Getting started.
Who this helps
Admissions requirements vary by college and program. Free College may be available to Maine residents with a high-school diploma or equivalent from 2024 or later who meet residency, enrollment, and aid requirements.
How to get started
Visit mccs.me.edu to explore programs. Apply online. An admissions advisor will help with program choice and financial aid.
How they can help.
MCCS includes seven colleges offering nearly 300 degree and certificate options. Eligible Maine residents with a high-school diploma or equivalent from 2024 or later may qualify; residency and enrollment requirements apply.
- Associate degree and certificate programs
- Free College Scholarship for eligible graduates with a diploma or equivalent from 2024 or later.
- Workforce training and certifications
- Transfer pathways to universities
- Financial aid and scholarships
- Career counseling
What to have ready.
For Free College, complete the FAFSA. If you are ineligible or cannot complete it, contact the college's financial aid office.
Call with your questions