Counselor's Corner
Welcome to the Counselor's Corner, a dedicated space crafted for high school counselors facilitating the journey of future Eagles into Meridian Community College. We understand the pivotal role counselors play in guiding students through their transition from high school to college, and this page is your comprehensive resource. Here you will find all the necessary information to ensure a smooth and informed admission process for your students!
ADMISSIONS TO-DO LIST:
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Submit an Application for Admission
- Submit an official, final high school transcript OR high school equivalency (GED,
HiSET, TASC)
Note: Test scores (ACT/SAT/Accuplacer) are not required for general admission to MCC. However, test scores may be necessary for
course placement and/or program admission.
Official Transcripts Can Be Submitted In 3 Ways:
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Sent through a secure electronic server (ex: Parchment, Scribbles, etc.) to admissions@meridiancc.edu.
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A student may bring in their official documents in a sealed envelope to the Office of Admissions located in Ivy-Scaggs Hall.
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Mailed in a sealed envelope to:
Meridian Community College
ATTN: Office of Admissions
910 Hwy 19 North
Meridian, MS 39307
MCC Advising is located in the L.O. Todd/Billy C. Beal Student Success Center. The primary responsibility of an advisor is to guide students in making wise selections of course offerings with careful attention to institutional policies and degree requirements. In addition, effective advising will also assist students in identifying available internal and external resources that will have a positive impact on their MCC experience. Consideration of each student as a unique individual with unique needs is recognized as the foundation of MCC’s advising program.
HOW TO MEET WITH AN MCC ADVISOR:
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Send an email to advising@meridiancc.edu
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Contact them directly (click here to view MCC advisors)
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Stop by the Advising Department, located in the L.O. Todd/Billy C. Beal Student Success Center (formerly the Library)
Freshman Scholarships
*Priority Deadline
APRIL 1
Tuition Guarantee
Deadline
SEPT 15
Federal & State Aid
Deadline
SEPT 15
First-Time Freshmen (Lauderdale County Grads) are students who have recently graduated
from a school in Lauderdale County and are applying to MCC for the following semester.
(Fall semester for May graduates or Spring semester for December graduates).
Financial Aid To-Do List:
OPTIONAL FINANCIAL aid:
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Federal Work Study Program: provides on and off-campus employment opportunities for eligible students. To be considered for a Federal Work-Study job, the student must have applied for a Pell Grant, submitted a College Work-Study Job Application, and have unmet financial need as determined by the Federal Needs Analysis Methodology.
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Federal Pell Grant Program: provides grants to undergraduate students who have financial need and meet the other general eligibility requirements for student financial assistance. Credit balances are paid at the end of the first nine weeks each semester (fall, spring). Pell Grants are awarded during the summer to students who meet the above requirements. For details about summer Pell Grants, contact the Financial Aid Office.
To apply for a Pell Grant:
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Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at studentaid.gov. The paper forms are only available from the Department of Education. Students may obtain up to 3 paper copies by calling 1.800.433.3243. Financial aid personnel will gladly help with any questions about completing the application. The student should list all schools that he wants to receive the information from.
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Within two weeks after completing the FAFSA online, or four weeks if completed by paper, the school will receive the results electronically and the student will receive a Student Aid Report Information Acknowledgment (SAR). If the student did not list MCC on the original application, the student should add MCC’s school code online to their FAFSA as soon as possible.
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If a student qualifies to receive a Pell Grant and has submitted all necessary documentation, an account is established so that he/she may charge tuition and fees in the Business Office.
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Your financial aid will become active in the Bookstore approximately three days prior to class start date. Students receiving financial aid should direct questions or problems to the Financial Aid Office. You will need your student ID and a copy of your class schedule to use your financial aid and to purchase textbooks in the bookstore.
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Once all of the required information is submitted to the Financial Aid Office and grant eligibility is determined, a student will receive an award notification in an e-mail to the student’s Eaglenet e-mail account. The student should notify the Financial Aid Office in writing if he/she wishes to decline any or all of their financial aid awards. This may be done through e-mail or in person. Click here to learn more about Financial Aid Award Notifications.
First-Time Freshmen (Mississippi Residents) are students who have recently graduated
from a school in Mississippi (outside of Lauderdale County) and are applying to MCC
for the following semester. (Fall semester for May graduates or Spring semester for
December graduates).
Financial Aid To-Do List:
OPTIONAL FINANCIAL aid:
-
Federal Work Study Program: provides on and off-campus employment opportunities for eligible students. To be considered for a Federal Work-Study job, the student must have applied for a Pell Grant, submitted a College Work-Study Job Application, and have unmet financial need as determined by the Federal Needs Analysis Methodology.
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Federal Pell Grant Program: provides grants to undergraduate students who have financial need and meet the other general eligibility requirements for student financial assistance. Credit balances are paid at the end of the first nine weeks each semester (fall, spring). Pell Grants are awarded during the summer to students who meet the above requirements. For details about summer Pell Grants, contact the Financial Aid Office.
To apply for a Pell Grant:
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Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at studentaid.gov. The paper forms are only available from the Department of Education. Students may obtain up to 3 paper copies by calling 1.800.433.3243. Financial aid personnel will gladly help with any questions about completing the application. The student should list all schools that he wants to receive the information from.
