Adult Learners & Veterans

Why collegE?

No matter what challenges you face, you can count on your education and degree to build a brighter future. By making the choice to complete a degree, credential, or certification at Mid, you'll be building skills, gaining self-confidence, connecting to a network of support, reaching for better opportunities, and experiencing economic benefits.

Experience economic benefits. Associate degree holders are employed at a higher rate than those that don't have a degree according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. By completing a degree, you're also likely to see an increase in wages. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that associate degree holders can earn, on average, $60 more each week than those who have some college, but no degree. That's an extra $3,120 each year!*

Reach for better opportunities. If you’re wondering “what might have been,” why not wonder instead “what might be?” Associate degrees and credentials pay off—often resulting in higher pay, higher job security, and higher satisfaction with the way you spend 40 hours a week.

Gain self-confidence. Completing a degree takes initiative, effort, and determination, and as you cross the Commencement stage you'll be confident you can pursue any opportunities that come your way. It's proven! Studies have shown that a greater sense of confidence is tied to greater career advancement. According to a study from the University of Melbourne [Science Daily], there's a strong correlation between confidence and success.

Connect to a support system. By returning to college and completing your degree you'll connect with instructors, advisors, college leaders, and other students just like you. And with Mid's small class sizes, peers and mentors are close at hand. These connections become a network of support that can help you stay on track to graduate, cope with life's many stresses, and launch your bolder, brighter, better future.

Build your skills. Increase meaningful skills that employers are looking for in over 50 programs and pathways. From a broad based understanding of the world to technical knowledge, a Mid education is an employable education. You may be wondering how employers will know what skills you've mastered by completing your degree at Mid. To highlight these skills, Mid has partnered with organizations representing a wide-range of career-fields to award industry-recognized skill certifications. As a result of completing your degree at Mid, you'll have a credential or degree you can rely on and proof that you've mastered skills employers count on.

HOW CAN MID HELP ME?

We can help you overcome the obstacles you're facing, and polish or develop your skills. We'll work with you! You’re not a number, and you are never treated like one at Mid. We appreciate your individuality and work with you every step of the way. From application through graduation, you'll be paired with a Mid Mentor who serves as your ally and is focused on helping you succeed. Helping you achieve your goals is important to us. Because when you achieve your dreams, we do too.

Think you're too busy? Mid offers on-campus, online, and hybrid courses, and we can customize a schedule that meets your needs. Hybrid courses mix online course work with on-campus labs. You attend college full-time and only come to campus two nights a week! Plus, new eight-week courses allow you get to the finish line faster, and many courses are being offered throughout the mid-Michigan area!

Credit for Your Experience. You may be closer to a degree than you think. Mid Michigan College may be able to offer you college credits for prior experience you’ve gained in the workforce or military service. In select Skilled Trades Programs, no complicated application or portfolio is required--just sit down and share your story with us!

Facing difficult challenges? Are you struggling with finding a job, transportation, health concerns, or a reliable supply of food? Mid can help! We offer many support for success services including the Campus Cupboard food pantry, Career Center, and student wellness events. If the College can't help you find a solution, we have established relationships to community resources and can connect you to the appropriate organization. Learn more about Student Wellness at Mid.