Welcome to Mat-Su College

We are excited that you are considering Mat-Su College. So what now? If you are like most new students, you are looking forward to a great college experience, excited, but have questions about what to expect.

Mat-Su College offers many helpful resources for prospective students. The following sections offer details about how to begin taking classes at Mat-Su College.

 

New Student Orientation

The New Student Orientation Program hosts organized, purposeful, and positive introduction sessions for all new Matanuska-Susitna College students and their parents to help them become familiar with services and programs vital to their successful transition as full and active members of the MSC community.

Partnering collaboratively with other college offices and departments, these sessions are designed to help students gain the skills, information and meaningful relationships important to successful, long-term academic and personal outcomes.

 

Getting Started at Mat-Su College

All students must be admitted either as "degree-seeking" or "non degree-seeking" before registering for classes. For more information about registration, financial aid, and degree offerings, check out this resource.

 

Information for Secondary School Students

Mat-Su College encourages secondary school students to begin planning a college career early. This resource is designed to help secondary students answer questions about college, seek advice from academic counselors, and prepare a financial aid game plan.

 

Student Checklist

Starting college is a huge undertaking. Check out this checklist so you don't forget an important step in this important process.

 

Nobody Told Me!

With all the resources available to students at Mat-Su College, some may have been overlooked. This resource highlights the different departments and areas of the campus that are most helpful to students applying for admission, registering for classes, buying books, seeking financial aid, and more!

 

Quick Department Reference Sheet

While we are sure you'll inevitably memorize the campus after taking all those classes, here is a quick-reference sheet for departments and room numbers.

 

Prospective Student Sessions

Each semester, Mat-Su College organizes several prospective student sessions designed to provide assistance to students who are unsure about where to start their college careers in a fun and energetic atmosphere.