As an outstanding, tax-supported community college, Mineral Area College is committed to offering students a high quality, affordable education which will enable them to attain their career and other personal development goals. The College provides a quality teaching and learning environment, and makes every effort to provide opportunities for life-changing educational, career, and cultural opportunities.
Philosophy of Purpose
Mineral Area College is dedicated to the belief that learning beyond high school is essential for the full development of individuals’ interests and capacities and for the training of responsible citizens who will make a worthy contribution in a democratic society. It further believes the public, two-year community college is in a unique position to contribute to the overall program of higher education by providing the first years of college at a reasonable cost. Close to the community it serves, Mineral Area College meets the needs not only of those who will transfer to other institutions, but also of those who are preparing for careers through occupational programs, and those who value learning for its own sake. Through continuing education and cooperative programs, the College contributes to the economic development and general welfare of the region. Mineral Area College believes in an open door policy that offers to everyone an opportunity to benefit from higher education. The College will at all times strive for quality in its educational programs.
Value Statements
1. We are committed to honoring, respecting and caring for the worth of one another by being professional, fair, honest, and communicative.
2. The development of our teaching and learning environment is a responsibility we share.
3. Our students are entitled to excellence, opportunity, and encouragement so that they may reach their goals.
4. Our teaching shall accurately serve our communities’ educational and training needs.
(Revised and Approved by Board of Trustees on April 14, 2005)
Vision Statements
Mineral Area College will be recognized as an innovative and significant educational institution and will:
1. Encourage and support individuals, businesses, and organizations to meet their learning needs.
2. Serve as a resource for community enrichment and cultural enhancement.
3. Attract, develop, and retain experienced, caring, dedicated, and professional employees.
4. Recruit, develop, and retain a diverse student population by providing a nondiscriminatory, accessible, quality, convenient, and affordable education.
5. Provide staff, faculty, and students with state-of-the-art technology and tools in programs and services.
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| Percent of Students International: | 0% |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | In-District | In-State | Out-of-State |
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 2,160 | $ 2,880 | $ 3,540 |
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 2,887 | 53% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 2,119 | 23% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 2,588 | 6% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 2,291 | 6% | |
Any Aid: |
91% |
