Take Advantage of Flexible, Accelerated Courses at Middlesex CC

At Middlesex Community College, students can fit education into their busy lives. The Fall 2023 semester features a variety of course formats and options to best meet students’ needs, from on-campus, online and hybrid options to full-length and accelerated courses. This includes two eight-week Mini-mesters for students to reach their goals faster.

“Mini-mesters are an excellent way for students to fit more classes into their schedule throughout the semester, helping them complete their degree, certificate or industry credential faster,” said Arlene Rodríguez, MCC’s Provost and Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs. “The accelerated sessions are a popular and convenient option for many of our students. They can start their education when they want, fully commit to a subject in a limited period of time, explore available options, and get on track to transfer to a four-year institution or enter the workforce.”

MCC’s Fall 2023 semester starts on Tuesday, September 5. Students can choose to register for the traditional 15-week semester or two accelerated eight-week Mini-mesters. While Mini-mester I begins September 5, MCC’s Mini-mester II offers students a second chance to take classes in the semester with a Monday, October 30 start date.

Students enrolled in the accelerated Mini-mesters receive the same content, academic standards and number of instructional hours as courses scheduled in the traditional 15-week semester. This allows students to complete general education requirements and earn credits and explore a variety of subjects, including arts and humanities, business, education, health, social science, public service and STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics).

MCC’s flexible Mini-mesters allow students to make going to college a priority and a possibility. All MCC students also gain access to award-winning student support services and resources to help them succeed from day one, including tutoring, advising and financial aid assistance.

Students enrolled in Mini-mester I and II may also qualify for financial aid. MCC encourages students to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to find out their eligibility. From 8:3 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Mondays throughout the summer, students can meet one-on-one with financial aid counselors in Bedford and Lowell to get their questions answered and go through the application process.

For more information, visit www.middlesex.mass.edu/registration/ or call 1-800-818-3434