Middlesex Community College
Middlesex Community College (MCC) is located in Bedford, Massachusetts. This public community college was established in 1970. It serves over 9,000 students currently and is among the largest community colleges in all of Massachusetts. MCC offers students well over 50 associate degree programs in various academic fields of study. There are also several certificate programs and short-term career-focused programs that students will be able to enjoy. Students who attend this college will be able to receive a complete education in their preferred area of study while being given all of the right tools to find success.
The MCC nursing program is designed to be convenient for students from diverse backgrounds. This school has an associate degree nursing program that is both thorough and flexible for students. Courses are offered during the daytime and students will also be able to sign up for evening courses, if this is easier for them to do. All of the courses are designed to prepare nursing students for their futures as nursing professionals. MCC also has an LPN-RN option for existing LPN's that meet the college's requirements. There will be a number of classroom learning experiences, as well as clinical experiences that take place at affiliated healthcare facilities. This program is approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing and is fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleLarge Suburb |
| Number of Students8,206 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio18:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level2-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus Housing- |
| Retention Rate62% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate's degree | 7 | 61 |
| Certificate | 1 | 15 |
Compare Schools
Nursing schools located within 36 miles radius of Middlesex Community College
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Massachusetts Bay Community College
15 miles away |
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Bunker Hill Community College
15 miles away |
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North Shore Community College
16 miles away |
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16 miles away |
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Northern Essex Community College
22 miles away |
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Nashua Community College
23 miles away |
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Quincy College
23 miles away |
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Quinsigamond Community College
30 miles away |
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Massasoit Community College
34 miles away |
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Manchester Community College
36 miles away |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education 12/01/1973 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 01/01/1980 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateCost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $198/credit | |
| In State Students | $198/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $404/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | - | |
| In State Students | - | |
| Out of State Students | - | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $8,910 | $8,910 | $18,180 |
| ADN | 70 | $13,860 | $13,860 | $28,280 |
| BSN | 125 | $24,750 | $24,750 | $50,500 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 68% of Middlesex Community College's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 42% | $4,216 |
| Other Federal Grant | 33% | $107 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 46% | $1,447 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 30% | $759 |
| Federal Student Loans | 17% | $4,070 |
| Private Loans | 1% | $4,965 |
$4,264
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$3,088 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$3,142 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$4,126 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$7,859 |
| Over $110,000$8,853 |
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Student Population
8,206
Undergrads
0
Graduates
4,702
Women
3,504
Men
35%
Full-time
65%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
56% |
|
Hispanic |
17% |
|
Asian |
13% |
|
Black/African American |
8% |
|
Two or more races |
2% |
|
Non-resident alien |
2% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
1% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Massachusetts state board of nursing.
