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You are making the first step toward what many students consider the best semesters of their college career. You may be excited, nervous, convinced, unsure or any combination of thoughts and emotions. Completing this application can help determine how right the Philadelphia Campus is for you. Apply now.

Admissions Requirements

1. Students must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student.
2. Students must have sophomore status or higher.
3. Grade Point Average must be 2.25 or higher.
4. Students must be in good standing with the college.
5. Students who attend must agree to live on-campus, participate in one of the meal plans offered by the campus and take at least one 3-credit MCPC course as part of a full-time credit load. Students must also agree to participate in a weekly Community Gathering as part of the college-wide chapel policy.
6. Several factors will be considered for admission to the campus including major requirements, participation in semester programs Internship Semester Programor Urban Semester Program, date of application, grade point average, disciplinary record, class standing, and experience with community engagement.

Admissions Process for current Messiah College students

1. Meet with your advisor to discuss plans to attend MCPC and determine course options.
2. Check the academic calendar for application deadlines and important dates.
3. Complete the online application.
4. Meet with MCPC Recruitment Coordinator for detailed information session.

Admissions Process for Visiting Students

Visiting Students are students from institutions other than Messiah College, including those from schools in the Christian College Consortium. The same Admissions Requirements apply, but the process is a bit different.

1. Meet with your advisor to discuss plans to attend MCPC and determine course options.
2. Check the academic calendar for application deadlines and important dates.
3. Complete the online application. Indicate your status as a Visiting Student.
4. Contact your institution's Registrar's Office to apply for Visiting Student status and determine available financial aid and scholarships.
5. Request a copy of your transcript and two reference letters be sent to Messiah College Philadelphia Campus Recruitment Coordinator.
6. Meet with Recruitment Coordinator (in person or by phone) for detailed information session.

Application Deadlines

Students should apply as early as possible to secure a spot during their semester of choice. The deadline is usually early October for the spring semester and early March for the fall semester.

Spring 2009 Deadline:

Still Accepting Applications!

Fall 2009 Deadline:

March 2