BROCKTON CANTON MIDDLEBOROUGH

PMS 334
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2013-2014
BROCKTON
CANTON
MIDDLEBOROUGH
President’s Message
President’s Message
Dear Prospective Students,
Thank you for your interest in Massasoit Community College. With campuses
in Brockton and Canton and our newest location in Middleborough, our
students now have even more access to local, affordable, higher education.
Massasoit Community College has over 50 degree and certificate programs
and a variety of scheduling options–day, evening, weekend, and online, to
meet our students’ needs.
At Massasoit, we are committed to access and opportunity for all our
students. We provide small class sizes to allow for individualized attention.
We also provide academic support, counseling, and advising to help our
students reach their goals. Massasoit students are actively involved in one
or more of the wide variety of extracurricular clubs, activities, and athletic
teams that celebrate the diversity of our community. We want our students
to have exciting and active lives both inside and outside the classroom.
Low cost is one of the major benefits of attending community college;
this allows students who may not have had access to higher education an
opportunity for an excellent education. Our financial aid staff is committed
to working with you and your family to ensure that every student who wishes
to become part of our educational community can do so.
It is truly an exciting time for Massasoit Community College! We continue
to explore and initiate new and innovative program opportunities and
partnerships. We are upgrading and expanding our facilities in a variety of
ways. You have chosen an excellent time to join us. As you explore our offerings,
I invite you to speak with our admissions staff. You can also visit our campuses
at any time to meet with advising, faculty, or students, to gain a better
understanding of the experience we offer.
I also invite you to learn more about us through our website
www.massasoit.mass.edu. The site allows you 24-hour access to admission
information, program information, course descriptions, financial aid
information, and current happenings at the College. I encourage you to
consider a Massasoit education as your next step toward greater personal and
professional success!
Dr. Charles Wall
President
Massasoit Community College
Massasoit Community College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Massasoit Community
College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or age in
its programs, activities or employment. Lisa Lowery, Vice President of Human Resources and Donna R. Boissel,
Associate Director have been designated as the College’s 504/ADA, Title II, and Title IX Coordinators and may be
reached at 508-588-9100 ext. 1550 or 1505. Human Resources is located in the lower level of the Administrative
Building (Room A112). .
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Massasoit At A Glance
Brockton Campus
Our 100-acre Brockton Campus offers eight modern classroom buildings, laboratory facilities, a 75,000-plus volume
library, the Senator Anna P. Buckley Fine Arts Center (featuring two theaters, a television studio, a radio station, and
a modern language lab), the Representative Peter G. Asiaf Field House (housing a swimming pool, basketball and
racquetball courts, and a weight room), and access to public transportation via the BAT bus system.
Canton Campus
The Canton Campus is a multi-level facility set on 18 beautiful acres. Many fully equipped, modern laboratories,
classrooms, and extensive library are available. The campus is home to the Milton Art Museum and the Akillian Gallery.
Middleborough Center
Massasoit Community College moved into the former Lincoln D. Lynch Elementary School in 2010 and it became the
College’s Middleborough Center. The Center is now a modern, bright, facility with brand new science labs, classroom
space and equipment. The Middleborough Center offers day and evening
classes, close to home in a collegiate and comfortable setting. We offer full
associate degree program completion in Middleborough in liberal arts,
business, criminal justice, and childhood education, as well as variety of
prerequisite courses, workforce development and community education
courses.
Massasoit at a Glance
• Over 50 career and transfer programs including associate degrees,
one-year certificates and short-term training options
• Full-time, part-time, day, evening, and online options
• Open enrollment (unless otherwise noted)
• No application fee
• Financial aid to qualified applicants for qualified programs
• Payment plan option
• MassTransfer option with most MA state colleges and universities
• Small class size to maximize student potential
• Competitive cost
• Free tutoring services
• Career planning and placement assistance
• 38 computer labs
• Championship athletics
• Free shuttle service between the Brockton and Canton campuses
• Free parking
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Brockton Campus
Canton Campus
Middleborough Center
Programs of Study
Please note that some of the program specific courses are only available on certain campuses.
