Wells College at MCC

The Monroe Community College – Wells College Transfer Agreement in Business

If you’re currently enrolled as a student at Monroe Community College in Rochester, did you know that there’s a way to earn a four-year bachelor’s degree in business through Wells College, while doing most of your coursework in Rochester? The new MCC/Wells program is based in downtown Rochester, just 20 minutes from MCC’s Brighton campus.

Academics

Wells College: Purposefully Different

Wells College is a nationally recognized liberal arts college in nearby Aurora, N.Y. on the shores of beautiful Cayuga Lake. Founded in 1868 by Henry Wells — the entrepreneur who cofounded Wells Fargo and American Express — Wells provides a rigorous and relationship-based academic experience that is strengthened by the College’s emphasis on community, a residential atmosphere, and a dedication to hands-on learning and mentorship.

Why Complete Your B.S. in Business through Wells College at MCC?

A high quality, private education
Study with your peers at MCC's Downtown Campus for your convenience and ease of transition
Guaranteed transfer of your courses and a defined pathway for your success
Transferring to Wells is seamless, easy, and you’ll have all the support you need!

Why Study Business at a Liberal Arts College Like Wells?

One recent study showed that employers don’t just value a business degree – they value the types of strengths we emphasize here at Wells, including:

Breadth and depth of your studies
Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Ability to work effectively in teams
Writing and communications skills, especially in a business or office environment
Ability to interact with a diverse group of people
Digital literacy and other technical skills

In fact, that same study found that 90% of employers believe that it is "important to achieve the learning outcomes that define a contemporary liberal education"!

About Financial Aid

Students transferring to Wells through the program can apply for federal and state financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and designating Wells College as a recipient. The federal school code for Wells is #002901.

For additional information on financial aid for transfer students, please contact the Wells College Financial Aid Office at 315.364.3289 or visit wells.edu/financial-aid.

Resources

More about the Wells College Business Program >>

More about transfer admissions to Wells College >>

Questions?

We are here to help answer your questions!

Melinda Slawson
Transfer Admissions Counselor, Wells College
mslawson@wells.edu
315.800.9324

Laura Burns
Director of Financial Aid, Wells College
lburns@wells.edu
315.364.3289

Kevin Miles
Director, Sullivan Center for Business and Entrepreneurship at Wells College
kmiles@wells.edu
315.364.3270

Erinn Ryen
Associate Professor of Business, Wells College
eryen@wells.edu
315.364.3244

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Our mission is for every student to think critically, reason wisely and act humanely as they cultivate meaningful lives. On our beautiful lakeside campus, students gain the knowledge, skills and experience to create their own unique path.

170 Main Street, Aurora, NY 13026

Admissions: 800.952.9355 | admissions@wells.edu

General Information: 315.364.3266

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