Student Class Levels

MCCN’s grade levels are determined based on the Department of Education regulations, which are linked to the number of credits completed and applied toward the student’s academic program. This includes both courses taken at MCCN and those transferred as course equivalencies through MCCN’s credit-granting process.

• Freshman: An undergraduate student in their first year of study, typically having completed fewer than 30 credit hours. This level generally includes students pursuing undergraduate certificates or diplomas, associate degrees, and bachelor’s degrees.

• Sophomore: An undergraduate student in their second year of study, typically having completed between 31 and 60 credit hours. This level generally includes students pursuing undergraduate certificates or diplomas, associate degrees, and bachelor’s degrees.

• Junior: An undergraduate student in their third year of study, typically having completed between 61 and 90 credit hours. This level generally includes students pursuing bachelor’s degrees.

• Senior: An undergraduate student in their fourth year of study, typically having completed between 91 and 120 credit hours. This level generally includes students pursuing bachelor’s degrees.

• Graduate: A student in a master’s, doctorate, or graduate certificate program who is completing an academic program leading to a post baccalaureate degree, certificate, or another professional credential.

First-Time Freshman

A "first-time freshman" at MCCN refers to a student who is entering college for the first time and has not previously attended any post-secondary educational institution. This designation applies to individuals who are:

1. 1. New High School Graduates: Students who have just graduated from high school and are enrolling in college directly after their secondary education.

   2. Students with No Prior College Experience: Individuals who have not attended any other college or university prior to their current enrollment.