The NEXT Connection

Congratulations on your admission to Mount Marty College. Mount Marty proudly welcomes you as a member of a distinguished group of individuals - including 10,000 successful alumni - who have walked these halls and experienced the adventures and challenges you are about to have. You should be proud of your accomplishments. The combination of personal and academic achievements makes you an ideal addition to the MMC community.

Now, what do you need to know to make your transition to MMC as smooth as possible? Please review the information contained in these pages and know that we are here to help you and support you. At Mount Marty College, we are truly centered on you.

If, at any time in the enrollment process, you have questions, please contact us or come and visit us in person.

Next Steps to your Connection:

1. Enrollment Checklist: Print off a copy of the Enrollment-Checklist to guide you through the enrollment process.
2. Pre-Orientation Program: Sign up for the Pre-Orientation Program, which is in online program to assist you in the transition to Mount Marty College. The Pre-Orientation Program begins in June.
3. Confirm Enrollment: To confirm your admission you will need to submit an Admission Acceptance Form along with a $50 tuition deposit. This tuition deposit reserves your spot at Mount Marty and is credited to your student account. The deposit is refundable before May 1st.
4. Apply for Financial Aid: To be considered for federal and some forms of Mount Marty financial aid, you need to submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). It is also important to conduct a scholarship search online to find other resources for financial assistance. Once you have been awarded, you will need to complete your Master Promissory Note (MPN) and Entrance Loan Counseling if you are receiving Federal Stafford Loans as part of your package. If you happen to still have a remaining balance, you can consider an alternative loan or the methods of payment offered through our Business Office.
5. Sign up for Housing: Information about housing and meal plan options will be mailed to you after admission if offered. To reserve your spot in the residence hall a residence hall application must be submitted along with a $50 housing deposit. This housing deposit is refundable up until August 1st. You can also start planning what you might need to bring and make plans for a loft (women only).
6. Secure Off-campus Housing: Off-campus students will need to complete an Off-Campus Intent Form. If you do not automatically meet at least one of the requirements listed on this form for off-campus eligibility, you will also need to file an additional form to be considered for an exemption. There are several online resources to assist you in your housing search.
7. Register for Courses: You will be receiving information about registration of courses during the appropriate registration times. Your registration appointment will consist of meeting your advisor to discuss your interests and plans, registering for courses, completing student life paperwork, completing placement tests, receiving your student ID and becoming familiar with campus. If you are unable to attend during our pre-planned registration weeks or are not ready to register by those dates, you can certainly sign up for an individual appointment throughout the summer months.
8. Challenge Yourself: Consider applying for MMC's Honors Program. It is a great way to stretch yourself academically and personally. Information on the program, eligibility requirements, and application are all available online.
9. Submit all Health Forms: All students are required to submit health forms to secure eligibility for uninterrupted enrollment at Mount Marty College. Be sure that you have all paperwork completed in full and submitted no later than New Student Orientation.
10. Need a Job? Many Mount Marty students do maintain part-time employment while attending college. If you received Federal Work Study as part of your financial aid award, all you need to do is complete application the Work Study Application included with your package. If not, but are still interested in on-campus employment, please contact the Financial Aid Office for more information. You can also research options for off-campus employment the South Dakota Department of Labor where you can search job openings by city.
11. Attend Orientation: New Student Orientation will familiarize you with the college and help you get to know staff members and fellow students. During orientation you will learn about the college's opportunities, explore campus to find out where things are located, receive your laptop, learn college success skills, meet new friends and have fun.