The mission of Middlesex County College is to provide access to a quality, affordable education for a diverse population, to support student success for lifelong learning, and to strengthen the economic, social and cultural life of the community.
Excellence
MCC values a rigorous and supportive learning environment
Integrity
MCC prides itself in fostering an honest and respectful institutional culture
Diversity
MCC respects and celebrates acceptance and understanding
Collaboration
MCC promotes a culture of cooperation and engagement
Transparency
MCC embraces authentic and transparent communication
Civility
MCC fosters respect and collegiality
A. MCC GATEWAY TO SUCCESS
MCC guides students through their transition to college, supports them in selecting and completing a pathway to achieve their goals, and prepares them for post-MCC success
Strategic Initiative #1: Enhance support of the Guided Pathways to Success model
Strategic Initiative #2: Build bridges between economic trends, demographic needs, and educational options
B. MCC FOCUSED ON STUDENTS
MCC promotes learning opportunities that broaden the boundaries of higher education and support access
Strategic Initiative #1: Employ engaged pedagogy and provide stimulating learning environments that offer multiple approaches to learning
Strategic Initiative #2: Develop curricular and co-curricular activities and opportunities that expose students to new opportunities and horizons
Strategic Initiative #3: Undertake initiatives to support access and affordability
C. ENGAGED WITH OUR COMMUNITY
MCC connects with employers, organizations, and individuals and establishes partnerships and collaborations that improve learning and services for students throughout the community
Strategic Initiative #1: Broaden public awareness and support by expanding MCC’s role in the region’s educational and cultural landscape through comprehensive programming, marketing, and fundraising strategies
Strategic Initiative #2: Expand community engagement through a Community Advisory Committee
D. PRIDE IN OUR WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT
MCC offers a spacious campus and two well-equipped centers with facilities and technologies that support teaching, learning, and student success
Strategic Initiative #1: Ensure that the College operates in an environment that is accessible to all
Strategic Initiative #2: Update existing facilities to support pedagogical and academic needs