# - MassTransfer Eligible Programs
* - Selective Admissions Programs
ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAMS
Architectural Technology
Business Administration Careers - Accounting
Business Administration Careers - General Business
Business Administration Careers - Hospitality Management
Business Administration Careers - Marketing
Business Administration Careers - Supervisory Management
Business Administration - Transfer#
Child Care Education and Administration
Child Care Education and Administration - Transfer#
Computer Information Systems - Programming
Computer Information Systems - User Support
Criminal Justice - Career
Criminal Justice - Transfer#
Culinary Arts
Diesel Technology
Electronic Technology
Fire Science Technology
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technology
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technology - Building
Systems Energy Management
Human Services - Career
Human Services - Transfer#
Liberal Arts Studies
Liberal Arts Studies - Media Communications
Liberal Arts Studies - Theater
Liberal Arts Transfer#
Liberal Arts Transfer - Computer Science#
Liberal Arts Transfer - Elementary Education#
Liberal Arts Transfer - Science#
LPN to Associate Degree Advanced Placement Nurse Education
Full-time - Deadline to apply: February 1*
LPN to Associate Degree Advanced Placement Nurse Education
Part-time - Deadline to apply: February 1*
Nurse Education Full-time - Deadline to apply: February 1*
Polysomnographic Technology - Deadline to apply: June 15*
(Sleep Technology)
Radiologic Technology - Deadline to apply: February 1*
Respiratory Care - Deadline to apply: June 15*
Telecommunications Technology**
(Verizon employees only)
Visual Arts - Art and Graphic Design
Visual Arts - Fine Arts
**UNION APPRENTICESHIP
ONLY if you are a member of the union listed below:
Local 103 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
of Boston/Telecommunications Technician Apprenticeship
Program.
BOARD–APPROVED CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Dental Assistant*
Medical Assistant*
Office Technologies
COLLEGE–APPROVED CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Biotechnology
Child Care
Computer Repair and Maintenance
Computerized Accounting
Computerized Tomography*
Department of Developmental Services Direct Support
Certificate in Human Services (DDS employees only)
Environmental Technology - Advanced Drinking Water
Environmental Technology - Advanced Wastewater
Environmental Technology - Basic Drinking Water
Environmental Technology - Basic Wastewater
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Food Production
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technology
Insurance Billing Specialist*
Law Enforcement
Magnetic Resonance Imaging*
Microsoft Office Specialist
Museum Studies
Networking Specialist
Paramedic*
Pastry
Phlebotomy*
Admissions
Open Enrollment
• Credit programs require a high school diploma or GED.
• No application fee
• No SATs required
• The open enrollment policy does not apply to “selective admissions” programs of study, including Health Career
Programs which may have specific deadlines, prerequisites, and other admissions criteria. Please call the Admissions
Office for further information.
Rolling Admissions Programs
• Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis
• Some programs may limit numbers
• Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible prior to the start of a semester
• Full-time or part-time options
Three Easy Steps to Apply
1. Submit a completed application to the Massasoit Community College Admissions Office in Brockton, Canton,
Middleborough, or online.
2. Submit documentation of high school completion (transcript or diploma) with graduation date or self-certification
form (if eligible). Foreign high school transcripts must be evaluated.
3. Submit ALL official college transcript(s) from any other institution(s) attended.
Did You Know?
Submit your application to:
Massasoit Community College
Office of Admissions
One Massasoit Boulevard, Brockton, MA 02302
900 Randolph Street, Canton, MA 02021
49 Union Street, Middleborough, MA 02346
Brockton: (508) 588-9100, ext. 1411
Canton: (781) 821-2222, ext. 2117
Middleborough: (508) 588-9100, ext. 4002
MA Toll Free: 1-800-CAREERS
E-mail: [email protected]
www.massasoit.mass.edu
Fax: (508) 427-1257
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More than 900 students
graduate with an
associate degree or certificate
from Massasoit each year.
Selective Admissions Programs
Selective Admissions Programs
The open enrollment policy does not apply to “selective admissions” programs of study which may have specific deadlines,
prerequisites, and other admissions criteria. All applicants must submit a completed application form, official high school
transcript certifying date of graduation or an official GED transcript, and all official college transcripts. Applicants must
submit a letter of reference and a letter of interest. Applicants must attend an information session. Most selective admissions
programs require an extensive science background which may include college level Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, and
Microbiology. Priority consideration will be given to applicants who have successfully completed prerequisite courses with
a grade of B or better and all applicants will be scored using a rubric.
