Welcome to the High School Scholars Program
The Middlesex County College High School Scholars program allows high school students to
experience college work while still in high school. You can earn college credits that will appear
on a Middlesex County College transcript and may be accepted by other colleges. The program
also allows high school students to explore different fields of study
Keep in mind that you will be on a college campus. Whether students are on the main campus
in Edison or one of the College’s Urban Centers in New Brunswick or Perth Amboy, it
represents an open and unsupervised environment that is not comparable to the supervision
provided by your local public, private or parochial school. If you have any concerns, we
recommend door to door delivery and pick up. If your child plans on using the Library or going
to the College Center, please make sure s/he obtains and carries with them an MCC ID card
and the current semester sticker (obtainable from the Student Activities office).
All of the College’s policies regarding course withdrawals, refunds, payments and transcript
requests apply to High School Scholars students. If you decide not to take the class for which
you have registered, you MUST withdraw from the class prior to the 1st starting day of the
semester for a 100% refund. If no formal withdrawal is made prior to the first day of the
semester, you are still responsible for the payment due whether or not the student attends the
class.
The College will not release information about any student without permission from the student.
Therefore, you will be signing a waiver during the application process that grants approval for
the College to release grades and other information pertaining to the participation in the
program to a parent or guardian, as well as high school personnel.
Instructors issue course syllabi at the first day of class (some will email this ahead) that cover all
of the important class information. You may want to review this so you are familiar with
attendance and grading policies, class schedules, tests, quizzes, and/or papers that are
required. When in doubt, you should contact the instructor with any questions.
Instructors often use the College’s Campus Cruiser internet program to communicate with
students. Passwords will be mailed from the Admission’s Office to the student and should be
kept private. Please familiarize yourself with this technology which also enables you to check
your own grades, records, order transcripts, etc. No formal grade report will be mailed to you.
FAQ’s
Who can qualify?
In County high school students, who have completed the necessary prerequisites, may enroll as
a Middlesex County College High School Scholar. Prerequisites are listed within individual
course descriptions.
Do I need to submit SAT scores?
If you have taken your SAT’s then you can submit them. We will review the scores and advise
you as to which course you have placed into based on your scores. If however, you have not
taken the SAT test you will then need to take the Placement test. Middlesex County College
requires that incoming students be evaluated in reading, writing, and mathematics skills. A
College Placement Test is given to determine skill levels in these areas and to help place
students in the courses appropriate to their background and needs. For more information on
the Placement test please click on the following link
http://www2.middlesexcc.edu/admissions/testing-center.html
How can I obtain my SAT scores?
SAT score reports can be printed from the college board website, http://www.collegeboard.org/
Please print out the official score report and include it with your application.
How can I view the course schedule?
Please click on the college’s main page www.middlesexcc.edu and scroll down until you see
helpful links on the right. Click on search for credit courses. This will bring you to the MCC
Search for Course Sections, click on the term tab and click on subjects, once you have chosen
the subject press submit and this will provide the schedule for those classes.
Where are classes held?
Classes are held on the main campus in Edison, as well as the New Brunswick Center and
Perth Amboy Center.
When are classes held?
Classes are held during the Fall and Spring semesters. Students interested in enrolling in
Summer courses must complete and submit the Joint Enrollment Application and students are
required to pay full tuition/fees during the summer.
Are evening and Saturday classes available?
Yes, the college does offer courses during the evening hours, as well as Saturdays.
A class that I am interested in taking is now closed? What can I do?
If a class section is open but has already met you are required to obtain the instructor’s
signature on an Add/Drop/Change Form giving you permission to join the class. It is your
responsibility to take the necessary steps to make up any course work you have missed.
If the class is closed, you will need the signature of the instructor of the class and the
chairperson of the department for that class on an Add/Drop/Change Form. Only the chair can
overload a closed class section. Click on the following link to print out the add/drop form
http://www.middlesexcc.edu/registrar/files/dropadd.pdf
Can I register for classes on the web?
No. High school students must submit the high school scholar’s application/registration form
every semester that the student wants to attend.
Will I be in a class with just high school students?
Classes taken here at the college will include other MCC students of all ages.
I am not sure what course to take, who can I talk to?
All high school students are advised to speak to their guidance counselor prior to registering.
They can assist you in choosing the proper courses for your career plan. All applications must
include your guidance counselor’s signature as well.
What form of payment does the college accept?
The College accepts cash, checks or money orders- made payable to Middlesex County
College, and Discover, MasterCard, Visa credit cards.
Tuition and fee payments have due dates based upon when your first register for the semester.
Students with unpaid bills beyond the due date are subject to cancellation by the College. The
Payment Option Plan is not available for high school scholars. The balance must be paid in full
by the due date to avoid cancellation of your entire schedule. You are responsible for
withdrawing from each course if you do not plan to attend.
If I do not make payment by the due date, will my schedule be canceled?
Tuition and fee payments have due dates based upon when you first register for the semester.
Students with unpaid bills beyond the due date are subject to cancellation by the College.
Is their Financial Aid for the High School Scholars Program?
No, there is no Financial Aid currently available.
What if I no longer want to stay enrolled in the course?
Failure to attend class or verbal notification to the instructor does not constitute official
withdrawal. You must submit an Add/Drop/Change Form to be officially withdrawn from the
course. You can access the form by click on the following link
http://www.middlesexcc.edu/registrar/files/dropadd.pdf
Will I receive a refund once I withdraw from the course?
Only if you withdraw prior to the semester start date will you receive a refund. Once the
semester has started NO refunds are given.
