Metropolitan Community College

 
P.O. Box 3777
Omaha, NE 68103

Metropolitan Community College provides high quality education to a diverse student population in the nation's heartland. A comprehensive, full-service community college, Metropolitan Community College has added to the educational growth and economic prosperity of thousands of people throughout the state of Nebraska. Today, Metropolitan Community College is one of the fastest growing institutions of higher education in the state of Nebraska. MCC strives to be the number one provider of post-secondary learning for the community by exceeding the expectations for educational quality, student choice, community access, and affordable tuition.

Metropolitan Community College focuses primarily on career preparation and general education through its many educational offerings. In fact, Metropolitan Community College offers over 100 one- and two-year programs in a variety of disciplines such as business administration, culinary arts, nursing and allied health, and many others. Other important aspects of MCC's service to the community include general support courses, continuing education classes, and business/industry training opportunities. A recent study noted that the economic impact that Metropolitan Community College has on the community is substantial. For instance, 97 percent of employed Metro Community College graduates remain in Nebraska to work. And 64 percent of MCC graduates work in training-related jobs.

With the largest enrollment out of six community colleges in Nebraska -- and the third largest post-secondary institution in the state -- Metropolitan Community College is changing lives. Whether students are looking for excellent academic transfer programs, career-ready degrees, or customized business training, Metro Community College can help them succeed through small classes, expert instructors, individualized attention and most notably, quality education.

Quick Facts:

During the 2003-2004 academic year, nearly 800 students graduated from Metro Community College.

The average age of students at Metro Community College is 30 years old.

Over 60% of students attend Metro Community College part time.

The average class size at Metro Community College is 16 students.

57% of Metro Community College graduates plan to continue their education.

More than 26,000 credit students attend Metro Community College annually.