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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United States
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, once known as Middlesex County College, is a public community college. Its main campus is located in Edison, New Jersey. The college was started in 1964 by the Middlesex County Board of Elected Freeholders. It helps students from Middlesex County and nearby towns. The college also has two smaller campuses. One is in the Civic Square area of New Brunswick. The other is in the city center of Perth Amboy. The current president of Middlesex College is Mark McCormick.
The college campus was built on part of an old military base. This base was called the Raritan Arsenal and was built in 1917 for the United States Army. The arsenal closed in 1963. In 1964, the county officially started the college. Frank Chambers was the first president, and he helped design the new school. The college first opened its doors for classes in September 1966. About 1,500 students signed up that first year.
Learning at Middlesex College
The college offers many different courses. You can choose from over 700 courses in 100 different programs. These programs can lead to a degree or a special certificate. There are also 21 programs designed to help you transfer to a four-year college. The college has 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, College of New Jersey, and New York University. Students can also join many fun activities. These include art shows, sports teams, a campus radio station, and various clubs. There's also a student newspaper and theatre 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 for each credit hour. If you live outside the county, it's $206 per credit hour. There is financial help available from the government. This includes grants, work study programs, and loans. Students need to fill out a special form called FAFSA to apply for this help. The MCC Foundation also offers over 100 scholarships to help students pay for college.
Sports Teams
Middlesex College has many sports teams for both men and women.
- Men's sports include soccer, basketball, wrestling, baseball, volleyball, and track and field.
- Women's 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's also a dance studio. You can find a weight training room with treadmills and stairmasters. These facilities are open to students, teachers, and college alumni.
Child Care Center
The college has a child care center for young children. It is for kids aged 2 to 5 years old. Children get breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack for free. The classrooms are set up by age. Each room has a qualified teacher and at least one assistant. The cost for child care depends on the child's age and how many days they attend each week. Students who work full-time or are in a job training program might get reduced fees.
Famous Alumni
Many people who went to Middlesex College have done interesting things. Here are a few:
- James M. Cahill, who was the mayor of New Brunswick.
- Quinton Crawford (born 1990), a college basketball player who is now an assistant coach in the NBA.
- Joseph Danielsen (born 1965), a politician who serves in the New Jersey General Assembly.
- 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 serves in the New Jersey General Assembly.
- 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 the Speaker of 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 screenwriter. 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
