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Mountain Gateway Community College
Mountain Gateway Community College
Mountain Gateway Community College (MGCC) is a two-year public institution of higher education and one of 23 community colleges in Virginia. The college is supported by the Commonwealth of Virginia; the counties of Alleghany, Bath, Northern Botetourt, and Rockbridge; the cities of Buena Vista, Covington, and Lexington.

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Academics

Freshman Definition
Completed less than 12 Academic Credits
College Fit
MGCC provides a great start with small class sizes, personal service, and innovative programs with competetive prices.
Freshman Student Catalog Year
Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
Admissions and Financial Aid

Application Fee
No application fee is required
Application Type(s)
General Admission, Degree-Seeking, Non-Credit/Special Interest, Dual Enrollment
Transcripts
Students must provided their final high school transcript. GED holders must submit their official GED scores.
Tests
Not required.
Essay
No essay is required
Letter of Recommendation
No letter of recommendation is required
Interview
No interview is required
Important Dates

Freshman Financial Aid Date
1-Dec
Freshman Financial Aid Date
1-Dec
Academics

Transfer Definition
A transfer student is someone that was enrolled at another college or university and is transfering in credits.
College Fit
MGCC provides a great start with small class sizes, personal service, and innovative programs with competetive prices.
Associate Transfer Degree Completion
We award SDV 100 credit for prior learning for transfer students who have completed an Associate degree or higher.
Dual Enrollment - Completion of Associates
Students earning an associate degree while in high school are not eligible for guaranteed admission programs and must co...see moreStudents earning an associate degree while in high school are not eligible for guaranteed admission programs and must complete 3 college specific general education courses. All courses are evaluated and trasnferred as applicable to your degree.
Transfer Student Catalog Year
Year of admission
Accepts Credits for Prior Learning
Yes
Course Transfer Criteria
Grade of C or better from a regionally-accredited college/university
General Education Programs
MGCC offers the UCGS and Passport programs to meet General Education requirements
Guaranteed Admission Agreement (GAA) Application Process
None required
Admissions and Financial Aid

Application Fee
No application fee is required
Application Type(s)
VCCS Admission Application
Transcripts
Students must provided their final high school transcript. GED holders must submit their official GED scores.
Tests
Placement testing not required for admission.
Essay
No essay is required
Letters of Recommendation
No letter of recommendation is required
Interview
No interview is required
Important Dates

Transfer Financial Aid Date
1-Dec
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Academic Programs
Special Transfer Opportunities

Academic Options

Offers Credits for Prior Learning
Flexible Degree Options
Online Degree Options Available
Weekend/Evening Courses Available
Summer Courses Available
Concurrent Enrollment
Offers High School Dual Enrollment
Reverse Transfer
Guaranteed Admissions
Campus Services and Engagement

Campus Housing
Career Services
Disability Services
Cultural Diversity Office
Student Clubs & Organizations
Sports
Military Friendly

Yellow Ribbon Program
Credit for Military Experience
Dedicated POC for Military
Recognized Student Veteran Organization
GI Bill/Tuition Assistance
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