Find Your Community

    Students Walking Over Bridge on Campus
    Find your community by exploring our specialized programs and support resources. These initiatives offer personalized support, unique opportunities, and a clear pathway to achieving your academic goals. At MPC, we recognize your needs and aspirations and are here to help you fulfill them.

    Your Journey, Your Way: Programs with a Purpose

    Find your community and elevate your educational experience by joining one of our specialized programs.
    Our A²MEND group is for African American male students and men of color. We aim to make a friendly space where you can do well in school, build strong character, and stay positive. We offer support, guidance, professional development, and chances to connect with others.
    The Access Resource Center (ARC) helps students with verified disabilities. We offer academic counseling, special instruction, and classroom adjustments tailored to your abilities and limitations. Our goal is to support you individually so that you can fully enjoy all the programs and activities at MPC.
    Low-Income Students
    We encourage low-income and educationally disadvantaged students to apply for EOPS. EOPS counselors will guide you through your program and connect you to support resources. See if you qualify and meet like-minded students in similar situations.
    Discover the support, mentorship, and academic guidance you need to thrive in your first year of college. MPC’s First Year Experience helps you build a strong foundation for success, ensuring a smooth and confident transition to college life.
    MPC's International Student Office is here to help all year long. We offer counseling, help with finding housing and transferring, and fun student activities. Having students from around the world makes our campus and community more interesting. Plus, you can learn a lot about American life while they live and study at MPC.
    Connect with like-minded individuals, resources, and support structures dedicated to the inclusion and empowerment of the LGBTQIA+ community. This community is open to all students, faculty, and staff of MPC.
    The MESA California Community College Programs (MCCP) is a network supporting underserved students in transferring successfully to a four-year university in STEM majors. MPC's MESA community focuses on your success in your chosen program. Learn more about how MESA benefits nearly 25,000 individuals each year.
    The TRIO Programs aim to inspire and assist low-income and first-generation college students. MPC hosts three TRIO programs: Student Support Services, Upward Bound, and Math/Science Upward Bound. Learn more about each of our TRIO programs.
    Umoja is a supportive community focused on African American students' academic success, personal growth, and self-actualization. By integrating academics, support services, and African-American culture, Umoja enriches your educational experience.
    The Undocumented Resource Center is here to help students without proper immigration documents and those from families with different immigration statuses. Connect with other students for campus support programs or community services. Our aim is to provide friendly and personalized help so that you can do your best.
    MPC is here to help you transition from military life to education and beyond. We assist eligible military veterans, active duty, national guardsmen, reservists, and dependents of service-disabled or deceased veterans with submitting Veteran Affairs Educational Benefits claims. Learn more about the Veterans Affairs (VA) Educational Benefits at the Veteran Resource Center.