Bachelor & Master Degrees on the MCC Campus

In addition to the many traditional transfer opportunities available to MCC students, the college also partners with six universities in unique programs allowing occupational students to transfer to a high quality baccalaureate program. See the individual college for details -- WMU, GVSU, and FSU (offices in Stevenson Center, Room 1106) can be completed on the MCC Campus.  In all transfer programs, be sure to see an MCC counselor for details.

• Ferris State University
• Franklin University
• Grand Valley State University
• Northwood University
• Western Michigan University
• Capella University

Ferris State University

MCC Campus Location: Room 1106, Stevenson Center for Higher Education, 231.777.0587

Ferris State University partners with Muskegon Community College to help working adults stay current in their field or get the additional education necessary for advancement.

• Coursework is designed to make the most of your job experience and to give you practical information tailored to your current or planned career.
• Classes are small so you get to know your instructors and fellow students.
• First- and second-year classes can be taken through MCC. Ferris classes are offered in the evenings and on weekends to accommodate your busy schedule.
• Many classes are offered online, so you can work from home, on your own schedule.
• All courses are taught by faculty who combine academic training and career experience in their fields of expertise.

Computer Information Systems BS*
Prepare for leadership in all key areas of business and industry. Your knowledge of the information technology systems and environment will enable you to pursue opportunities in a variety of IT/IS areas, including positions in computer programming/analysis, systems analysis, network administration, and microcomputers. And because this unique program offers a well-designed combination of liberal arts courses, core business classes and hands-on CIS classes, you'll be well-positioned to advance into management positions in a variety of organizations, businesses, financial institutions, manufacturing plants and government agencies.
*Select courses required for the completion of this degree may require travel to Grand Rapids.

Franklin University

Franklin currently offers 12 majors: Accounting, Applied Management, Business Administration, Computer Science, Digital Communication, Healthcare Management, Human Resources Management, Information Technology, Management, Management Information Sciences, Marketing, and Public Safety Management.  Students will earn their Associates degree through MCC, and then finish their bachelor’s degree by simultaneously taking MCC courses and on-line courses through Franklin.  Students can also continue their education at the graduate level through Franklin University’s 17-month on-line MBA.

For more information, call the MCC counseling office at 231.777.0362, or email Franklin University’s Director of Community College Relations Bob Morris at morrisb@franklin.edu, or call 1.888.341.6237 ext. 6203.

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Grand Valley State University

MCC Campus Location: Room 1106, Stevenson Center for Higher Education, 231.777.0505

MCC has partnered with GVSU for many years to develop programs which enable the student to easily transfer into a baccalaureate degree program. We can help you get started by providing assistance with degree planning, credit transfer, and enrollment procedures. For more information, call 231-777-0505or visit our office in the Stevenson Center for Higher Education on the MCC campus.

In Muskegon we offer:

• Teacher Certification - Elementary Education - Social Sciences emphasis

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Northwood University

Management

A unique 3 + 1 program exists between MCC and Northwood University. Students are able to enroll for three years of classes at MCC before transferring to Northwood’s Grand Rapids program for their senior year of study. Northwood University offers a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with an emphasis in Management.

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Western Michigan University

MCC Campus Location: Room 1106, Stevenson Center for Higher Education, 231.777.0500

BSE Manufacturing Engineering

This degree is a cooperative partnership between MCC and WMU. All courses are offered in Muskegon and the entire degree can be completed in four years. Foundation and pre-engineering courses are offered by MCC, and manufacturing core classes are offered by WMU. Resident faculty are available for advising.  For additional information, click here. 

This degree is a cooperative partnership between MCC and WMU. All courses are offered in Muskegon and the entire degree can be completed in four years. Foundation and pre-engineering courses are offered by MCC, and manufacturing core classes are offered by WMU. Resident faculty are available for advising.  This unique baccalaureate degree provides graduates with a Michigan vocational education endorsement. Admission is limited to those with an applied science associate degree. Some courses are offered only in Kalamazoo.  MCC and WMU partner to offer three programs in Pulp and Paper Science. Students who obtain MCC’s Associate in Applied Science in Pulp and Paper Science may transfer to WMU’s main campus in Kalamazoo to complete a BS Paper Science or BSE Paper Engineering.

Check here for MCC and WMU Transfer Credit Equivalencies.

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Capella University

Computer Information Systems

MCC and Capella University, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, offer an innovative 2 + 2 online Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems. Students possessing an associate degree may complete all of their upper level classes in an online format, offering a convenient, timely method of study.

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BS Occupational Education Studies

This unique baccalaureate degree provides graduates with a Michigan vocational education endorsement. Admission is limited to those with an applied science associate degree. Some courses are offered only in Kalamazoo.

AAS Pulp and Paper Science

MCC and WMU partner to offer three programs in Pulp and Paper Science. Students who obtain MCC’s Associate in Applied Science in Pulp and Paper Science may transfer to WMU’s main campus in Kalamazoo to complete a BS Paper Science or BSE Paper Engineering.