• Vision Statement
• Mission and Goals
• A Brief History
• Mercer Students at a Glance
• Educational Advantages
• Accreditation
• Services to the Community
• Equal Opportunity Policy
• Campus Crime Statistics
• College Closing Information

Vision Statement

A vital college,
Engaged with its community, and
Dedicated above all else to student success.

A Brief History

Established in 1966, Mercer County Community College (MCCC) is a publicly supported comprehensive educational institution that provides opportunities for higher education through an open-door admission policy.

Read more about the college's history.

The scenic 292-acre West Windsor Campus was opened in 1972 to serve the needs of Mercer County residents. The newly-expanded James Kerney Campus, located in downtown Trenton, serves as an educational and cultural hub for city residents.

Mercer Students at a Glance

Mercer County Community College enjoys a diverse student body that brings a variety of background and experiences to campus. A brief introduction to Mercer students:

• More than 13,000 students enroll in one or more credit courses each year.
• Mercer County residents comprise three-fourths of the student population.
• International students (non-immigrant) representing more than 85 countries make up 5 to 6% of the student population.
• Enrollment includes 62% part-time students, 38% full-time; 43% men and 57% women.
• The average age of a full-time student is 22. The average age of a part-timer is 30.
• The average class size is 21.
• More than 35% of Mercer's graduates transfer to senior colleges or universities.
• MCCC offers 64 degree program options and 48 credit certificate programs. The three most heavily enrolled areas are Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Business.

Educational Advantages

MCCC offers 65 associate degree programs and numerous credit and noncredit certificate programs.

• Details about the college's degree and certificate programs
• The faculty's educational philosophy

MCCC degrees and courses transfer to numerous senior colleges through transfer agreements. Students can also enroll in a dual admissions program, which guarantees transfer into the junior year at six New Jersey colleges — Rutgers, Rider, The College of New Jersey, Montclair, NJIT and Thomas Edison.

Courses are available all year through flexible scheduling on two campuses during the day, evening and weekend, and through distance learning on The Virtual College. Students may attend full- or part-time.

Students receive academic advisement from faculty advisors in their program of study and through the Advisement Center. Students also receive academic assistance through the learning centers.

Students can seek employment in their fields through the Career Services and Placement Office with on-site NJ Employment Service.

Accreditation

The college is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and is authorized by the State of New Jersey's Commission on Higher Education to award associate degrees. Many of the college's academic programs are also accredited by national professional associations and their boards of certification.

The college's nursing program is accredited by the New Jersey Board of Nursing and the National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission (61 Broadway, New York City, NY 10006; 212-363-5555). The Radiography program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology and approved by the New Jersey Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners. The Medical Laboratory Technology program is accredited by the National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel. The Physical Therapist Assistant program is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association.

The Legal Assistant program is approved by the American Bar Association. The Funeral Service program is accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education. Aviation Flight Technology is accredited by the Council on Aviation Accreditation.

Services to the Community

The Arts

• Performances suitable for both children and adults in an intimate, handicapped-accessible Kelsey Theatre
• Annual art exhibits in an award-winning venue, The Gallery
• A listener-supported public radio network offering classical music programming throughout the region via WWFM, the Classical Network (89.1, Trenton; 91.1, Toms River, NJ)
• An annual community-based literary magazine, Kelsey Review
• Aspirations, an annual publication that showcases the works of local high school students

Life-Long Learning

• Speakers in various fields every semester through the Distinguished Lecturer Series
• Distance learning opportunities through online courses, computer-based courses, and cable television Channel 26, all part of The Virtual College

Business Development

• Training for employees through the Center for Training and Development

Health and Fitness

• Swimming, Nautilus machines, universal machines, lifecycles, treadmills, stairmasters, rowing machines in the Fitness Center

Youth

• Innovative programs for children and teens (Camp College, Sports Camps, Tomato Patch arts workshops, GEAR UP & SMILE, Educational Talent Search, Upward Bound, Youth Corps)
• Courses in the Performing Arts High School

Equal Opportunity Policy

Mercer County Community College is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action. Discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, nationality, political views, religion, disability unrelated to job or program requirements or any other characteristic protected by law is prohibited.

Questions regarding the equal opportunity policy and compliance statement may be directed to the Affirmative Action Officer, West Windsor Campus, (609) 586-4800, ext. 3270.