
THERAPY AND COUNSELING (21 awarded) - Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
- Physical Therapist Assistant
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