Students - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. When and how do I apply to ASU, NAU, or UA?

It is recommended that you apply to ASU, NAU, or UA one year in advance. Once accepted, visit your program of interest's website for additional admission requirements. Follow the Steps to Transfer.


2. How do I send my Official Transcripts from other colleges or universities to MCC for evaluation?

You are required to contact your previous colleges (including other Maricopa Community Colleges) or universities to have your Official Transcripts sent directly to Mesa Community College’s Admissions & Records office for official evaluation if you are seeking a degree or certificate from Mesa Community College. The address is:
Mesa Community College
Attn: Admissions & Records
1833 W. Southern Ave.
Mesa, AZ 85202
Admissions & Records, not Advisement & Registration, will evaluate your Official Transcript and answer all questions regarding your transcripts. Contact Admissions & Records: admissions@mcmail.maricopa.edu. Note: Admissions & Records will not accept hand carried Official Transcripts in sealed envelope.


3. How do I send my transcripts to another university?

Go to the Request Transcripts page.


4. What is Advisement & Registration and how can you help me?

Go to our Students page for a complete list of services.


5. How can I get help applying to universities on-line or searching for university information?

Go to the Steps to Transfer pages for information on applying to universities online and searching for university information.


6. Where are you located?

Advisement & Registration has a location at Southern & Dobson and one at Red Mountain.


7. What other services does Advisement & Registration offer?

A list of our resources & services is available here.


8. What schools are visiting Mesa Community College this semester?

You can see that schedule here.


9. How do I sign up to see a representative from a university?

You can call us at at (480) 461-7452 to find out when they are on campus. Feel free to stop by the Advisement & Registration at either of our two locations.


10. What is the Course Applicability System (CAS)?

AZCAS is a statewide, online, interactive advising tool. It provides information on courses, course equivalencies, and program requirements at Arizona institutions of higher education. For students who become CAS members, CAS provides information on how specific course work will transfer and apply towards a degree at a CAS institution. See the instructions for using AZCAS.


11. Where can I get a checksheet for my major?

Your checksheet is determined by your major, catalog year, and transfer school. It is best to see a Transfer Advisor to ensure you have the correct checksheet. Checksheets can be downloaded from the checksheet page as well. For additional information and rules governing the degrees see ATASS. This web site is a tool to assist students in selecting the appropriate degree pathway. Students are strongly encouraged to seek academic advisement.


12. Can an MCC Transfer Advisor tell me what classes will transfer to an out-of-state school?

MCC Transfer Advisors can advise to Arizona public universities, BYU, and schools who have established articulation agreements with MCCCD. See that list of schools here. If the school you would like to attend does not have an articulation agreement with MCCCD, you will need to contact that school's admissions/advising office directly.


13. How will my MCC credits transfer to a university and/or be applicable to my major?

To see how MCC courses (or courses from any other Arizona public community college) will transfer to an Arizona public university, use the Course Applicability System. AZCAS contains the Course Equivalency Guide (CEG), Transfer Guides, and Planning Guides.


14. How do I use AZCAS?

Go to: http://az.transfer.org/cas

• On the left hand side of the page click on "Course Equivalency Guide"
• Click "Maricopa Community College District"
• Select the proper course code from the list and view equivalencies
• Learn more about what AZCAS can do on their homepage



15. I am transferring to a university, but would like to apply for graduation from MCC. Where can I apply?

To apply for your Associate's degree from MCC, simply fill out your graduation application, mark the degree that you expect to receive, and drop it off at the Transfer Services office. We will contact you when the review of your application is completed. Follow the Steps for Graduation.


16. What is my catalog year?

Students maintaining continuous enrollment at any public Arizona community college or university may graduate according to the requirements of the catalog in effect at the time of initial enrollment or according to the requirements of any single catalog in effect during subsequent terms of continuous enrollment. Students may maintain continuous enrollment whether attending a single public community college or university in Arizona or transferring among public institutions in Arizona while pursuing their degree.