Please contact Admissions for current selection criteria or visit the Massasoit website at www.massasoit.mass.edu.
Brockton Campus Programs:
• Computerized Tomography (ARRT certified only)
• LPN to Associate Degree Advanced Placement Nurse Education - Full-time day (Application deadline February 1)
• LPN to Associate Degree Advanced Placement Nurse Education - Part-time evening (Application deadline varies)
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (ARRT certified only)
• Nurse Education - Full-time day (Application deadline February 1)
• Nurse Education - Part-time evening (Application deadline varies)
• Polysomnographic Technology (Sleep Technology) (Application deadline varies)
• Radiologic Technology (Application deadline February 1)
• Respiratory Care (Application deadline June 15)
Canton Campus Programs:
• Dental Assistant
• Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomy
• Insurance Billing Specialist
Middleborough Center
Program:
• Paramedic
Did You Know?
For students looking to take
prerequisite courses for any of our
Selective Health Care programs,
applying to the College
as a Liberal Arts Transfer - Science
student first is a great option.
Phlebotomy students receiving hands-on training.
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Student Support Services
Academic Resource Center (ARC)
The Academic Resource Center (ARC) offers a full range of tutoring and academic support services. Individual and small
group tutoring is available in most subject areas by appointment, and walk-in tutoring is available in several subject areas
such as mathematics and biological sciences. Appointments are strongly recommended. Within the Academic Resource
Center are the Writing Center and World Language Center which provide tutoring for reading and writing across the
curriculum and for ESL students. Faculty, professional, special needs, paraprofessional, and student tutors work together to
help students become more effective, independent learners. Students are encouraged to use the ARC, Writing Center and
World Language Center as places to study, either individually or with classmates.
For more information please call: (508) 588-9100, ext. 1801.
Disability Services
The goal of the disability service providers at Massasoit Community College is to facilitate equal access to postsecondary
education for students with disabilities and promote the standards set forth by the Association on Higher Education
and Disabilities. Upon acceptance to the College, students with documented disabilities who require support services
and/or accommodations are given the opportunity to identify a disability. As soon as possible, students are encouraged
to contact one of the disability service providers and self-identify. It is recommended that students schedule an appointment
to meet with the disability provider to discuss the need for specific services and accommodations and bring the appropriate
documentation with them to the meeting. For more information please call: (508) 588-9100, ext. 1801.
Did You Know?
All student support services
at Massasoit are free.
“While at Massasoit Community College I became
involved in Dramatikos, the student drama club. I
have performed in a Broadway Revue, ushered for the
Massasoit Theatre Company productions and did a
volunteer performance at St. Joseph’s Manor as part
of our club’s community service project. By being an
active student on campus, I have formed fantastic
relationships with many professors and students!”
—Samantha Jacobs
Liberal Arts Transfer student
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Student Support Services
Latch
LATCH is an academic support program that assists a variety of students. The most common is the first semester student
in school looking for help adjusting to college generally and for help in reading, writing, or math skills specifically. LATCH
courses are identical to those offered throughout the College.
LATCH offers
• Tutoring on a “drop-in” basis
• Counselors who are experienced at helping a student choose the right courses for that individual
• Individual interviews with counselors at least twice during a semester
• Workshops designed to help a student with such things as identifying a learning style, finding
an appropriate career for choosing a major course of study in college
LATCH services are also for adults who have been away from school for several years, students who have not maintained
good academic standing, students needing emotional support to succeed in college, students referred by high school
guidance counselors, special needs students with academic potential, students needing to develop academic skills and
community agency referrals. For more information please call: (508) 588-9100, ext.1070.
Plan
The PLAN Program is a TRIO Student Support Services Program funded under a grant from the United States Department
of Education. PLAN stands for the Proactive Learning Assistance Network. The goal of the program is to assist students with
their academic and personal needs by providing an array of comprehensive support services. The potential benefits of these
additional services include better grades; improved chances of graduation; assistance with transferring to a four-year institution
to obtain a bachelor’s degree; more defined educational and career goals; and an enhanced academic experience. The
Program is designed for students who have the academic potential to succeed but whose background and/or extenuating
life circumstances place those students at additional risk of not fulfilling their educational goals.
For more information please call:
(508) 588-9100, ext.1061.
