MCC to Host College Fairs to Highlight Benefits of MassTransfer

Whether planning to transfer to a four-year institution or directly enter the workforce, Middlesex Community College is prepared to help students take their next steps after graduation. For students interested in transferring, Middlesex will host two college fairs this Spring to introduce them to the nine Massachusetts state colleges and the five University of Massachusetts campuses.

“Middlesex helps students transfer to four-year colleges and universities across New England and nationwide each year, and over 50 percent of our transfer students take advantage of MassTransfer,” said Nick Cloutier, MCC’s Coordinator of Transfer. “With so many options available to students, we want them to explore their opportunities and connect with college representatives to find the school that is the best fit for them after graduating from MCC. We have ways to connect with schools throughout the year, but we focus on our MassTransfer partners at our Spring college fairs.”

With MassTransfer, students only need to complete a form in their final semester and have a minimum GPA of 2.5 for guaranteed admission. Those who have a GPA of 3.0 or higher may be eligible for a 33 percent tuition waiver on their instate tuition costs.

Students can save thousands on tuition costs and complete general education requirements by starting at MCC. This includes MassReconnect, a state-funded program for individuals 25+ who do not have a prior degree who can earn a free associate degree or certificate before transferring to their next school. At MCC, students also get early exposure to their field of interest, with courses, hands-on experiences, and networking opportunities in just the first two years of their academic journey.

“There are many benefits of MassTransfer for students who earn an associate degree from MCC to transfer seamlessly to Mass. state universities and UMass campuses,” Cloutier said. “MassTransfer makes it easier to stay on track and minimize the time it takes to complete a bachelor’s degree. Some will see an additional financial benefit also. With MassReconnect, MCC makes it easier for students who always wanted to continue their education, but didn’t have the time or financial situation to make it a reality. This combination is a game changer for many students, and it can make a difference in their lives through education.”

During the fairs, students will have the opportunity to meet with admissions representatives from each of the state four-year institutions. They can learn about the varying school’s offerings and requirements, as well as the process for transferring after they graduate from MCC.

Admissions representatives are experts on their school’s information and a resource to MCC students as they explore their options, according to Cloutier. Meeting with the representatives helps students get a better sense of how selective and competitive institutions are, as well as know important deadlines and scholarship information.

“Even if it is their first semester at MCC, we want students to attend the college fairs and explore what is out there,” Cloutier said. “We can help students ask the right questions and they may even find a great school that they didn’t know was an option.”

MCC’s Bedford Campus College Fair will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, February 21. The Lowell Campus fair will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, February 22. Visit www.middlesex.mass.edu/transfer/ for more information.