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Mohave Community College

1833 W Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ

About
Mohave Community College, located in Kingman, Arizona, was founded to serve the residents of northwest Arizona's Mohave County. The school operates several campuses, located in Kingman, Lake Havasu City, Colorado City, and Bullhead City. In addition, the school's proximity to the border allows neighboring communities in California and Nevada to utilize the services and education provided by the school. Mohave Community College is a public two year institution dedicated to providing the best education possible to residents of its service area, serving nearly 13,000 students annually through its various programs and offerings.

Academics
Mohave Community College offers a number of programs  that result in either a degree or certificate. Such programs allow students to obtain career training or pursue academic transfer. Career program will assist in the development of the skills and abilities necessary for entry into the workforce as professionals through a combination of classroom and practical courses. Programs take between one and two years to complete, allowing graduates to seek employment immediately after graduation. Such are usually reflective of the needs of the community and are often for high demand fields. The resulting certificate or associate degree demonstrates competency to potential employers.

Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the freshman and sophomore years of a four year education, and once completed, provide the students the opportunity to apply for transfer to a four year institution to continue their education and earn a bachelor's degree. Four year institutions will have varying transfer requirements, and as such it is recommended students meet with a counselor to develop a curriculum that best assists in transfer to a student's desired school or schools.

Programs offered at MCC include:

• Accounting
• Nursing
• History
• Paralegal Studies
• Dental Assisting

Admissions and Financial Aid
Mohave Community College is an open enrollment institution, and as such, any student who submits a completed application and meets the minimum requirements for admission may enroll. Students must provide standardized test scores and transcripts from previous schools as well as take a placement exam. New students are encouraged to participate in student orientation and meet with a guidance counselor to outline a curriculum that best suits the student's needs. Registration takes place prior to the start of each semester with tuition due shortly thereafter.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must submit a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the resulting information from which will be used to determine financial need, aid program eligibility, and monetary awards. Financial aid must be reapplied for prior to the start of each academic year. Students may be asked to provide additional financial information to ensure that the FAFSA is accurate prior to the disbursement of funds. Students may also apply for external scholarships offered by various sources that are awarded for a variety of reasons. Students in need of assistance regarding the application process may make an appointment with a financial aid counselor.

Career Options for Graduates

Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach languages and literature courses in languages other than English. Includes teachers of American Sign Language (ASL). Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.

Interpreters and Translators

Description

Interpret oral or sign language, or translate written text from one language into another.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, interpreters and translators employment is expected to grow at a rate of 28.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.78
  • Average Annual Salary: $49460

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).