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General Admission Application

If you are a new student or transfer student, this application is for you unless you are looking for a nursing, dental, or veterinary program. If so, scroll down to the Selective Health Program Applications.

Our free online application takes about 10 to 15 minutes to complete and we do not require an essay or test scores! MWCC has rolling admissions, which means there is no deadline for the majority of our programs. In most cases, your application will be processed and you will hear back about your acceptance within a few days.

Online Application

Click here to download the PDF of the General Admission Application

Specific Program Applications

The Division of Access & Transition at MWCC offers several early college and dual enrollment opportunities to high school students. To learn more about the different programs, please click visit the Early College page here.  If you already know the program to which you want to apply to, please click on the specific program heading below:

 

Mount Wachusett Community College is pleased to offer the Early College Academy – Degree Track opportunity to motivated students who would like to get a jump start on college. The goal is to provide 20 high school students, per year, the opportunity to earn their high school diploma and an Associate degree while completing their junior and senior years taking courses at MWCC.

Learn more about early college academy – degree track

Apply to Early College Academy – Degree track 

Students enrolled at Athol High School, Clinton High School, Fitchburg High School, Gardner High School, Gardner Academy, Leominster High School, Leominster Center for Technical Education Innovation, Leominster Center for Excellence, Narragansett Regional High School, and Sizer School can apply for Early College Academy. Depending on the participating school, classes may be at the high school, at MWCC-Gardner or Leominster, online, or a combination of locations. For additional information, interested students should contact their guidance counselor at their school.

Learn More about early college academy 

apply to early college academy 

Mount Wachusett Community College welcomes students from around the world and is proud to support international and K-1 visa students as they pursue their educational goals. With small class sizes, personalized support, and a welcoming campus community, MWCC provides an affordable and accessible pathway to higher education in the United States. Learn more about application requirements, visa information, deadlines, and the resources available to help international students succeed at MWCC.

 
 

Download the International Student Application (pdf)

Earn college credits through Dual Enrollment courses at MWCC. This program allows you to earn credit toward a high school/homeschool diploma and college degree simultaneously, saving you time and money toward your college degree.

Dual Enrollment offers a unique true-to-life academic college experience, allowing the student to focus on courses that will be transferable to most two-year and four-year public and private institutions, while simultaneously completing their high school graduation requirements. Visit the Traditional Dual Enrollment page to learn more.

Download the Traditional Dual Enrollment Application (pdf)

Selective Health Program Applications

MWCC is an open-enrollment college, however, some of our programs have additional requirements. We call these Selective Programs. If you are interested in a selective program, please download and complete the application and submit it to admissions@mwcc.mass.edu.

Application deadlines for our health programs are included in the information below and on the applications.

How to Apply to a Selective Program

  1. Attend a mandatory Information Session
  2. Download the appropriate application below
  3. Request transcripts from all colleges other than MWCC
  4. Bring or mail your completed* packet to the Gardner Campus Office of Admissions by the application deadline

*Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Transcripts and other required documents should be attached to your application file. Deadlines and requirements are listed on the application. If something is in transit from a third party (like transcripts), please note this on your application.

What Do I Need To Enroll In The Dental Hygiene Program?

  • Deadline: Feb. 1st | Start: Sep.
  • Info Session: mwcc.edu/info
  • Verification of completion of High School
  • Required Courses: Complete before applying
    • Statistics (MAT 143) Complete with a C+ or higher (<10years)
    • Anatomy & Physiology I (BIO 203) Complete with a C+ or higher (<10 years)
    • Anatomy & Physiology II (BIO 204) Complete with a C+ or higher (<10 years)
    • Microbiology (BIO 205) Complete with a C+ or higher (<10 years)
    • College Writing I (ENG 101) Complete with a C+ or higher
  • Recommended Academic Requirements: Due to competitive admissions, applicants are encouraged to meet the Preferred Academic Requirements before applying.
    • College Writing II (ENG 102) Complete with a C+ or higher
    • Introduction to Psychology (PSY 105) Complete with a C+ or higher
    • Introduction to Sociology (SOC 103) Complete with a C+ or higher
    • Humanities Elective

Download the Dental Hygiene Application

How to Apply to a Selective Program

  1. Attend a mandatory Information Session

NOTE: See Advanced Standing Bridge Option for special date and requirements.

  1. Download the appropriate application below
  2. Request transcripts from all colleges other than MWCC
  3. Bring or mail your completed* packet to the Gardner Campus Office of Admissions by the application deadline

*Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Transcripts and other required documents should be attached to your application file. Deadlines and requirements are listed on the application. If something is in transit from a third party (like transcripts), please note this on your application.

Health Compliance Overview

Students enrolling in health science majors or courses are required to view this Health Compliance Overview video.

