
Enrollment Checklist
Whether you’re a high school student, a returning student or just looking to take a class on the side, following these steps will make your admissions experience easy!
If you’re interested in a selective admission health (Surgical First Assistant, Nursing, OTA, etc.) program be sure to read over the specific program admission requirements.
Admission to MCC does not indicate acceptance to a selective admission program.

Enrollment Steps
Submit the Application for Admission. It’s free, and it only takes about 15 minutes to complete.
To get started you'll need:
- Your Social Security number.
- An email address that we can use to contact you.
- Name and address of the high school you have attended.
- Name and address of any colleges you have attended.
Start Your Application
MCC encourages every student apply for financial aid. The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is required for grant, loan, and scholarship consideration. Learn more about how to pay for college.
MCC requires that all students (new, transfer, or returning) submit all necessary transcripts and/or documentation in order to complete their admission file.
New students (who have never attended college as a degree-seeking student) must submit their official, final high school transcript, notarized home school transcript, or GED scores. Students should contact their former high school (or Board of Education) or visit www.parchment.com/students/order-status/ and request their final high school transcript (with graduation date and final GPA) be sent to the MCC Records Office. Students may order their official, final GED transcripts at www.ged.com/life_after_ged/.
Students should contact their former high school (or Board of Education) and have them send your final high school transcript, with graduation date and final GPA. You can order your high school transcript at www.parchment.com/students/order-status/ or your GED transcripts at www.ged.com/life_after_ged/.
All students (new, transfer, or returning) must submit official, final transcript(s) from any previous non-KCTCS colleges attended. All official, final college transcripts must be received prior to class registration. Students should contact any former, non-KCTCS colleges attended, or visit National Student Clearinghouse, to request their official transcripts be sent to MCC. Students should also request a transcript evaluation so any credit may be applied to their account.
All transcripts should be sent electronically or by mail to: MCC Records, 2000 College Drive, Madisonville, KY 42431. Transcripts submitted to the Records Office must be official copies and must be sent directly from the forwarding institution. Unofficial or Issued to Student copies will not be accepted.
Please note: additional placement information (final high school GPA and/or appropriate test scores) may be required prior to class registration.
For more information, please contact the MCC Records Office.
MCC accepts a variety of placement test scores (including ACT, KYOTE and/or EdReady). For more information about placement, contact the MCC Enrollment Center.
All students must meet with an advisor before registering for classes. An academic advisor can help you set your educational and career path, from choosing your major and registering for classes, to graduating and evaluating transfer options. Appointments are available on the North & Muhlenberg County Campuses.
To schedule an appointment with an advisor:
Judith L. Rhoads Enrollment Center, North Campus
Phone: (270) 824-8657
Email: Vicky Buechner, vicky.buechner@kctcs.edu
Muhlenberg County Campus
Phone: (270) 757-9881
Email: Penny Jessup, penny.jessup@kctcs.edu
If using financial aid to pay for your classes, be sure to contact the MCC Financial Aid office to check your account, or visit your KCTCS student self-service. Visit the FA office (3rd Floor, John H. Gray Building, North Campus) or call 270/824-8598 for more information.
Tuition may be paid in person at the Business Office (1st Floor, John H. Gray Building, North Campus), online through KCTCS student self-service, or by calling the MCC Business Office.
MCC also offers convenient payment plans; contact the MCC Business Office (270/824-8584) for more information.
Visit the MCC Bookstore online or in-person (1st Floor, Beshear Education Center, North Campus) for all your college needs, including required and recommended textbooks and materials needed for your classes.
For more information, contact the MCC Bookstore: (270) 821-2261.
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Need Help Getting Started?
If you have questions about admissions, transcripts, courses or financial aid, feel free to connect with a member of our admissions team!
