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Frequently Asked Questions

Central Maine Community College is a student-centered college located in Auburn, Maine, 45 minutes north of Portland in the south central region of Maine. It has a wide variety of academic majors ranging from two-year associate degrees to one-year certificates and four-year transfer options.

The College occupies a 135-acre campus overlooking and bordering Lake Auburn, a popular recreational lake.

To learn more about Central Maine Community College, here are some Frequently Asked Questions regarding the University and the sports programs:

• Tell me some more about the College in general.
• What sports are sponsored by the College?
• What information is available online for prospective students?
• Can I apply online?
• What academic programs are offered at Central Maine Community College?
• What is campus life like at CMCC?
• What are some of the student organizations I can get involved with?
• Is there financial aid available?

For the complete story on Central Maine Community College, visit the school Website by clicking on the CMCC Home image on the left side of this page.

This is Central Maine Community College
Central Maine Community College, one of seven colleges in the Maine Community College System, is located in Auburn, ME (maps). CMCC has approximately 2,000 students, with a student/faculty ratio at 18:1. The school was founded in 1963, with the current name of Central Maine Community College becoming official on July 1, 2003.

The College's academic programs are well respected as attested by the fact that 96% of students get jobs right out of school, continue their education or both. Classes are available days, evenings and Saturdays to serve a wide range of student schedules.

Central Maine Community College is within easy driving distance to Maine and New Hampshire for snowboarding and skiing in winter, as well as mountain biking and climbing in spring and summer.

What information is available online for prospective students?
The Office of Admissions has prepared information for prospective students, and it is included on the College's Website. Link to the Admissions page.

Can I apply online?
An application can be requested for later completion and return, and there is provision for online application. Link to the Admissions page on the CMCC Website.

What academic programs are offered at Central Maine Community College?
Central Maine Community College has a variety of academic programs, with teaching conducted during 16-week fall and spring semesters.

There are currently 29 majors, with nearly a dozen areas of specialization and concentrations within these majors. An earned Associate in Arts in either General Studies or Liberal Studies is designed to provide the first two years of a bachelor's degree. Also, Associate in Science degrees, and Associate in Applied Science degrees are conferred. In addition, one-year programs culminating with a certificate award are part of CMCC's academic offering.

To see academic offerings, link to the Programs of Study/Major page on the CMCC Website.

What is campus life like at CMCC?
In addition to the academic side, Central Maine Community College offers three residence halls on campus that provide housing for 120 students. Resident students have access to a recreation area, snack machines and laundry equipment. Each room is cable ready and wired for both phone and Internet.

Non-residents have access to several lounges, dining facilities and snack machines and recreational areas. The campus also has an athletic field for baseball, softball and soccer games.

What are some of the student organizations I can get involved with?
Central Maine Community College encourages students to participate in extra-curricular organizations, academic clubs, or other groups. Most organizations are open to all students; some are for students majoring in a specific discipline. These organizations afford many opportunities to grow academically, socially and personally. To find out more, link to the Clubs and Organizations page on the CMCC Website.

Is there financial aid available?
Central Maine Community College has financial aid resources available. To find out more, link to the Financial Aid page on the CMCC Website. Another possibility to help cover expenses is after-school work with local employers. This is covered on the Jobs page of the CMCC Website.