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Madison College &
The COMPASS Test
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+Quick Facts Madison College – formerly known as MATC
2 year programs: Associate’s Degree, Professional Certificates & Technical Diplomas, Transfer Opportunities
Multiple Campuses
Madison
Truax
Downtown
South
West
Commercial Avenue
Fort Atkinson
Reedsburg
Watertown
Portage
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+Types of Programs Offered Associate’s Degree
Lowest post-secondary academic degree Equivalent to first 2 years of a bachelor’s degree
Professional Certificates & Technical Diplomas Acknowledgement of mastery in a certain area Geared more towards hands-on, skill-specific areas
Transfer Programs General education and elective credits that are accepted by
most UW System schools No degree earned at Madison College
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+Associate’s Degrees
More academic based, rather than hands-on and skill-specific Additional English composition, math, and humanities
requirements
Average completion time of 2 years
Abbreviated version of Bachelor’s Degree, but allows for opportunity to continue education
Examples of Madison College Associate’s Degrees:Accounting
Early Childhood Education
Veterinary Technician
Physical Therapist Assistant
IT/Network Specialist
Hotel & Restaurant Management
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+Professional Certificates &Technical Diplomas
Targeted skills programs
Assumed proficiency in English & Math (COMPASS)
Certificates (1 year or less) Focus on specific skills Examples: Basic Microsoft Office, Banking Services,
Phlebotomy, Receptionist certificates
Technical Diplomas (1-2 years) Focus on all tasks required for a specific career Examples: Medical Coding Specialist, Automotive Technician,
Small Business Entrepreneurship
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+Transfer Programs Designed specifically for students who plan to transfer to
a 4-year college/university
General academic requirements and electives can be completed prior to transfer
Save time and money ($11,000/year!)
Transfer U Transfer contract with UW-System– must meet criteria for
entry
UW Connections – Dual Admission 24-27 ACT, 3.2-3.6 GPA Guaranteed transfer, UW-Madison student ID, FULL UW-
Madison student access (sporting events, clubs, libraries, etc.)
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+Portage Campus Offerings
Not all programs exist at all campuses; students may need to travel to Madison
Portage Campus programs:
Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement
Essential Office Skills Certificate
Human Resources Certificate
Nursing Assistant
Receptionist/Clerical and Office Assistant Certificate
Supervisory Management
Liberal Arts Transfer
Accounting
Accounting Assistant
Administrative Professional
Basic Certificate in Microsoft Office
Business Management
Business Software Applications Specialist
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+Admission Requirements Generally, a PHS high school diploma will meet
Madison College admission requirements
HOWEVER….
Specific programs may require additional subject credits or GPA, and it is CRUCIAL to research individual program requirements Examples include:
Auto Technician: 2.0 minimum GPA Veterinary Technician: Grade of C or higher in Biology,
Chemistry and Algebra Dental Hygienist: Grade of C or higher in Biology,
Chemistry, Algebra, and Geometry
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+Additional Considerations… Although a student meets the criteria to enroll at Madison College does NOT mean that student will automatically start the program…
Popular programs have waiting lists Automotive Technician Baking/Pastry & Culinary Arts Dental Hygienist
COMPASS Test scores are required for course placement
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Same family as EXPLORE, PLAN, and ACT Tests
Placement Test – NOT an admissions test
Reading, Writing Skills, Essay Writing, Math Sections Un-timed, except for e-Write section Computer-based Free for the first try
Need to meet with an advisor prior to re-takes
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+Who, How, Where, When? Who?
Everyone planning to attend Madison College Even students who are planning to transfer to a 4 year
school Cannot be substituted by ACT exam
How? Register on Madison College website: matcmadison.edu
Where? Madison College – Portage Campus (down the street!)
When? Tests are offered Wednesdays and Saturdays Take the test in the fall of your senior year
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+How COMPASS Results are Used COMPASS is taken to make sure that you have the
academic skills it takes to succeed in college classes
Scores will determine which courses you start with at Madison College Scores below benchmarks require “prep” classes
Need to be completed before student starts program of choice
The lower the score, the more “prep” classes needed, and the longer it takes to complete a program
Programs may have specific COMPASS score requirements Example: Certified Nursing Assistant Program
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+COMPASS Preparation Doing your best can save you a lot of TIME and MONEY
Know the rules/format Administered completely on a computer Mostly untimed Answer every question Writing skills portion – no questions asked; you find the errors
Practice the questions Take practice tests and answer sample questions
On Madison College website In counseling office
Use PLAN test score reports Spread out your studying
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+E-Write Preparation
60 minute time limit
Writing prompt in the form of a letter
Plan before you write Ask testing center for scrap paper
Essay writing tips: Have a clear position/stance Know your audience Keep essay tied to the issue presented Leave time to proof-read and edit
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+How to Apply
Create an account through matcmadison.com
Check specific program admissions requirements and availability
Send transcripts through Parchment website
Take the COMPASS Test
ALL STEPS need to be completed by application deadlines Fall 2012 deadlines:
Applications begin – Sept. 1, 2011 High-Demand Program deadline – Oct. 17, 201 All programs deadline – Aug. 31, 2012
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+Why Madison College?
Many unique opportunities for continuing education
Clear connections between education and future career
Shorter time-span
More room for flexibility in schedule
Less expensive than 4-year school
Convenient location