Requirements:

MCC offers a Gold Card Scholarship if you are a Senior Citizen (age of 60 or older) that resides within the district.

  • Gold Card scholarships will cover the cost of tuition for regular classes.
  • You are responsible for fees, textbooks and any other necessary items for each course.
  • You must meet the admission requirements of the college and any course prerequisites.
  • Registration for each class is on a space available basis.

Apply for a Gold Card

Complete the Application and return it to the Admissions Office on the Main Campus in the Prahl College Center or through the satellite locations.

Important Gold Card Application Deadlines:
To Register for: Apply for a Gold Card by:
Fall 2026 Session August 1, 2026
Winter 2027 Session December 1, 2026
Summer 2027 Session April 1, 2027

Open Registration Dates for Approved Gold Card Recipients:
To Register for: Register for Class with Gold Card from:
Fall 2026 Session August 24 - August 28, 2026
Winter 2027 Session January 4 - 8, 2027
Summer 2027 Session May 3 - May 7, 2027

Lifelong Learning Courses

The Gold Card also offers cost discount for many Lifelong Learning classes. Enrollment is also on a space available basis. If you have any questions, please contact Lifelong Learning office at (810) 762-0961 or lifelonglearning@mcc.edu.