2. How big of a town do you want to be in when you go to college? Urban center?

3. What part of the country do you want to
go? Are you picky about being in a certain climate?

SIZE:
1. What size of college? Small, medium, or do you want to "Super-Size" it?


2. Do you prefer a more personalized
faculty and smaller classes, or does it
matter to you?


3. Do you want broad academic opportunities?

MCC has over 350 undergraduate students. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 16:1, the majority of classes have 24 students or fewer. MCC is concerned about your ministry. Whether your plan is to answer God's call to full-time ministry or to become a lay leader in the church, we know that kingdom work will always be part of your life. The faculty and staff at MCC know the importance of relationships and how important relating to people is for ministry. Eating lunch with students, participating in an intramural sport, and spending time with students outside the classroom provides faculty and staff the opportunity to get to know and mentor students individually.

If you are undecided on a major, or you know exactly what you want to do, MCC has flexibility in our degree programs. Freshman at MCC take the same basic courses their first year. You begin by taking the same courses whether you are pursuing a ministry degree or a degree in the dual-degree program. You can check out our 'Standard Freshman Year' here! Not being required to choose a major right away allows you to get involved with different groups and experience different ministries so that you can better decide on a major that fits your gifts and experiences.

HOUSING:
1. What is the % of students on and off campus?

2. Are freshman required to live on campus?

3. Adequate dormitories?

4. Fraternity & sorority housing?

The faculty at MCC are committed to excellence in the classroom and to preparing you for ministry -- no matter how you intend to earn a paycheck! The current student-to-faculty ratio is 16:1. This small class size allows for individual attention not always available to students in large institutions. MCC does not have graduate teaching assistants (GTAs) in the classroom. Our classes are taught by professors who have experience, not only in the classroom, but in ministry as well. 

Biblical studies and theology professors have terminal degrees in their fields as well as years of ministry experience. Our practical ministries professors have decades of experience as well as appropriate degrees. Even the professors in general studies are committed, ministry-oriented men and women. But most of all, our professors have a deep commitment to Jesus Christ. A commitment that expresses itself daily in the classroom as they strive to teach their students to 'correctly handle the Word of truth.' 

Many of our faculty and staff are involved in discipling upper-class students in Faculty and Students Together (FAST) groups. These groups meet weekly for prayer, study, and encouragement. In these groups faculty have the opportunity to mentor and advise juniors and seniors on a very intimate level. If you would like more details concerning our faculty, their credentials and experience!

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
1. What are the required tests to enter a college? ACT, SAT, others? Have you
taken the tests yet?

2. Are you concerned about what the
average incoming freshman test score is?

3. Are you required to take certain college prep courses?

4. Are students required to be a Christian
to enroll in the college?

COSTS:
1. Tuition and Fees? Is there a deadline for applying to the college?


2. Housing?


3. Food? Does the cafeteria serve on the weekends?


4. Books?


5. Transportation? Do you need to use a
car or would a bike do?


6. Scholarships and Loans? Is there a date deadline for scholarships?


7. Work study programs? Is there any possibility that you can earn money without working? I don't think so.


8. Are there other on-campus job opportunities?

When comparing the cost of attending college it is important to be sure that you are comparing 'apples-to-apples.' Fee structures and sliding scale tuition can make it difficult to make a fair comparison. MCC does not have an elaborate fee schedule, and tuition is flat for 12-18 hours. Another area of concern when it comes to cost is: scholarship. When a school offers a scholarship, make sure you understand the 'term' of the scholarship. Is it for one year? Four years? Will that big freshman year scholarship help your sophomore year? What are your requirements to keep the award?  Grades? Community service? Both? Is the award transferable to another degree program? All these questions can make comparing costs difficult.

Manhattan Christian College is a private four-year Bible college. We do not have out-of-state fees or tuition rates. MCC participates in the federal financial aid programs to help make paying for college a reality.  We also offer academic, leadership, and music scholarships. Many students participate in the federal workstudy program, but on-campus jobs are often difficult to find or don't pay enough. MCC students have access to a number of good job opportunities in the immediate business community, and the college's central location makes having a car unnecessary . . . but nice.

Other factors to consider when planning for college are books and living expenses. At MCC the typical freshman will spend around $300 for books per semester.  There are also weekend living expenses since the meal plan does not include weekend meals -- and don't forget the phone bill! Discover more information about federal aid, scholarships, and costs at MCC here!

Choosing a major in college can be extremely obvious, or extremely difficult. If you desire to pursue a ministry degree, MCC has a number of great programs to fit your gifts and abilities and desires. If you want a liberal arts education in a non-ministry field, but still want the Bible education, we offer the dual-degree program with Kansas State University and Manhattan Area Technical College. This program allows you to complete two bachelors degrees in five years, one in Bible from MCC and one at KSU in a large number of fields of study -- or even a technical degree from Manhattan Area Technical College. 

If you are undecided, the most important issue for you will be flexibility! Can I start without knowing exactly where I want to end up? And even if I do have a plan, can I change my mind? The answer to all these concerns at MCC is "YES!" Our curriculum is designed to allow you the opportunity to find your calling in Christ, or allow a change in direction. As you experience what you are learning in the classroom and through the Christian Service program you will be able to confirm or redirect your degree program. The "Standard Freshman Year" will allow you to move from dual-degree to Pastoral Ministry, or Family Ministry, or vise versa -- wherever you believe God is calling you to use your gifts and passions for His service. Check out our ministry programs and popular dual-degree options!

ODDS AND ENDS:
1. Does the college have athletic opportunities?


2. Does the college have recreational and social opportunities?


3. Does the college have Bible studies or chapel?


4. Does the college go by semesters or quarters?


5. Does the college have job placement for after you graduate?


6. Is the college an accredited institution?

MCC participates in six varsity sports: men's soccer, basketball and baseball; and women's volleyball, soccer, and basketball. These teams are formed each season by open tryouts, there are no athletic scholarships available. These teams compete in the Midwest Christian College Conference (MCCC), as well as the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA). Check out the details about MCC athletics! There are intramural and other recreational activites throughout the year.

We have chapel each week on Tuesday mornings at 11:00. This 45-minute worship service features great singing and preaching. Speakers include guests from churches and ministries around the midwest as well as faculty and visiting missionaries. These chapels are student-lead  -- everything from the musicians and song leaders to the sound person..

MCC operates on the semester system. Our school calendar is closely tied to KSU's since many of our students are also K-State students.

Manhattan Christian College has a excellent reputation for producing graduates who are able to get the job done. Recent employer surveys indicate that our graduates are meeting and exceeding  expectations. Our ministry graduates are in demand in many of the countries largest churches and ministries. Each year requests for our graduates exceed the number that are available.

Currently, MCC is accredited by the Commission on Institutions for Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504, 800-621-7440 , and the Association of Biblical Higher Education (ABHE) (formerly Accrediting Association of Bible Colleges, AABC), P.O. Box 1523,Fayetteville, AR 72702, 501-521-8164.