Become an Eagle
Welcome to Meridian Community College! As you consider the next steps in your educational journey, you're not just choosing a college; you're choosing a community, a place where your aspirations take flight and where your potential knows no bounds. Embrace the opportunity to discover yourself, develop your skills, and deploy your talents in ways that make a genuine difference. From engaging classroom experiences to enriching extracurricular activities, every aspect of MCC is designed with your success in mind. Our esteemed faculty and dedicated staff are here to guide you, inspire you, and help you find your wings.
MCC offers over 40 Career and Technical Education programs, a University Transfer program, Workforce Development, and more! Our well-rounded curriculum caters to a wide array of students, from those seeking to complete the first two years of college coursework to those eager to gain job-ready skills or upgrade their existing capabilities.
Programs marked with an asterisk (*) can be completed in one year or less!
The Division of Business offers courses that prepare you for employment in a wide range of careers. Career and Technical Certificate or Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree pathways are available.
- Accounting Technology*
- Business & Marketing Management Technology*
- Business Office Management Technology
- Cosmetology*
- Culinary Arts Technology*
- Digital Marketing Technology*
- Early Childhood Education Technology
- Graphic Design Technology
- Media Production Technology
- Medical Office Management Technology*
- Network & Cyber Security Technology*
- Real Estate Courses* (non-degree)
- Software Coding Technology*
The Division of Emergency Services at MCC offers career pathways into Emergency Management and Communications, Emergency Medical Science Academy, and Fire Protection Technology.
The Division of Health Education offers nine different fields of study in the medical area. Upon completion of required courses, students receive a Certificate or an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree.
The Division of Industrial Technology covers a wide arena of career options designed to meet the educational needs of students who are seeking preparation for employment in occupational fields. These programs are housed in the MCC-Riley Workforce Development Center.
The Division of Nursing covers Associate Degree Nursing, Health Care Assistant, and Practical Nursing. These programs provides students with educational opportunities for personal and intellectual development and for a career to help meet the health care needs of the community.
MCC offers the University Transfer Program for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution. The University Transfer Program is parallel to the courses taken by freshmen and sophomores at universities and senior colleges. Students who plan to continue their studies at a university should secure a catalog from that school so that their schedules can be formatted to parallel the senior institution’s curriculum.
The University Transfer Associate in Arts degree consists of a series of core courses and a selection of transferable courses based on the student’s desired major. Generally, one-half of the hours required for a bachelor’s degree may be transferred from a community college to apply to a degree at a senior institution.
Students with a disability (physical, mental, or learning) may qualify for accommodations at Meridian Community College. Intake appointments for the fall semester begin in early summer and for the spring semester in December.
For more information:
Ashley Garrett, CTE Support Services Coordinator
ashley.garrett@meridiancc.edu | 601.484.8777
MCC's Career & Testing Center is a free fully equipped with a computer lab that offers resources for career assessments and preparation, job searches, resume writing, and online research. Additionally, a large range of printing, faxing, and copying services are available for a nominal fee.
At Meridian Community College, we are committed to providing exceptional support and resources to our student veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their families. We understand the unique challenges faced by those who have served or are currently serving in the military, and we are here to assist in any way we can. Our goal is to ensure that our veterans and military students have a successful transition into college life and achieve their academic and career goals.
Student Support Services provides members of special populations equal access to recruitment, enrollment and placement activities, the full range of educational programs available, as well as comprehensive career guidance and counseling services. No one shall be discriminated against on the basis of their status as a member of a special population. We strive to encourage independence, assist students in realizing their academic potential and facilitate the elimination of physical, programmatic, and attitudinal barriers.
Services for single parents and displaced homemakers include counseling, guidance in achieving career goals, advocacy support, community referrals and networking with agencies.
Students are considered part of a special population if they are:
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Economically disadvantaged
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Educationally disadvantaged
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A displaced homemaker
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A single parent
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Preparing for non-traditional training and employment
For more information:
Wendy Cox, Support Services Coordinator
wendy.cox@meridiancc.edu | 601.484.8836
It is our goal to ensure that students involved with Meridian Community College have a fantastic experience. Whether you are in the process of trying to decide what college you want to attend or if you have already committed to becoming an Eagle, MCC has something for you to get involved in!
Our effort is to make sure that you have a variety of events to tell stories about in the days ahead. From movie nights in the theater and game nights in the Quave, to the Eagle Experience and Spring Fest, we want MCC to be memorable for you. Take advantage of these opportunities and be sure to remember that you are currently living what will one day be, the good ole days. Make the most of them.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
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Baptist Student Union (BSU) provides Christian fellowship and serves as a Christian witness to the campus and community.
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Commuter Student Organization is for students who live off-campus, but still want to get involved in campus life. Discover a world of opportunities that are tailored just for commuter students!
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Concert Choir consists of both music majors and non-majors and focuses on performing choral music from a variety of style periods. Students are provided opportunities to develop their musical potential and aesthetic understanding.
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Dimensions is a vocal ensemble and band composed of MCC students. Showcase your musical performance talents on and off-campus!
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Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) seeks to make disciples through methods of engaging, equipping, and empowering coaches and athletes to know and grow in Christ and lead others to do the same.
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Hispanic Outreach and Leadership Association(HOLA) serves to advance the Latinx community through cultural exchange while building leadership skills and characteristics of successful individuals. Contact Marion.Whiting@meridiancc.edu for more information.
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Ivy League Recruiters are MCC student ambassadors. Students serve as tour guides, assist with recruiting events, visit local high schools, and represent the college.
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Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) is an international honor society for community and junior colleges. The organization promotes the hallmarks of leadership, scholarship, service, and fellowship.
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Student Government Association (SGA) was formed to deal effectively with student affairs, develop good citizens through government experience, work with the administration in all matters affecting students' welfare, and direct student endeavors that may benefit the students.
Chandler Hamrick
Recruiting Coordinator
Chandler.Hamrick@meridiancc.edu
601.481.1340
Tiereni White
Recruiting Coordinator
Tiereni.White@meridiancc.edu
For more information:
Mandy Hurtt, Executive Director of Recruiting and Admissions
Mandy.Hurtt@meridiancc.edu
601.484.8819