Early College of Muskegon County

Earn your Associate Degree from one of Michigan’s Top Community Colleges!

Muskegon Community College main campus

Early College Muskegon County is a program that allows selected students to extend high school by one year in order to earn both their diploma and up to 62 college credits from Muskegon Community College (MCC) at no cost to the student. Students receive special support to help improve their academic performance as they complete both high school and college coursework and secure their future education and career related goals. While students must provide their own transportation to the MCC campus, all other college costs including registration and technology fees, textbooks, and materials needed to complete the courses of study are covered.

Students can apply for Early College during their 10th grade year. Applications are available in the high school counselor’s office or by clicking on the link below. Students must have at least a 2.5 GPA, be able to reach set scores on the MCC placement test, and be on track to graduate high school. Students should see their high school guidance counselor for additional requirements set by their home-based district.

Degree earned by extending high school graduation by one year
Students receive support services throughout their Early College experience
Enjoy high school activities as well as high school extracurricular activities
Enjoy college intramural teams and club sports as well as other college educational activities
Tutoring services and libraries available at both the high school and college
Complete your diploma and up to 62 credits

For questions about the program, please contact:

	Val Shelby Dean, Early College (231) 777-0217 val.shelby@muskegoncc.edu
	Jamar Ragland Mentor, Early College (231) 777-0476 jamar.ragland@muskegoncc.edu