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ENROLLMENT
Admission to Mercer County Community College is open to anyone who can benefit from a post-secondary education. MCCC’s student body is diverse and includes both young adults as well as older learners. Students may attend classes during the day, evening, or on weekends at the West Windsor or James Kerney campuses, or online through MercerOnline. They may enroll full- or part-time toward earning a degree or certificate, or simply take a few classes.
Mercer welcomes applicants from other New Jersey counties and from other states and countries but reserves the right to limit such enrollments in programs with limited staff and physical capacity.
Admission AssistanceHelp is available at every step in the admission process. Students are encouraged to visit the college and meet with staff and faculty. To arrange a campus tour or for additional information or assistance, contact the Enrollment office at either Mercer County Community College campus: | West Windsor Campus | James Kerney Campus |
How to Apply
Prospective students must complete an admission application and have high school and/or college transcripts, or GED scores, and immunization records sent to the Enrollment office. SAT or ACT scores may also be sent. Although not required for admission, the results of SAT or ACT assessment may be used for course placement.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Applications are also available at the Enrollment Center on each campus. The college accepts applications throughout the year.
Immunization
State law requires each student matriculated in a degree program to provide a valid record of immunization for or immunity from measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) as well as hepatitis and the meningococcal vaccine. Students must complete the Immunization Record form available from the Enrollment Center and have it signed by their physician.
Students who attended elementary and secondary school in New Jersey may be able to obtain a copy of their immunization record from their high school. A copy of this record is acceptable in place of the college Immunization Record form.
Additionally, the law provides for exemption from submitting an Immunization Record form if a student was born before 1957, has a medical reason for not being immunized, or has a religious objection to immunizations. Students wishing to apply for an exemption may do so at the Enrollment Center.
College Skills Placement Testing
Students enrolling at Mercer may be required to take a college skills placement test, available at the Testing Center on both campuses. Placement test results do not affect admission to the college; however, scores will determine eligibility for certain courses and programs.
English as a Second Language Placement Testing
Students whose native language is not English and those wishing to enroll in English as a Second Language (ESL) courses should complete the ESL placement test. Contact the office of International Student Services for more information.
Academic Advising
Each new student meets with an advisor to develop educational plans, consider majors, have test scores explained, and build a class schedule. The student will also learn about appropriate support services, transfer details, college costs, and possible financial resources.
In addition, it is essential that students work with a faculty advisor for assistance in making educational choices and selecting courses that meet graduation and transfer requirements. From the day of admission until the day of graduation, Mercer is dedicated to helping its students get the most from their college experience.
Class Registration
Online Continuing and returning students can register online. | In-Person Students can register in person during normal operating hours at the Enrollment Center on the West Windsor Campus or at the Student Services office on the James Kerney Campus |