If you are interested in the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Walkway program, here are the steps and timeline you will follow:

1. Complete the General Application for Admission and select the Allied Health – CNA to LPN Guaranteed Admission Program as the program you are applying for.
2. Complete the following classes:

  • PSY 105 – Intro to Psychology with a C+ or higher
  • MAT 126 – Topics in Mathematics or MAT 143 – Statistics: Complete with a C+ or higher (completed within <10 years of application)
  • NUR 117 – Nurse Assistant Theory Complete with B or higher, and must be completed at MWCC.
  • ENG 101 – College Writing I with a C+ or higher
  • BIO 152 – Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology: Complete with a C+ or higher
  • PSY 110 – Human Growth and Development with a C+ or higher
  • HEA 106* – Exploring Health Careers *Note: Students starting the CNA to LPN Walkway during or after September 2025, HEA 106 is will no longer be a required course. For students who started in the CNA to Walkway before September 2025 and will be completing the LPN application for the September 1st deadline, HEA 106 with a grade of a B or higher is required.

3. While you’re preparing to enroll in the PN program, attend a Selective Information Session where you will learn about the admissions process for this competitive program, the requirements for consideration, and talk to faculty.
4. Sit for the state CNA licensure! Note: if you are already a CNA, you do not need to sit for the licensure, but you are still required to take NUR 117 at MWCC.
5. When required classes are complete and you are ready to apply, you will take the TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skill) test, which is specifically designed to assess your preparedness for health sciences.

  1. TEAS must be taken at MWCC and within 3 years of the application deadline, September 1 and must be completed by the application deadline.
  2. Required scores are: Math 50.0, Science 35.4, English 53.3, and Reading 54.8.

6.  All students applying for the Practical Nursing program for the September 1, 2026 deadline must achieve the required grade on the first attempt for all pre-requisite course work to the CNA walkway.

7. Once you are done steps 1 through 6, it will be time to apply for the LPN program. You’ll apply by September 1 to start in January. Complete the Practical Nursing (PN) certificate application and submit it with all required documents by September 1.

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What Do I Need To Enroll In The Practical Nursing (PN) Program?

  • Deadline: Sept. 1st | Start: Jan.
  • Verification of completion of High School (or equivalent)
  • Info Session: mwcc.edu/info
  • TEAS Exam: As of July 1, 2024 TEAS scores for Nursing may be no more than 3 years old at the time of the application deadline.
    Candidates must take the TEAS Exam at MWCC with the following minimum scores:

    • Reading (54.8%)
    • Math (50.0%)
    • English (53.3%)
    • Science (35.4%)
  • Required Courses: complete before applying
    • Topics in Mathematics (MAT 126) Complete with a C+ or higher (<10years) OR Placement out of MAT 126
  • Recommended Academic Requirements: Due to competitive admissions, applicants are encouraged to meet the Preferred Academic Requirements before applying.
    • Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology (BIO 152)
    • College Writing I (ENG 101)
    • Introduction to Psychology (PSY 105)
    • Human Growth & Development (PSY 110)
  • PN Program Details
  • Prepare to sit for the National Council Licensure Exam for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN).

DOWNLOAD PRACTICAL NURSING APPLICATION (PDF)

What Do I Need To Enroll In The Registered Nurse Program?

  • Application Deadline: Feb 1st | Start: Sep
  • Verification of completion of high school or equivalent
  • Info Session: mwcc.edu/info
  • TEAS Exam: As of July 1, 2024 TEAS scores for Nursing may be no more than 3 years old at the time of the application deadline..
    Candidates must take the TEAS Exam at MWCC with the following minimum scores:

    • Reading (69.0%)
    • Math (63.3%)
    • English (60.0%)
    • Science (45.8%)
  • Required Courses:
    • Statistics (or higher) (MAT 143) Complete with a C+ or higher (<10 years) OR Placement out of MAT 143
    • 4-Credit Human Biological Lab Science (BIO): Grade of C+ or higher (<10 years old) Preferred: Biology, A/P, Micro-biology)
  • Recommended Academic Requirements: Due to competitive admissions, applicants are encouraged to meet the Preferred Academic Requirements before applying.
      • Anatomy & Physiology I (BIO 203) Complete with a C+ or higher (<10 years)
      • Anatomy & Physiology II (BIO 204) Complete with a C+ or higher (<10 years)
      • Microbiology Complete (BIO 205) Complete with a C+ or higher (<10 years)
      • College Writing I (ENG 101)
      • College Writing II (ENG 102)
      • Introduction to Psychology (PSY 105)
      • Human Growth & Development (PSY 110)
      • Introduction to Sociology (SOC 103)
      • Humanities Elective (see advisor for preferred electives)
  • Nursing Program Details
  • Prepare to sit for the National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). MWCC students historically achieve high pass rates.

DOWNLOAD NURSING APPLICATION (PDF)

What Do I Need To Enroll In The Advanced Standing Bridge Program?

