Mesa Community College
Mesa Community College is dedicated to excellence in its education services.
Students may find their career course with over 175 degree, career and transfer programs from which to select. Advantages of the broad array of resources at MCC's pair of complete campus facilities and Downtown facility along with individual access to top-notch instructors combine to produce successful attainment of goals for enrollees.
MCC wants to give its students the personal and professional skills they need to survive in today's fast-paced economy, and they will learn them through both classroom instruction and real-world experience.
Career and Job Opportunities
If students have any questions or concerns about their career paths, the MCC Career and Re-Entry Services department can help. If you're not sure about your major, or just curious regarding your career choices, select the below link to find Career Profiles that list labor market data, job titles, employment trends, salaries, plus a lot more.
MCC has a great AAS program in Automotive Performance Technology, with a 69 unit total. The skills emphasized in this program which is required to perform diagnostic tests and services are reading, math, problem solving and writing.
Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Air Conditioning: (13 credit hours required)
Students who complete the required 13 credit hours for the Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Air Conditioning will be able to diagnose problems and perform repairs on advanced air conditioning systems. The program focuses on techniques in reading, writing, problem solving, and mathematics which are desired for a successful career in the automotive service industry.
Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Automotive Electrical Systems: (13 credit hours required)
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Automotive Electrical Systems requires 13 credit hours and prepares a student to function as automotive technicians who are capable of diagnosing, servicing, testing, and repair of complex, computer-controlled automotive electrical systems. The program will improve your reading, math, problem solving, and writing skills.
Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Brakes, Alignment, Suspension, and Steering (15 credit hours required)
The Certificate of Completion in brakes, alignment, suspension, and steering requires 15 credit hours, and prepares students to diagnose, repair, service, and test those systems of an automobile. The program's emphasis is on practical experience in a lab which realistically simulates an automobile service facility.
Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Engine Performance and Diagnosis: (11 credit hours required)
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Engine Performance and Diagnosis is a course which requires eleven credit hours for completion and a student taking up this course is prepared to work as automotive mechanics and technicians who are capable of diagnosing, servicing, testing, and repairing engines and their components.
Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Transmissions and Power Trains: (11 credit hours required)
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Transmissions and Power Trains is a course which requires eleven credit hours for completion and students taking this course are able to work as automotive mechanics and technicians who diagnose, service, test, and maintain transmission and power train components. Featuring hands-on experience, the program is run in a laboratory simulating an automotive shop.
General Information
- Carnegie Classification:
- Associate's--Public Urban-serving Multicampus
- Religious Affiliation:
- Not applicable
- Federal Aid:
- Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Enrollment (Fall 2008)
- Total enrollment:
- 23825
- Undergraduate enrollment:
- 23825, 0
- 23825
- Undergraduate transfer-in enrollment:
- 23825, 0
- 23825
- Graduate enrollment:
- 23825, 0
- 23825
- Undergraduate attendance status (Full-time):
- 31.00, 69
- 31.00%
- Undergraduate attendance status (Part-time):
- 69, 31
- 69%
- Undergraduate student gender (Male):
- 46.00, 54
- 46.00%
- Undergraduate attendance status (Female):
- 54, 46
- 54%
Undergraduate race/ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaska Native:
- 3.00, 97
- 3.00%
- Asian/Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander:
- 5.00, 95
- 5.00%
- Black or African American:
- 5.00, 95
- 5.00%
- Hispanic/Latino:
- 16.00, 84
- 16.00%
- White:
- 62.00, 38
- 62.00%
- Two or more races:
- 7.00, 93
- 7.00%
- Race/ethnicity unknown:
- 7.00, 93
- 7.00%
- Non-resident alien:
- 1.00, 99
- 1.00%
Undergraduate Student Age
- 24 and under:
- 0, 100
- 0%
- 25 and over:
- 0, 100
- 0%
- Age unknown:
- 7.00, 93
- 7.00%
Age data are reported for Fall 2007.
Undergraduate Student Residence
- In-state:
- 7.00, 93
- 7.00%
- Out-of-state:
- 7.00, 93
- 7.00%
- Foreign countries:
- 7.00, 93
- 7.00%
- Unknown:
- 7.00, 93
- 7.00%
Residence data are reported for first-time degree/certificate-seeking undergraduates.
