Services & Support Registrar FAQs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I register by the web? You’ll be able to register before in-person registration begins. It’s easy and convenient. You may register when you want, not just when the enrollment offices are open. Just log into CampusCruiser/WebAdvisor through the MCC website at www.middlesexcc.edu for web registration. You’ll be making it easier for students enrolled in majors with special restrictions that require them to register in person. Students web register at Rutgers and most other upper division colleges, so web registering at Middlesex is good preparation Why do I need different identification numbers assigned to my records? Security and confidentiality. While other people like your family and friends might know your social security number or your student identification number, you should never tell anyone your password. Why can’t I register on the web? Because of special restrictions that require a manual override in the registration process, you must register in person. These special restrictions may exist because of your academic status, your major, or co-requisites that cannot be checked by the web registration systems. Visiting students, if they present a letter from the primary institution granting permission to enroll in specific courses at MCC, are exempted for one semester. When will I get my official schedule and bill? If you register on the web, you should print your schedule right from the computer screen as your schedule will not be mailed. In CampusCruiser/WebAdvisor, go to Services and click on My Class Schedule. To make your payment in CampusCruiser/WebAdvisor Payment system, go to Services and click on Financial Profile-Make a Payment. You must make payment in full before or on your due date to secure your registration. You may use Discover, MasterCard or VISA. When I complete my degree or certificate requirements will I automatically graduate? No! You must submit an Application for Graduation to the Office of the Registrar, Academic Services Building and pay the Cashier the $40 processing fee Grades are available at the end of the term. The dates are usually posted in our Tabloid. What is the graduation application deadline? • July 1 for August Graduation What documentation do you need to change my residency to in-county? Submit a Change of Residency Form to the Office of the Registrar, Academic Services Building. Once I have registered over the web, can I add and drop classes? Yes. You may change your schedule up until classes begin. If you add or drop a class on the web, be sure to print a copy of your updated schedule to verify that your transaction went through correctly. Is my CampusCruiser initial password the same as my student identification number? No, your Student ID number is a unique number If I’m afraid I’ll make a mistake, can I get help? Yes. Come to the Office of the Registrar in Chambers Hall. Tell the person at the Information Desk that you need help with web registration. You can sit down with a staff member who will go through the entire web registration process with you while you actually register for your classes. If I do not make payment by the due date, will my schedule will be canceled?. Avoid problems by verifying that we have your current address and by paying your bill on time. Students who attend class without being properly registered may be subject to a $75.00 per credit reinstatement fee. I have questions about my academic program? The Academic Advising Center, located in Chamber’s Hall, is open Monday & Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 7:00p.m. and Tueasdays,Wednesdays and Fridays 8:30 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. I forgot my CampusCruiser/WebAdvisor password. How do I find out what it is? Bring some form of photo identification to the Office of the Registrar. We will be happy to reset your password. I attend another college or university. What do I need to do to take classes at MCC? If you have never attended MCC, you must apply for admission as a part-time student with no major. I am a former MCC student who has not registered for a year or more. Do I need to re-apply to the college? Yes. If you want to register for 12 or more credits and if you want to declare a major, you must file an application with the Office of Admissions and Recruitment. How do I request a Transcript? You may request an official transcript without coming to the MCC campus by visiting the MCC WEB site at www.middlesexcc.edu , in field search enter the word transcript. It will give you information on how to order transcripts, you may download the transcript request form from our website, once you have completed the form, you may mail the request to the Registrar’s Office, at Middlesex County College 2600 Woodbridge Ave. Edison NJ, 08818. How do I get a Certification of Enrollment? The National Student Clearinghouse is now the authorized agent for providing Certification of Enrollment for Middlesex County College students.
Previous Students How do I change my Major? How can I change my name on my student records? Does the College offer a payment plan? Yes, MCC has a Payment Option Plan (POP) for more information on this option please contact the Cashier’s office in Chamber’s Hall or call them at 732-906-2572 Do you know your CampusCruiser Log In ID and Password? Do you know why you should? If you answered, “no”, keep reading!
Do I need to take the Placement Test? • All full-time students must take the College Placement test or the English as a Second Language test before registering for classes. Do I have to submit an application for admission just to be a part-time student or just take one course? Yes! If you have never taken courses at MCC, you must apply to be admitted as a part-time student with no major. Can I register for all of my classes on the web? Most students can. However, you cannot web if: 1) the course is full, 2) your MCC transcript does not show that you have satisfied a course prerequisite, 3) if you have not satisfied a course prerequisite, 4) you need to submit special written permission from the chairperson of that department or others in person to register for the course, or 5) the course has a corequisite. You can register for all of your other courses by web. Can I have a course prerequisite waived if I took an equivalent course at another college. Yes! Submit a copy of your transcript with your registration or ask the Department Chairperson to waive the prerequisite on your registration form. |