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Within two weeks after completing the FAFSA online, or four weeks if completed by paper, the school will receive the results electronically and the student will receive a Student Aid Report Information Acknowledgment (SAR). If the student did not list MCC on the original application, the student should add MCC’s school code online to their FAFSA as soon as possible.
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If a student qualifies to receive a Pell Grant and has submitted all necessary documentation, an account is established so that he/she may charge tuition and fees in the Business Office.
-
Your financial aid will become active in the Bookstore approximately three days prior to class start date. Students receiving financial aid should direct questions or problems to the Financial Aid Office. You will need your student ID and a copy of your class schedule to use your financial aid and to purchase textbooks in the bookstore.
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Once all of the required information is submitted to the Financial Aid Office and grant eligibility is determined, a student will receive an award notification in an e-mail to the student’s Eaglenet e-mail account. The student should notify the Financial Aid Office in writing if he/she wishes to decline any or all of their financial aid awards. This may be done through e-mail or in person. Click here to learn more about Financial Aid Award Notifications.
First-Time Freshman (Out-of-State) are students who have recently graduated from a
school outside of Mississippi and are applying to MCC for the following semester.
(Fall semester for May graduates or Spring semester for December graduates).
Financial Aid To-Do List:
OPTIONAL FINANCIAL aid:
-
Federal Work Study Program: provides on and off-campus employment opportunities for eligible students. To be considered for a Federal Work-Study job, the student must have applied for a Pell Grant, submitted a College Work-Study Job Application, and have unmet financial need as determined by the Federal Needs Analysis Methodology.
-
Federal Pell Grant Program: provides grants to undergraduate students who have financial need and meet the other general eligibility requirements for student financial assistance. Credit balances are paid at the end of the first nine weeks each semester (fall, spring). Pell Grants are awarded during the summer to students who meet the above requirements. For details about summer Pell Grants, contact the Financial Aid Office.
To apply for a Pell Grant:
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Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at studentaid.gov. The paper forms are only available from the Department of Education. Students may obtain up to 3 paper copies by calling 1.800.433.3243. Financial aid personnel will gladly help with any questions about completing the application. The student should list all schools that he wants to receive the information from.
-
Within two weeks after completing the FAFSA online, or four weeks if completed by paper, the school will receive the results electronically and the student will receive a Student Aid Report Information Acknowledgment (SAR). If the student did not list MCC on the original application, the student should add MCC’s school code online to their FAFSA as soon as possible.
-
If a student qualifies to receive a Pell Grant and has submitted all necessary documentation, an account is established so that he/she may charge tuition and fees in the Business Office.
-
Your financial aid will become active in the Bookstore approximately three days prior to class start date. Students receiving financial aid should direct questions or problems to the Financial Aid Office. You will need your student ID and a copy of your class schedule to use your financial aid and to purchase textbooks in the bookstore.
-
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Once all of the required information is submitted to the Financial Aid Office and grant eligibility is determined, a student will receive an award notification in an e-mail to the student’s Eaglenet e-mail account. The student should notify the Financial Aid Office in writing if he/she wishes to decline any or all of their financial aid awards. This may be done through e-mail or in person. Click here to learn more about Financial Aid Award Notifications.
Contact MCC Financial Aid:
finaid@meridiancc.edu
601.484.8898
MCC's Net Price Calculator will provide students with an early estimate of the financial aid for which they might qualify. The Net Price Calculator is a planning tool only and not an application for financial aid. The calculator is intended to provide estimated net price information (defined as estimated cost of attendance - including tuition and required fees, books and supplies, room and board (meals), and other related expenses - minus estimated grant and scholarship aid) to current and prospective students and their families based on what similar students paid in a previous year.
At Meridian Community College, we believe in providing ambitious students with the opportunity to soar - even before they graduate high school. MCC's Dual Education program allows eligible students to earn dual credit or be dually enrolled at MCC. Not only does this program accelerate your academic journey, but it also provides a taste of college life and its rigors, ensuring you're well-prepared for what lies ahead! Register now for Summer and Fall 2024! 🦅
Accessibility Services
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
Career & Testing Center
The Holladay Testing Center is located on 14th Street at the back of campus. This facility was formerly known as the E-Learning Center. It is now combined with the former Career Center to provide all testing services for MCC. Proctored exams from MSVCC, online courses, third-party certifications, professional licensures, College Level Examination Program (CLEP), DSST, Praxis, GRE, and pre-employment testing are available through the Testing Center. Students may also receive assistance with their resumes and job searches (by appointment only).
For more information:
Katrina Garrett, Director
katrina.garrett@meridiancc.edu | 601.484.8724
The Eagle Experience (College Preview Day)
At Meridian Community College, we know that seeing is believing. Often, we find that students leave the Eagle Experience with an entirely new understanding of our campus life. This event is filled with fun, games, and information. Students will hear from the Ivy League Recruiters and also have an opportunity to see our campus. Who knows, they might even find themselves standing in a chair screaming for their teammate to win a game on stage!
As a high school counselor, you can schedule an Eagle Experience for your school, and we will design an event specifically for your students!
If you are interested in bringing your students for an Eagle Experience, please email recruiting@meridiancc.edu.
Military & Veterans Services
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.
For more information:
Shaquita Hopson-Alfonso, Associate Director of Military & Veterans Services
shaquita.alfonso@meridiancc.edu | 601.484.8723
Student Support Services
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.
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
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