- Graduate attendance status (Full-time):
- 0, 100
- 0%
- Graduate attendance status (Part-time):
- 0, 100
- 0%
Estimated Student Expenses (Before Aid)
Undergraduate academic year prices
| Detailed Expenses | 2008-2009 | 2007-2008 | 2006-2007 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and fees | |||
| In-state | $1,734 | $1,590 | $1,590 |
| Out-state | $6,894 | $6,750 | $6,750 |
| Books and supplies | $1,120 | $1,104 | $1,064 |
Living arrangement
| Detailed Expenses | 2008-2009 | 2007-2008 | 2006-2007 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Room and board (Off Campus) | $7,785 | $7,668 | $7,368 |
| Other (Off Campus) | $5,157 | $5,076 | $4,878 |
| Other (Off Campus with Family) | $5,157 | $5,076 | $4,878 |
| Total Expenses | 2008-2009 | 2007-2008 | 2006-2007 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-state | |||
| Off Campus | $14,676 | $14,334 | $13,836 |
| Off Campus with Family | $6,891 | $6,666 | $6,468 |
| Out-state | |||
| Off Campus | $19,836 | $19,494 | $18,996 |
| Off Campus with Family | $12,051 | $11,826 | $11,628 |
Financial Aid
Full-time, first-time degree/certificate-seeking students, 2007-2008
- % of students receiving any financial aid:
- 50.00, 50
- 50%
- % of students receiving grant aid by type:
- Total grants: 35%
Federal: 26%
Institutional: 10%
- Average amount of grant aid received by type:
- Total grants: $7,260
Federal: $3,018
Institutional: $1,532
Retention and Graduation Rates
First-to-Second Year Retention Rates
Retention rates measure the percentage of first-time students who are seeking bachelor s degrees who return to the institution to continue their studies the following fall.
Retention Rates for First-Time Students Pursuing Bachelor s Degrees
- Student retention (Full-time):
- 56.00, 44
- 56%
- Student retention (Part-time):
- 35.00, 65
- 35%
Percentage of Students Who Began Their Studies in Fall 2007 and Returned in Fall 2008
Overall Graduation Rate and Transfer-Out Rate
The overall graduation rate is also known as the "Student Right to Know" or IPEDS graduation rate. It tracks the progress of students who began their studies as full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking students to see if they complete a degree or other award such as a certificate within 150% of "normal time" for completing the program in which they are enrolled.
Some institutions also report a transfer-out rate, which is the percentage of the full-time, first-time students who transferred to another institution.
Note that not all students at the institution are tracked for these rates. Students who have already attended another postsecondary institution, or who began their studies on a part-time basis, are not tracked for this rate.
Overall Graduation and Transfer-Out Rates for Students Who Began Their Studies in Fall 2002
- Overall graduation rate:
- 12.00, 88
- 12%
- Transfer-out rate*:
Percentage of Full-time, First-Time Students Who Graduated or Transferred Out Within 150% of "Normal Time" to Completion for Their Program
(*) Not all institutions report transfer-out rates.
Bachelor s Degree Graduation Rates
Bachelor s degree graduation rates measure the percentage of entering students beginning their studies full-time and are planning to get a bachelor s degree and who complete their degree program within a specified amount of time.
6-Year Graduation Rate by Race/Ethnicity for Students Pursuing Bachelor s Degrees
- (!)American Indian or Alaska Native:
- 6.00, 94
- 6%
- (!)Asian/Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander:
- 20.00, 80
- 20%
- (!)Black or African American:
- 4.00, 96
- 4%
- Hispanic/Latino:
- 9.00, 91
- 9%
- White:
- 12.00, 88
- 12%
- Race/ethnicity unknown:
- 4.00, 96
- 4%
- Non-resident alien:
- 22.00, 78
- 22%
Percentage of Full-time, First-time Students Who Began Their Studies in Fall 2002 and Received a Degree or Award Within 150% of "Normal Time" to Completion for Their Program
(!) Interpret data with caution. There are insufficient cases for a reliable estimate.
One or more categories are not present in the race/ethnicity graph because of an insufficient number of cases.
Programs/Majors
Completions 2007-2008
Mechanic and repair technologies/technicians
| Program | Associate | <1 year Certificate | 1 to <2 year Certificate | 2 to <4 year Certificate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 10 | 39 | - | - |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | 0 | 0 | - | - |
| Category total | 10 | 39 | - | - |
| Grand total | 10 | 39 | - | - |
|---|
Varsity Athletic Teams
2007-2008 Varsity Athletes
| NJCAA Division II | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Baseball | 30 | - |
| Basketball | 14 | 13 |
| Football | 83 | - |
| Golf | 9 | 4 |
| Soccer | 29 | 15 |
| Softball | - | 18 |
| Tennis | 7 | 8 |
| Track and Field, Indoor | 26 | 6 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 27 | 6 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 11 | 9 |
| Volleyball | - | 13 |
Accreditation
Institutional Accreditation
| Agency | Periods of Accreditation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission | 1967-01-01- | Accredited |
Specialized Accreditation
American Board of Funeral Service Education, Committee on Accreditation
| Agency / Program | Periods of Accreditation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| American Board of Funeral Service Education, Committee on Accreditation | 1997-07-01- | Accredited |
American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation
| Agency / Program | Periods of Accreditation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation | 2004-01-03- | Accredited |
| American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation | 2005-07-29- | Accredited |
American Veterinary Medical Association, Council on Education
| Agency / Program | Periods of Accreditation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| American Veterinary Medical Association, Council on Education | 2006-02-03- | Accredited |