Choices
CHOICES is a program specifically designed
to serve and meet the needs of Transitional
Assistance recipients. The program offers
academic and vocational college level courses,
personal support and academic advising,
assessment and career counseling, and
workshops in personal skill development.
CHOICES offers students a supportive
educational environment to increase selfawareness, enhance intellectual growth and
develop vocational strengths.
For more information please call:
(508) 588-9100, ext.1316.
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Your College / Your Campus
Bookstore
The campus bookstore is a Barnes & Noble college bookstore with a physical location on both the Brockton and Canton
campuses. You can buy, rent or order textbooks online or in-store. Show your Massasoit pride with various apparel,
souvenirs, and other merchandise.
Cafeteria
The Massasoit Food Service offers a full service cafeteria on our Brockton and Canton campuses. We continue to increase
healthy options and environmentally friendly products such as fresh made salads, daily grain options, soy milks, reduced
fats, more whole grains, healthy candy and snacks, and gluten free options. Ninety percent of the service paper products
in the cafeteria are compostable. We offer a full meal option during the academic year, as well as grill foods, soups, pizza,
and made to order sandwiches and salads.
Gym/Pool/Weight Room
Housed in the Peter G. Asiaf Field House is a beautiful gymnasium where our intercollegiate basketball teams play their
home games. Aside from games and practices, there are three basketball courts running cross court as well as a full length
court running through the middle of the gymnasium. The gymnasium is also home to many indoor intramural activities.
Massasoit also has a beautiful 25-yard pool available for our students, staff, and their guests when lifeguards are on duty.
Both the weight room and racquetball court are located on the lower level of the Field House.
Health Services
The Health Services offices on the Brockton and Canton campuses provide preventative and primary health care,
health education and health counseling. For more information please call: (508) 588-9100, Brockton, ext.1450,
Canton, ext. 2451.
Shuttle
The inter-campus shuttle is a great way to explore both the Brockton and Canton campuses without driving yourself. The
shuttle departs the Brockton Campus from the front entrance of the Student Center (next to the BAT bus stop) and departs
the Canton Campus from the front entrance of the Administration building. The shuttle also provides full, handicap access
and runs on a regular schedule.
Veterans Center
The Veterans Center is located in the lower level of the Student Center Building on the Brockton campus. It is open to
all military members, veterans, and their families attending Massasoit Community College. The center has full-time staff
to help you with educational/financial benefits including VA certifying; a dedicated Veterans Counselor with 20 years
of military service; a lounge area; computer workstations and a multimedia-enabled conference area, all in a relaxing,
collegial atmosphere. For more information please call (508) 588-9100, ext. 1477 or go to www.massasoit.edu/vets.
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Student Life
Student Life
Massasoit recognizes that significant learning activity occurs outside the classroom. Through the Student Life Office, we
provide a comprehensive program that includes lectures, movies, and other social and cultural activities. Each activity offers
the opportunity for student leadership and participation. For more information please call: (508) 588-9100, ext.1482.
The Student Senate sponsors various social, athletic, cultural, and literary efforts. The following is a sample of active clubs
and organizations:
Brockton
• Animal Lovers Club
• Literacy/Debate Club
• Anime
• Mary E. Baker Unity Club
• Beyond Recovery
• Media Club
• Cheerleaders
• Moment of Truth Prayer Club
• Creative Writing
• Muslim Student Association
• Culinary/Hospitality Club
• Newspaper/The Voice
• Dramatikos Theatre Company
• Nurses Club
• Earth Club
• Phi Theta Kappa (Honor Society)
• Gay Straight Alliance (GSA)
• Radiologic Technology Club
• Helping Hands
• Senior Center
• Hearts for Haiti
• Student Senate
• Honors Association
• Veterans and Service Members Club
• International Touch Club
• Warriors Dance/Step Team
• Women’s Resource Center
Canton
• Architectural Club
• Beyond Recovery
• Artists Union
• Dental Assistant Club
• American Society of Heating
Refrigeration and Air
Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE Club)
• Electro-Club
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• Phi Theta Kappa (Honor Society)
• Student Senate
Athletics
Massasoit is a Member of
• National Junior College Athletic Association
• Massachusetts Community College Athletic Conference
Athletic Honors Include
• 3 NJCAA National Championships
• 46 NJCAA New England Championships
• 100+ NJCAA All American Athletic Award Recipients
• 450+ All New England Awards
Our Varsity Sports Include
Women
Men
• Basketball
• Basketball
• Soccer
• Soccer
• Softball
• Baseball
Athletics Hall of Fame
Massasoit student-athletes and coaches have consistently
been singled out for academic and athletic merit through
league, All Region and All American recognition. For this
reason, the Massasoit Athletic Hall of Fame was founded
with the purpose of recognizing the extraordinary
accomplishments of individuals and teams. The first class
of honorees was inducted on June 11, 2010.
