Enrollment Guide

Quality

Middlesex College is your ticket to a better future. Middlesex College features excellent professors, small class sizes, a welcoming environment, and low tuition.

  • Two-Year Program

    Middlesex College offers 90 degree and certificate programs. Many can be taken online from the comfort of your own home. We also offer hybrid, weekend, and evening courses.

  • Transfer Your Credits

    Graduate from Middlesex College and transfer your credits to a four-year college for the last two years, saving thousands of dollars in the process.

  • Career Programs

    We also feature career programs, in which you graduate from Middlesex College and then start a career.

Transferability

Middlesex College students go directly into great careers, or transfer as juniors to institutions all over the nation, including Rutgers, Kean, and Montclair State, as well as Columbia, NYU and Princeton. We have transfer agreements with over 60 colleges and universities across the state and nation.

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Value

Our tuition is about one-third of a four-year school, and a fraction of private colleges and universities.

Students who graduate in the top 15% of their high school class may qualify for the NJ STARS program. These students receive free tuition to Middlesex College.

The Community College Opportunity Grant covers tuition and fees for students from families with an adjusted gross income of $65,000 per year or less.

We also offer a four-installment plan as a convenient payment option!

  • $400,000

    Middlesex College graduates earn on average over students with only a high school diploma.

  • 944

    Graduates transferred to four-year colleges or universities last year.

Faculty

Our professors are experts in their field and view teaching as their first priority. They work hard to make sure you have every opportunity to succeed. If you don’t understand the material, drop by or give them a call. Our professors are approachable and truly care about your success.

  • 22:1

    Student/faculty ratio

  • 55,638

    Students have graduated from Middlesex College since 1968.

Students

At Middlesex College, most of our classes are in the 20-24 student range. Our students come from every town in Middlesex County and some from outside the county. They are recent high school graduates looking to take the first two years toward a bachelor’s degree; others want to start a great career right after graduating from Middlesex College. Some may be adult students who have been out of school for a while, looking to upgrade their skills or start college. All find a welcoming environment here.

  • 52%

    Middlesex College students are first in their family to attend college

  • 222

    International students from 38 countries

Campus Life

Middlesex is a diverse community filled with people who go their own way while respecting others’ differences. We know that not all learning takes place in the classroom. That’s why you’ll have ample opportunity to grow through campus organizations, athletics and community service. You’ll learn leadership and communication skills, budgeting, event planning, and many others. Plus, you’ll meet new people and have fun.

  • 151

    Students in 11 athletic programs

  • 54

    Student clubs and organizations

Locations

Middlesex sits on a beautiful 188-acre campus in Edison and offers centers in New Brunswick and Perth Amboy.

Edison

2600 Woodbridge Ave., Edison, NJ • 732.548.6000

The Edison campus is located on Woodbridge Avenue, minutes from Route 1, the Garden State Parkway and the New Jersey Turnpike.

New Brunswick Center

140 New Street • 732.745.8866

The New Brunswick Center is located near the Theater District, at the intersection of New Street and Joyce Kilmer Avenue.

Perth Amboy Center

60 Washington Street • 732.906.7755

The Perth Amboy Center is in the same building as the Perth Amboy Vocational - Technical High School.

Our Students Say it Best!

Middlesex College students go directly into great careers, or transfer as juniors to institutions all over the nation, including Rutgers, Kean, and Montclair State, as well as Columbia, NYU and Princeton. We have transfer agreements with over 60 colleges and universities across the state and nation.

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Namema Amedi

What Can I Major In?

Middlesex College offers over 700 courses and more than 80 degree and certificate programs.

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Affordability

Low Tuition - $120 per credit

Students pay about $4,635 per year at Middlesex College. By going to Middlesex College and then transferring to Rutgers, you will save approximately $17,862 or more if you factor in the cost of room and board.

Our Financial Aid office can help you complete your FAFSA and apply for grants, loans, or work-study. We offer one-on-one FAFSA on Demand appointments and also offer free FAFSA workshops.

Our payment plan allows you to spread your tuition into four equal payments. Learn about our payment plan.

We’ve given $12 million in scholarships to over 15,000 students. Complete one application to apply for 125 different scholarships on campus. Learn about scholarships.

Tuition

Number of Credits:

Total Per Credit: 178.50
  • Tuition 120.00
  • Student Services Fee 8.50
  • General Service Fee 27.00
  • Technology Fee 23.00
  • Total 178.50

Note: Tuition rates are based on in-county, in-state, fall 2022 rates.

Enrollment Checklist

5 Steps to Begin Your Success at Middlesex College!

  1. Complete your Online Admissions Application and pay the $25 application fee.

    An admittance email will be sent to you via the email address used at the time of application.

    Apply for Financial Aid

    Note: You must declare a major to apply for financial aid.

  2. High school graduation/equivalency is required for acceptance to degree programs and course placement.

    College transcripts are used for exemptions and transfer credits.

    SATs, ACTs, PARCC, and NJSLA scores are used for exemptions and course placement.

    AP scores may be used for exemptions and course credits.

    Immunization records – all students registered for 12 or more credits who are 30 years of age or younger are required to submit a record of immunizations.

    Learn more about Immunization Requirements

  3. After you’re admitted, visit netid.middlesexcc.edu and claim your account.

    Your NetID provides access to Middlesex College online services through Self Service, Outlook email, and Canvas.

  4. New and transfer students students who have submitted all applicable transcripts are invited to sign up for New Student Advising to register for classes. New student advising and orientation will be conducted virtually.

    Sign up for New Student Advising

    Current and returning students can visit the Virtual Advising Center for assistance in picking their classes.

    Visit the Virtual Advising Center

    Note: All students are required to agree to a “Student Registration and Financial Agreement” prior to their initial registration transaction.

  5. Find out how you can pay for college

Important Dates to Remember

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Spring 2023

October 14

Web schedule available for viewing

Spring 2023

October 17

Registration begins for current students

Spring 2023

October 24

Registration begins for all students

Spring 2023

January 5

Tuition due

Spring 2023

January 9

Registration late fee effective

Spring 2023

January 23

Full term and 1st seven-week classes begin

Spring 2023

February 13

Spring II concentrated courses begin

Spring 2023

March 10

1st seven-week classes end

Spring 2023

March 18

2nd seven-week classes begin

Spring 2023

May 9

Full term, Spring II concentrated courses, and 2nd seven-week classes end

Summer 2023

February 17

Web schedule available for viewing

Summer 2023

February 20

Registration begins for current students

Summer 2023

February 27

Registration begins for all students

Summer 2023

April 27

Tuition due

Summer 2023

May 1

Registration late fee effective

Summer 2023

May 15

Full term and 1st seven-week classes begin

Summer 2023

June 29

1st seven-week classes end

Summer 2023

July 3

2nd seven-week classes begin

Summer 2023

August 17

Full term and 2nd seven-week classes end

Fall 2023

March 17

Web schedule available for viewing

Fall 2023

March 20

Registration begins for current students

Fall 2023

March 27

Registration begins for all students

Fall 2023

August 3

Tuition due

Fall 2023

August 21

Registration late fee effective

Fall 2023

September 5

Full term and 1st seven-week classes begin

Fall 2023

September 25

Fall II concentrated courses begin

Fall 2023

October 22

1st seven-week classes end

Fall 2023

October 23

2nd seven-week classes begin

Fall 2023

December 15

Full term, Fall II concentrated courses, and 2nd seven-week classes end

Questions?

If you should have any questions during your enrollment process please do not hesitate to reach out to us!