New Student Checklist

Apply and Prepare

Apply to MCC

  • Receive an acceptance email one to two business days after applying.
  • Receive your myMCC Username and Password by email on the third business day.
  • For login issues, call the IT Helpdesk at (815) 455-8457.

Access myMCC

Select the "student email" box to read your MCC emails. You will receive multiple emails to this address about next steps, critical student information, registration dates, and more.

Apply for Financial Aid (FAFSA)

Visit Federal Student Aid. MCC's school code is 007691.

Alternative Application — Application and Resources

Determine Class Placement

Required for all degree-seeking students. Submit at least one of the following:

  • High School Students: Request an official high school transcript from your high school — your GPA will determine placement (valid for five years from graduation).
  • Current/Past College Students: Request an official transcript from your college/university for class evaluation (high school transcripts are not required when college transcripts are available).
  • SAT Scores — Request from College Board (valid for five years from test).
  • ACT Scores — Request from ACT (valid for five years from test).
  • AP Scores — Request from College Board.
  • Placement Test in English and/or Math

Complete New Student Orientation

Complete Online New Student Orientation

You will receive instructions for Part II after completing Part I.

Attend In-Person New Student Orientation and Course Registration

At NSO you will:

  • Register for classes.
  • Learn more about degree, certificate, and transfer options.
  • Review important campus resources and policies.
  • Find out where to get academic advice, help starting a career, or other ways to get support.
  • Explore academic and student life at MCC.
  • Learn how to take charge of your education.

Prepare for Your First Semester

Pay for Classes

  • Access the Student Finance tab in myMCC's Self-Service to check your tuition statement, pay online, or to set up a payment plan.
  • Apply for scholarships.
  • Visit Paying for College for more resources on tuition, payment plans, financial aid, scholarships, and other assistance.

Buy Your Books and Apparel

Shop the MCC Store

Need Accommodations?

Visit Accessibility and Disability Services (ADS) and select "New to ADS? Start here."

Email disabilityservices@mchenry.edu or call (815) 455-8766 with any questions.

Undecided?

MCC's career assessment tool, Career Coach, can help you find career fields that match your interest areas. Visit Career Services to start exploring! Also visit Career Exploration for additional resources.

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