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Innovative Bridge and Transitions Grant

Are you an MCC Adult Education student, a high school senior with Dual Credit, or an MCC student interested in transferring to the University Center (UC)?

Do you need financial assistance to help cover the costs of tuition and other expenses?

You could be eligible for the Innovative Bridge and Transitions (IBT) Grant.

This grant helps you to transition from MCC and/or the UC at MCC, empowering you to earn your degree and reach your career goals.

How the IBT Grant Works:

For Adult Education and Dual Credit Students:

  • Enroll in classes at MCC to complete your associate’s degree and/or prerequisite courses to prepare to transfer.
  • Qualify for up to $2,000 toward tuition for MCC credit courses.
  • Receive up to $500 (total) for miscellaneous fees or other financial barriers related to academic completion.
  • Get one-on-one support from the IBT Program Navigator, including connection to resources and the ability to discuss potential barriers.

For students planning to attend the University Center at MCC:

MCC

  • Enroll in classes at MCC to complete your associate’s degree and/or prerequisite courses to prepare to transfer.
  • Qualify for up to $1,000 toward tuition for MCC credit courses.
  • Receive up to $500 (total) for miscellaneous fees or other financial barriers related to academic completion.
  • Get one-on-one support from the IBT Program Navigator and UC at MCC Advising, including academic planning, connection to resources, and the ability to discuss potential barriers.

UC at MCC

  • Enroll in classes at the UC at MCC with one of our partner universities to obtain your bachelor’s degree.
  • Qualify for up to $2,000 toward tuition at the chosen university.
  • Receive one-on-one support from the IBT Program Navigator.
  • Get access to UC at MCC and partner university resources such as advising, financial aid, career services and more.

IBT applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Must be actively enrolled at MCC in an eligible program (credit program) or have plans to enroll for Spring 2026, Summer 2026, Fall 2026, or Spring 2027.
  • Students planning to transfer to the University Center at MCC must do so by Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 (grant ends in March 2027).
  • No current or past unresolved Student Code of Conduct issues.
  • Must meet and maintain the minimum GPA requirements at MCC and their transfer institution.

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Complete an IBT Grant Application »

Once you’ve submitted your application, we'll notify you about the decision via email.

All decisions are made on a case-by-case basis. If you have any questions, email Kathy Barklow or call (815) 479-7831.