Whether you plan to transfer to a four-year college, earn an associate degree, or just take a few classes, MTC is the college for you. To help you make this decision, here are some things to consider:

• Cost. Marion Technical College is a bargain compared to many colleges and universities. You can take your general classes at MTC, transfer the credits to a four-year college, and save money on your bachelor’s degree.

• Quality Instructors. Our instructors are very focused on teaching their students the skills needed to secure a job. Most instructors have worked in the field in which they are teaching. This experience is a benefit in the classroom setting. When work experience combines with the theory, students can see how to apply the knowledge presented.

• A Degree in Two Years. Get trained and employed with a great education in less time and with less debt. If you want to continue on to get a bachelor’s degree, you can do that. Take your first two years at MTC and have some education under your belt to make you more marketable when job hunting.

• Great for Non-traditional Students. An important part of MTC’s mission is serving working adults and other “non-traditional” college students. We understand that many of our students have busy lives, and we design class schedules that allow the completion of coursework for both traditional and non-traditional students. We also offer other student support services such as advising and tutoring to guide, counsel, and support students every step of the way.

• A Good Transition from High School. Going away to college can be an overwhelming choice for students. With the adjustment to college level work, it’s nice to have other parts of your life consistent. At MTC, you can stay at home while earning the first two years of a bachelor’s degree. Or, consider a technical program to prepare you for the job market!

• Close to Home. If you’re not ready to leave home or can’t afford to do so, look HERE. This is one of students’ top three reasons when asked “Why did you choose MTC”? Don’t forget you have a great choice HERE locally!

• Classes Are Career-Oriented. You don’t have to take two years of classes that don’t relate to your major just to get to the classes in your field of interest. At MTC, we focus on getting you in and out of college with employable skills in the least amount of time.

• Opportunities for High School Students. Don’t forget that Marion Technical College has several options for high school students to take classes that will provide both high school and college credits. Qualified high school students can attend classes at the Marion campus or in many cases at their local high school. These “early college” options are free to most high school students and can add up to a big savings and a good-looking transcript when pursuing your college choices.

There you go … some things that need to be considered as you weigh options for advancement in your career, your college options, or simply answering the question … “Should I go?!” The answer is “yes, you should!” – and you should go to Marion Technical College.

To learn more and get assistance on the options available to you, call 740-389-4636 and schedule an appointment with one of our admission staff.