Middlesex College (New Jersey) facts for kids
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| Type | Public community college |
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| Established | 1964 |
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Academic affiliations
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Sea-grant, Space-grant |
| President | Mark McCormick |
| Students | 13,000 |
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40°30′22″N 74°21′58″W / 40.506°N 74.366°W |
| Campus | Large Suburb, 200 acres (80.9371 ha) |
| Colors | Green and Blue |
| Nickname | Colts |
Middlesex College is a public college located in Edison, New Jersey. It used to be called Middlesex County College. This college also has two other campuses. One is in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and the other is in Perth Amboy, New Jersey.
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College History
Middlesex College was built on land that was once a military base. This base, called the Raritan Arsenal, was used by the United States Army and closed in 1963. The college was started in 1964 by local leaders. They wanted to create a college to help students in Middlesex County, New Jersey and nearby areas.
The first president, Frank Chambers, helped design the new college. Classes began in September 1966 with about 1,500 students. In 2019, Mark McCormick became the new college president. In late 2020, the college's leaders decided to change its name to Middlesex College. This change took effect on January 1, 2021. The college also got new colors and a new mascot.
What You Can Study
Middlesex College offers many different courses. There are over 700 courses in 100 different programs. These programs can lead to a degree or a special certificate. The college also has 21 programs designed to help students transfer to a four-year university.
There are 206 full-time teachers and 346 part-time teachers. For every 21 students, there is one teacher. You can take classes full-time, part-time, or even online. Many students from Middlesex College go on to study at other universities. Some popular choices include Rutgers University and New York University.
Students can join many activities at the college. These include sports, clubs, and even a campus radio station. There are also art shows, a student newspaper, and theater groups. The college has 85 computer labs with more than 1,750 computers for students to use.
If you live in Middlesex County, tuition is $103 per credit hour. For students from outside the county, it's $206 per credit hour. Financial help is available to students who qualify. The college also offers over 100 scholarships to help students pay for their education.
Sports at Middlesex College
Middlesex College has many sports teams for both boys and girls.
- Boys' sports include soccer, basketball, wrestling, baseball, volleyball, and track and field.
- Girls' sports include soccer, softball, basketball, volleyball, and track and field.
The college has a Physical Education Center. It has a swimming pool, basketball courts, and racquetball courts. There is also a dance studio. Students, teachers, and college alumni can use the weight training room. This room has treadmills and stairmasters.
Child Care Services
The college has a child care center for young children. It is for children aged 2 to 5 years old. Children at the center get breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack. Each classroom has a qualified teacher and at least one assistant. The cost of child care depends on the child's age. It also depends on how many days they attend each week. Students who are full-time or in a job training program might get reduced fees.
Free Tutoring Help
Middlesex College offers free tutoring for all students. Tutoring helps students with their schoolwork. Most tutoring happens at The Learning Center. This center is in the Instructional Resource Center building on the Edison Campus.
You can get help in many subjects. These include reading, writing, English, and other humanities. You can also get help with science, math, and business. Tutoring appointments are 45 minutes long. You can schedule them ahead of time or just walk in. Tutoring is available in person and online. It is offered during all semesters: fall, winter, spring, and summer.
The Learning Center also has other helpful things for students. There are desktop computers and printers. You can find quiet rooms for studying. Calculators and study materials are also available. Some college departments offer their own tutoring too. This includes help for students learning English as a second language (ESL) and nursing students.
Famous People Who Attended
Many interesting people have attended Middlesex College.
- James M. Cahill, who was the mayor of New Brunswick, New Jersey.
- Quinton Crawford (born 1990), a college basketball player. He is now an assistant coach in the NBA.
- Joseph Danielsen (born 1965), a politician who helps make laws in New Jersey.
- Dave Meads (born 1964), a former baseball player for the Houston Astros.
- Jim Norton (born 1968), a comedian, actor, and radio personality.
- Nancy Pinkin, a politician who helps make laws in New Jersey.
- Danny Pintauro (born 1976), an actor from the TV show Who's the Boss. He graduated from Middlesex County College.
- Vincent Prieto (born 1960), a politician who was a leader in the New Jersey General Assembly.
- Tom Scharpling (born 1969), a television writer and host of The Best Show radio program.
- Robert J. Sexton, a producer and director.
- James Vallely (born 1954), a television producer and writer. He worked on Arrested Development.
- Laurence S. Weiss (c. 1919–2003), a politician who served in the New Jersey Senate.
- Lily Yip, a USA Olympian in table tennis.
See also
- List of New Jersey County Colleges
