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Campus Setting
Details
Public 2-Year
Red (183-18-52) and Black
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Fynneus the Fox
Undergraduate
5170
Transfer-in
Overall
12
Years 1 & 2
12
Years 3 & 4
Mountain Empire Community College
Mountain Empire Community College
Mountain Empire Community College is a comprehensive two-year college serving residents of Lee, Scott, Wise, and Dickenson Counties, and the City of Norton. MECC is one of twenty-three colleges in the Virginia Community College System and operates under policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Local Advisory Board. The College is financed primarily with state funds, supplemented by contributions from the local jurisdictions. MECC campus offices are open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Offices may experience schedule changes during peak periods and summer.
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Academics
Freshman Definition
A student that has completed less than 30 credits.
College Fit
Mountain Empire Community College's mission is to provide our region with accessible, quality higher education, workforc...see moreMountain Empire Community College's mission is to provide our region with accessible, quality higher education, workforce training, and community programs to ensure an educated population and globally competitive workforce. Mountain Empire Community College's mission is fulfilled through the following avenues: General Education, Career-Technical Education, Transfer Education, Developmental Studies, Dual Enrollment, Distance Education, Student Services, Workforce Development, and Community Services.
Freshman Student Catalog Year
The catalog year is based on the admission term that the student applies for.
Admissions and Financial
Application Type(s)
VCCS Application for Admission
Transcripts
Freshman students are required to submit a high school transcript or offical GED scores.
Tests
VPT Placement, SAT/ACT (not required, but will accept), CLEP(not required, but will accept), AP Credit
Important Dates
Freshman Application Deadline
Fall
Only for select admission programs ie Nursing
Freshman Application Deadline
Spring
Only for select admission programs ie Nursing
Freshman Financial Aid Date
5/1/2022
Freshman Financial Aid Date
5/1/2022
Academics
Transfer Definition
Having transferable courses from another institution with a C or better.
College Fit
Mountain Empire Community College's mission is to provide our region with accessible, quality higher education, workforc...see moreMountain Empire Community College's mission is to provide our region with accessible, quality higher education, workforce training, and community programs to ensure an educated population and globally competitive workforce. Mountain Empire Community College's mission is fulfilled through the following avenues: General Education, Career-Technical Education, Transfer Education, Developmental Studies, Dual Enrollment, Distance Education, Student Services, Workforce Development, and Community Services.
Associate Transfer Degree Completion
The transfer education program, which includes freshman and sophomore courses in arts and sciences and pre-professional ...see moreThe transfer education program, which includes freshman and sophomore courses in arts and sciences and pre-professional education, allows students to transfer into baccalaureate degree programs and four-year colleges and universities.
Dual Enrollment - Completion of Associates
The transfer education program, which includes freshman and sophomore courses in arts and sciences and pre-professional ...see moreThe transfer education program, which includes freshman and sophomore courses in arts and sciences and pre-professional education, allows students to transfer into baccalaureate degree programs and four-year colleges and universities.
Accepts Credits for Prior Learning
VCCS Policy 5.6.5.1
Course Transfer Criteria
Each student transferring from another college should consult Enrollment Services/Registrar at MECC for an assessment of...see moreEach student transferring from another college should consult Enrollment Services/Registrar at MECC for an assessment of credits. Generally, no credit will be given for subjects with a grade lower than ?C.? A transfer student may be advised to repeat courses if it is clearly advantageous to their curriculum advancement. The College will provide transfer students an evaluation of credits that will transfer from other institutions prior to enrollment when possible, but at least no later than the end of the first academic term of enrollment. When the course contains similar or like content and credit, the course will transfer as the equivalent of this institution?s course.
General Education Programs
MECC accepts the UCGS and Passport programs to meet General Education requirements
Admissions and Financial
Transcripts
Students are encouraged to submit transcripts immediately. Official transcripts are evaluated within 10 business days.
Tests
VPT Placement, SAT/ACT (not required, but will accept), CLEP(not required, but will accept), AP Credit
Important Dates
Explore Our Majors
The links below take you to pages on the Mountain Empire Community College website. Use Catalog Search to find their programs and courses in this portal.
Academic Options
Offers Credits for Prior Learning
Flexible Degree Options
Online Degree Options Available
Weekend/Evening Courses Available
Summer Courses Available
Concurrent Enrollment
High School Dual Enrollment
Reverse Transfer
Guaranteed Admissions
Campus Services and Engagement
Campus Housing
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
SOC Member
GI Bill/Tuition Assistance
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