Where can I purchase my books?
Books are required for the first day of class and can be purchased from the Blue Colt Bookstore
or online at www.bluecoltbookstore.com In the event that you select another retail source for
your purchase, please be sure that you have the exact title, author, and edition that the
instructor has requested. For more information you can contact the bookstore at 732-906-2539.
How can I access my grades?
You can access your grades by logging onto your campus cruiser, clicking on Web Advisor and
then clicking on My Grades. You can also order an official transcript for your records. The
college no longer mails out grades.
How do I order my transcripts?
You may request an official transcript without coming to MCC. You may download the transcript
request form from our website, once you have completed the form, you may mail the request to
the Registrar’s Office, at Middlesex County College, 2600 Woodbridge Avenue, Edison, NJ,
08818. Please call the Registrars at 732-548-6000 for their office hours. Requests take 4 to 5
business days. There is NO charge. Please click on the following link for the transcript request
form http://www.middlesexcc.edu/registrar/files/transcript.pdf
Do you know your Campus Cruiser Log In ID and Password? Do you know why you
should?
If you answered, “no” keep reading!
Your Campus Cruiser/Web Advisor Log In ID and Password give you access to a variety of
web-based services, including email, announcements, and important notifications from your
instructors and College administrative offices. In addition, it allows you to access your midterm
and final grades, print a copy of your class schedule, and much more. Many instructors are
requiring that their students use CC/WA to get the course syllabus and class assignments.
Even if you aren’t eligible to register this semester through CC/WA, you may be able to in the
future. And, it’s still important to know your Log In ID and password so that you can access the
other valuable services CC/WA has to offer.
I forgot my Campus Cruiser/Web Advisor password. How do I find out what it is?
Bring a form of photo identification to the Office of the Registrar. They will reset your password
Can I participate in the high school scholars program if I am not in high school?
The high school scholars program is open to students who are in the 9th through 12th grade.
Once a student graduates high school they may apply as an MCC student. They can contact the
Admissions Office at 732-548-6000 for more information.
We do offer programs for students who attend 6th, 7th and 8th grade but ONLY during the
SUMMER. There is the Gateway program and the Algebra Summer Institute. Please click on
the link below to learn more about those programs.
http://www2.middlesexcc.edu/office-of-school-relations/information-for-students.html
I have a learning disability; can I enroll in the high school scholars program?
Services and accommodations are provided in keeping with the regulations and spirit of Section
504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act.
Accommodations will be provided based on a student's needs and supported by documentation.
Can I take more than one class?
Yes, but be advised that the $125 tuition fee applies only to the first course taken here at the
MCC Campus. All other courses taken at the college will be charged full tuition/fees. Please
refer to the table below.
I live out of county; can I still register as a high school scholar?
Yes, as long as all pre-requisites have been met. Please be advised however, that out of
county high school students will be charged out of county tuition/fees. Please refer to the table
below.
Do you provide transportation?
Students are responsible for their own transportation. Middlesex County College does not
provide transportation for high school students.
Can I participate if I am homeschooled?
Yes, as long as you reside in county and have completed the necessary prerequisites.
Can I get a MCC ID?
• ID’s are made in the Student Activities Office. Please call them at 732-906-2569 to obtain their
schedule.
•Students MUST bring another form of ID, as well as, their current class schedule in order to get
their ID’s.
•Student ID’s are used for a number of reasons, but mainly it is a secondary form of photo ID.
Student ID’s are used in the Library, Blue Colt Bookstore, and computer labs. In order to use the
computer labs, or take out books from the Library, you must show your current student ID.
•ID stickers – every semester, you MUST update your ID with a semester sticker from the
Student Activities Office. In order to obtain a sticker, you must show your current class
schedule.
•If you lose your ID, there will be a $10.00 replacement fee.
How do I apply?
Meet with your guidance counselor, review the Middlesex course schedule and choose the
course you want to study.
Complete the high school scholar’s application.
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Ask your guidance counselor and your parent or guardian to complete and sign the indicated
sections.
Submit all completed forms with payment (please make checks payable to Middlesex County
College) directly to:
Middlesex County College, Office of School Relations
Middlesex County College High School Scholars Program
2600 Woodbridge Avenue
P.O. Box 3050
Edison, New Jersey 08818-3050
HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARS TUITION/FEE INFORMATION
(Note: Textbooks are additional)
Course(s) taken:
1st Course
Each Additional Course
at Middlesex County College $125.00
Full Tuition/Fees*
at Student's High School
$125.00
$125.00
during Summer Session
Full Tuition/Fees*
Full Tuition/Fees*
Out-of-County Residents
Full Out-of-County
Tuition/Fees*
Full Out-of-County
Tuition/Fees*
*Please reference the MCC website and/or Course Catalog for current tuition/fees
Middlesex County College reserves the right to impose the following penalties:
■Cancel a student’s term schedule.
■Prohibit registration and/ or prohibit the receipt and transmission of transcripts (grades) until
the student’s total financial obligation is paid
■Charge the student penalty fees for dishonored check and/ or unpaid balance
■Refer the student’s account to a collection agency and/or take legal action with the
understanding that all expenses and penalties incurred will be paid by the student.
High School Scholars Application for Fall-Spring Registration - $125.00
http://www2.middlesexcc.edu/images/stories/HSScholarsRegular2012.pdf
Joint Enrollment Application for Summer Registration – Full tuition/fees
http://www2.middlesexcc.edu/images/stories/admissions/hs-summer-registration.pdf