For more information regarding the Athletic Hall of Fame,
stop by the Athletic Department or go online to www.
massasoit.mass.edu, click on Athletics and navigate your
way to the Athletic Hall of Fame.
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Did You Know?
To be eligible for intercollegiate athletics, students must be enrolled
in at least 12 credit hours/semester and maintain a 2.0 gpa.
Learning Options
Online Learning
Online Learning provides a way for you to customize your learning experience to match your educational goals, learning
styles, and scheduling constraints. At Massasoit, Online Learning students enjoy the convenience and flexibility of learning
at a distance and at a place and time that’s right for them. Every Online Learning course meets or exceeds the academic
rigor and content found in traditional college courses while using proven interactive teaching strategies to engage and
involve learners. For more information please call: (508) 588-9100, ext. 1650.
Weekend College
In an effort to continue to meet the needs of our busy students, Massasoit offers courses on the weekends on Friday
evenings, all day and evening on Saturday and Sundays until 5 p.m. This allows students the ability to match educational
goals, learning styles and scheduling constraints.
English as a Second Language
The E.S.L. Department offers advanced college-level courses that have been specifically designed for students whose first
language is not English and who need to develop their English proficiency to a level appropriate for college courses in an
American college curriculum. Students who wish to take E.S.L. courses must be evaluated by the E.S.L. Department before
enrolling. For more information please call: (508) 588-9100, ext.1790.
Commonwealth
H P Honors Program
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The mission of the Commonwealth Honors Program at
Massasoit Community College is to provide enriched
educational opportunities for academically talented and highly
motivated students. We encourage the recognition of these
students as an integral part of our college community. Faculty is
encouraged to mentor these students, to assist in the transfer of
these students to four-year colleges and universities appropriate
to their needs, and to provide opportunities for independent
study as well as small peer classes for students who can work
above the collegiate norm to develop individual skills.
For more information please contact Professor Susan
Martelli (508) 588-9100, ext.1836 or visit H113 on the
Brockton Campus. For the Canton Campus please call
Professor LaFontaine (781) 821-2222, ext. 2838 or visit
Room 311B.
“Prior to coming to Massasoit Community College, I was such
a different student. The faculty here have pushed me and
helped me. At Massasoit, you can really connect with your
professors.”
—Dashawn Butner
Liberal Arts Transfer student
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MassTransfer
Program
Massasoit students who plan to transfer to the University of Massachusetts or one of the Massachusetts state universities
can participate in MassTransfer, a statewide program designed to facilitate transfer within the public higher education
system in the Commonwealth. MassTransfer provides Massasoit students who complete designated associate degree
programs with the benefits of full transfer and applicability of credit, guaranteed admission (2.5 or higher GPA), and
a tuition discount (3.0 or higher GPA). MassTransfer also provides students the intermediate goal of completing a
portable general education transfer block which will satisfy the general education / distribution / core requirements
across institutions.
MASSTRANSFER PROGRAMS AT MASSASOIT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Business Administration Transfer
Child Care Education & Administration - Transfer
Criminal Justice Transfer
Human Services Transfer
Liberal Arts Studies - Elementary Education
Liberal Arts Transfer
Liberal Arts Transfer - Computer Science
Liberal Arts Transfer - Science
BENEFITS OF MASSTRANSFER
Students who graduate from a MassTransfer eligible program are eligible for the following benefits, based on their final grade
point average: *Not all benefits or programs are available at all colleges and universities.
