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Mountain Empire Community College

Big Stone Gap, VA 2-Year Public

MECC Academics

There is no accelarated degree program at Mountain Empire Community College, but students who wish to save money or graduate early can look into transferring in credits. Mountain Empire Community College accepts transfer credits. Additionally, Mountain Empire Community College has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

Mountain Empire Community College true.

Academic Options Yes No Note
Accelerated Degree Program X
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted
Summer Classes Available
New Student Orientation

Reminder: Mountain Empire Community College may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Will I Take At Mountain Empire Community College?

Mountain Empire Community College does not have a core curriculum. Since there are no specific-classes required in order to graduate, students have a lot of flexibiity about what classes they choose to take.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirementor a math or science requirement.

Students do not have to take a computer class.

Course Required?
2nd Language No
Math No
Science No
Computer No

Reminder: Check with Mountain Empire Community College directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Mountain Empire Community College

When choosing a major, Mountain Empire Community College students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Mountain Empire Community College.Mountain Empire Community College allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Mountain Empire Community College offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may mean taking more courses, but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to grad school.


Frequently Asked Questions About Mountain Empire Community College


Does Mountain Empire Community College Offer Learning Disability Services?

🟨 Check with Mountain Empire Community College directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does Mountain Empire Community College Offer Online Classes?

✅ Mountain Empire Community College true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Mountain Empire Community College Give AP Credit?

✅ Mountain Empire Community College true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Mountain Empire Community College Have An Honors Program?

❌ Mountain Empire Community College false or a Freshman Honor College.

Does Mountain Empire Community College Require Internships?

❌ Students at Mountain Empire Community College are not required to complete an internship as a graduation requirement.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While Mountain Empire Community College does not require internships for students of any major, internships can help students gain hands-on work experience for their resume, and explore career paths that interest them without committing to one path.


Additional Information About Mountain Empire Community College


Mountain Empire Community College Library

The main library on campus is the Wampler Library.

Dual Degree Programs at Mountain Empire Community College

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

For more information on possible dual degree options at MECC, contact the university directly.

ROTC

Does Mountain Empire Community College have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

MECC does not have any ROTC programs.

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

2,924

Campus Setting

Rural

Acceptance Rate

N.A.

Tuition and Fees

In State

$3,780

Out-of-State

$8,582

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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