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Montgomery County Community College, also referred to as MCCC or MC3, is a two year institute established in 1964. The West Campus of MC3 was set up in Pottstown, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, in the year 1996. MC3's recent enrollments have been more than 2,000 students in the West Campus every year.
Montgomery County Community College- West Campus offers associate’s degrees in arts, fine arts, science, applied science, and general studies. The college is divided into the following academic divisions:
The athletics department of MC3 - West Campus fields teams in extramural and intramural sports. The men’s and women’s teams participate in baseball, basketball, soccer, volleyball, badminton, cross country, tennis, dodgeball, floor hockey, golf, racquetball, table tennis, and softball.
Students attend MCCC West Campus in Pottstown, PA, a small suburb. The school is a public institution. MCCC West Campus degrees go up to the Associate's degree.
Applicants to the school appreciate its open admissions policy.
MCCC West Campus has a tenure system for senior faculty.
There are 2,408 students at the school (as of 2007-2008).
More complete details are provided below.
Montgomery County Community College West Campus
101 College Dr
Pottstown, PA 19464-5437
General Phone: (610) 718-1800
http://www.mc3.edu
In 2007-2008, MCCC West Campus had a total enrollment of 2,408 students (1,462 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 78% |
| Black | 8% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 9% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 8% |
| 18-19 | 25% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 55 % |
| Part-Time | 35 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Pottstown, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,060 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,970 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,400 |
Financial Aid:
MCCC West Campus participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 445201)
MCCC West Campus has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 5 | 4 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 9 | 9 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 1 | 1 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 6 | $52,908 | 2 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 7 | $47,031 | 9 | $46,007 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 15 | $50,551 | 14 | $50,399 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets MCCC West Campus Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Female % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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