Minimum Final GPA / Benefits
2.0
No admission fee or essay
Full transfer of credits applied to the bachelor’s degree
Automatic satisfaction of the general education/distribution/core requirements at the receiving institution which can require no more than six additional credits or two courses
2.5
All of the above plus guaranteed admission
3.0
All of the above plus a 33% tuition waiver
Students who do not graduate from a MassTransfer eligible program but complete the MassTransfer Block with a GPA of
2.0 or higher and are accepted at one of the Massachusetts State Colleges/Universities or UMASS campuses are eligible for
the following benefit:
Automatic satisfaction of the general education/distribution/core requirements at the receiving institution which can
require no more than six additional credits or two courses.
MASSTRANSFER BLOCK
English Composition/Writing
Behavioral and/or Social Sciences
Humanities and/or Fine Arts
Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning
6 credits
9 credits
9 credits
3 credits
Natural or Physical Science
(At least one lab science)
7 credits
Total34 credits
(MATH121, MATH122, MATH 131 OR MATH203 or Higher)
Massasoit Community College participates in MassTransfer with the following colleges:
UMass Amherst
Bridgewater State University
Salem State University
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UMass Boston
Fitchburg State University
Westfield State University
UMass Dartmouth
UMass Lowell
Framingham State University Mass. College of Liberal Arts
Worcester State University
Advisement & Counseling/Transfer Services
Advisement & Counseling
The Advisement & Counseling Center’s mission is to offer comprehensive support services that help students obtain their
educational, career and life goals, facilitating student growth and development. Counselors welcome the opportunity to
discuss with students any topics that may contribute to a more satisfying college experience. Students who come to the
Center receive support in the following areas: academic advising, transfer information/counseling, personal counseling,
educational scholarship information and career information/counseling. For more information please call:
(508) 588- 9100, ext. 1461.
Transfer Services at Massasoit Community College
Massasoit Community College is committed to assisting students who wish to continue their education beyond the
associate degree. There are many ways students can transfer to a four-year institution beyond just MassTransfer State
agreements. Massasoit students will find that there are many options for transferring to four-year institutions through
established agreements.
2 + 2 Transfer Programs with Eastern Nazarene College
Now you can earn your bachelor’s degree at Massasoit. How? Complete an associate’s degree at Massasoit, then transfer to
Eastern Nazarene College. Take your courses at the Massasoit campus to complete your junior and senior year of college
to earn your bachelors degree. Eastern Nazarene College agreements are in the following programs of study:
Bachelor of Arts in Management
Bachelor of Arts in Education
Articulation/Transfer Agreements
Massasoit Community College has collaborated with many private colleges and universities to sign formal articulation
agreements in various programs of study. Articulation agreements commonly include transfer of Massasoit college-level
credit and potential guaranteed admission. Massasoit has articulation agreements with the following institutions:
Bryant College
Bellevue University
Curry College
New England College of Business and Finance
Additional Transfer Services
Massasoit’s Advisement & Counseling Center has many transfer-related activities for students throughout the academic
year. These include college transfer days, on-the-spot-admission interviews and transfer presentations and workshops.
Massasoit is dedicated to assisting students who wish to learn more about transferring and earning his/her bachelor
degree. Please contact the Advisement & Counseling Center at (508) 588-9100, ext. 1461 for detailed information.
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Employability / Career Options
Career Placement Services
Career Placement Services provides students and alumni with the skills needed
to prepare a professional resume and/or actively pursue employment. Current
full-time and part-time positions are posted on our computerized job bank
and our staff will help students learn how to write, critique and edit their own
resumes and cover letters for potential employers. For more information please
call: (508) 588-9100, ext.1406.
Center for Experiential Learning
The Center for Experiential Learning at Massasoit is a resource for students,
faculty, employers, and community partners who wish to receive and/or provide
experiential learning opportunities that enhance student learning, integrate
theory and practice, and promote professional development and active
citizenship. For more information please call: (508) 588-9100, ext.1018
or ext. 1020.
Massasoit Job Fair
Each spring, a job fair is held on the Brockton campus featuring a variety of
employers from our region looking to meet you. Students have a unique chance to network with potential employers and
take part in screening interviews.
Employability
Here are just a few of the many companies Massasoit students have been
employed by:
BAMSI
Mass. General Hospital
Bank of America
Mass. Department of Corrections
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Meditech
Brigham & Women’s Hospital
New England Sinai Hospital
Brockton Hospital
Old Colony YMCA
Bristol County D.A.