  • Application Deadline: Feb 1st | Start: Fall 2025

For the 2025/2026 application cycle, the Advanced Standing Bridge program is limited to a specific cohort: applications will only be accepted from students currently pursuing their certificate in our Practical Nursing program with a December 2026 completion date. If this is not you, you can still absolutely pursue your goal of becoming a Registered Nurse with us! We strongly encourage you to apply to our traditional Nursing (RN) program, which has a deadline of February 1st.

If you have any questions, contact us anytime at admissions@mwcc.edu or call 978-630-9447.

What Is Required To Enroll In The Radiologic Technologist Program?

  • Deadline: May 15th | Start: Sep.
  • Must take 15 credits at MWCC
  • ENG 101, MAT 126 or MAT 143, BIO 113 or 109 as a preq for BIO 203, PSY 105, SPC 113

QCC Admission Application

What Is Required To Enroll In The Respiratory Care Program?

  • Deadline: May 15th | Start: Sep.
  • Must take 15 credits at MWCC
  • ENG 101, BIO 113 or 109 as a pre-req for BIO 203, PSY 105, ENG 102

QCC Admission Application

How to Apply to a Selective Program

  1. Attend a mandatory Information Session
  2. Download the appropriate application below
  3. Request transcripts from all colleges other than MWCC
  4. Bring or mail your completed* packet to the Gardner Campus Office of Admissions by the application deadline

*Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Transcripts and other required documents should be attached to your application file. Deadlines and requirements are listed on the application. If something is in transit from a third party (like transcripts), please note this on your application.

What Do I Need To Enroll In The Paramedic Technology Program?

  • Deadline: Apr. 1st | Start: Sep.
  • Verification of completion of High School
  • Proof of active employment as Basic and or Advanced EMT
  • Paramedic Technology Program Details
  • Prepare to sit for the Massachusetts psychomotor exam for paramedics and the written National Registry Exam for Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) as paramedics.

Program Specific Requirements and Recommendations  

  • Paramedic Certificate Requirements & Courses: Complete before applying
    • Proof of EMT License
    • ENG 098 – Fundamentals of Writing: (C+ or higher)
    • MAT 092 – Foundations of Mathematics: (C+ or higher)
  • Paramedic Certificate Recommended
    • BIO 152 Completed with a B- or higher within 10 years
    • ENG 101 Completed with a C+ or higher
  • Paramedicine Degree Required – application coming soon
    • ENG 101 Completed with a C+ or higher
    • BIO 152 Completed with a B- or higher within 10 years
    • MAT 142 or MAT 143 Completed with a C+ or higher within 10 years
  • Paramedicine Degree Recommended – application coming soon
    • ENG 102
    • Social Science Elective
    • Liberal Arts & Sciences Elective
    • Humanities Elective
  • 68W Medic to Paramedic Program Requirements
    • High School Transcripts / GED
    • College Transcripts (if applicable)
    • DD-214 Papers
    • Apply using the above application.

Click to Download Paramedic Application

How to Apply to a Selective Program

  1. Attend a mandatory Information Session
  2. Download the appropriate application below
  3. Request transcripts from all colleges other than MWCC
  4. Bring or mail your completed* packet to the Gardner Campus Office of Admissions by the application deadline

*Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Transcripts and other required documents should be attached to your application file. Deadlines and requirements are listed on the application. If something is in transit from a third party (like transcripts), please note this on your application.

  • Deadline:  March 1st | Start: Sep.
  • Info Session: mwcc.edu/info
  • Official High School Transcript/HiSET/GED (see application for details)
  • Required Courses: Completed within 10 years before applying with grades of C+ or higher
    • 4 credit Human or Animal Biological Science (BIO 109, BIO 118 or BIO 152 preferred)
    • Mathematics for Healthcare (MAT 142)
    • General Chemistry I (CHE 107) C
    • College Writing I (ENG 101)
  • Recommended Academic Requirements: Due to competitive admissions, applicants are encouraged to meet the Preferred Academic Requirements before applying.
    • Successful completion of:
      • College Writing II (ENG 102)
      • Social Science Elective
      • Two (2) Humanities Electives

Download the Vet Tech Application

Special Opportunity Applications

If you are interested in one of our special programs, please complete the general application as well as the application below.

MWCC’s Pre-Healthcare Academy provides 2023 and 2024 high school graduates an opportunity to gain access into MWCC’s competitive health programs. High school graduates in this program who maintain a 3.0 GPA may enter the Dental Hygiene Degree or Nursing Degree programs during the fall semester of their second year.

*If interested schedule an appointment with an Admissions Counselor

  • Deadline: Mar. 15th | Start: Sep.
  • Open to current graduating class and year prior (HS diploma or HiSET/GED)
  • High School GPA – 3.0 or higher
  • Resume’
  • Personal Essay
  • 2 Letters of Recommendation

Download the Application (PDF)

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