Panera Bread/Boston Bread
Caritas Good Samaritan Medical Center
Road to Responsibililty
Children’s Hospital
Rockland Trust
“Taking the speech communication class taught me to not be afraid of
speaking to anyone I don’t know or even in front of an audience. My
professor taught me to not be afraid to say what you want to say. The
experience has made me more active with my daily life and with others.”
—Zjalanda Pires
Liberal Arts Transfer - Science student
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Why Attend a Community College?
Why Attend
a Community College?
• No SAT/ACT requirement
Financial Advantages of
Massasoit Community
College
• Increase your GPA (Grade Point Average)
• Earn your associate degree for under $11,000
• Seamless transition from high school to college
• Save money before transferring to a public or
private college
• Feel more confident about moving on to a 4-year college
• Free student services
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate
outside commitments
• No mandatory meal plans or housing costs while
at Massasoit
• Free parking and shuttle transportation between our
Brockton and Canton campuses
• Time to decide on a major/career
• Instead of purchasing your textbooks, save money by
renting them through the Rent-A-Text Program at our
bookstore
• Small class sizes
• Live at home
• Go into the workforce after 2 years with an
associate degree
Did You Know?
• MassTransfer/Transferring of Credit
Massasoit has a Payment Plan. For more information log on to:
www.massasoit.mass.edu/admissions/e_payment.cfm
Tuition and Fees
*Subject to change
$200,000
$199,880
Four years at a private college in MA
$150,000
$100,000
$64,156
Four years at a MA public college or university
$50,000
$21,492 - $32,078
MassTransfer & MassTransfer with 33% discount with Massasoit
and eligible MA public college or university
0
$11,000
Two years at Massasoit
* Estimates based on public information gathered
for the 2012–2013 academic year. Estimates are based
on 12 or more academic credits per semester.
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Financial Aid
Financial Aid
Massasoit Community College participates in a number of federal, state and institutional financial aid programs to assist
you in financing the cost of your education.
Financial aid offered includes grants (free aid), scholarships, student loans, student work study (on-campus employment),
and veterans benefits.
We encourage you to determine your eligibility for financial assistance by filing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal
Student Aid) each year available at www.fafsa.gov.
How and When to Apply
• File the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) - available at www.fafsa.gov beginning January 1 for the
following summer, fall and spring semesters by our Priority Deadline of April 15 for the Fall (September) semester, and
November 15 for the Spring (January) semester.
• Apply for financial aid as soon as possible after January 1. Do not wait to be accepted into a degree program by the
Admissions Office. However, in order to meet the financial aid priority deadline of April 15 or November 15 you must
also have submitted your Massasoit admissions application by these dates.
• Provide additional documentation, if requested.
Priority Deadlines: April 15 for the Fall (September) semester, and November 15 for the Spring (January) semester.
Financial aid funds are awarded year round on a first-come, first-served basis. If you apply after the Priority Deadline, your
aid might not be available in time to satisfy your semester bill. There is also no guarantee that grant funds will be available
if you miss the Priority Deadline. Student loans are available to students who miss our priority deadline.
Eligibility Requirements
• You must be accepted into a degree program or eligible certificate program at Massasoit Community College
and meet the eligibility requirements established by the federal and state guidelines. Additional information is available on our website under Financial Aid.
• You may be enrolled full time (12+ credits) or part time (3–11 credits)
and still be eligible for financial assistance.
Additional Information
Did You Know?
The Financial Aid Office offers assistance with completing the FAFSA
in our office and at weekly FAFSA On the Web sessions.
Call for times and to schedule an appointment.
• Massasoit Community College CEEB School Code is 3549
• Massasoit Community College Federal School Code is 002177
• Massasoit financial aid and scholarship information at www.massasoit.mass.edu
(choose Financial Aid from the sidebar).
• Federal financial aid information at www.studentaid.ed.gov
• State financial aid information at www.osfa.mass.edu
• Free national scholarship search at www.fastweb.com
• Veterans information at www.massasoit.mass.edu (choose Financial Aid from sidebar, then Veterans Affairs).
For assistance, call the Financial Aid Office at 508-588-9100, ext. 1479, or email us at [email protected]
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Email Admissions at [email protected]
or Visit us on the Web at www.massasoit.mass.edu