Adult Learners

Going back to school can seem tricky on top of everything else you're juggling.  Family, a full-time job, and other factors shouldn't deter you from getting the education you deserve. Attending college is a big decision, but it can have some beneficial rewards for you and your family. We have enrollment counselors dedicated to you, an adult learner, who are ready to help you make every step of the way a little easier.

how to get started

1. Submit an official high school transcript or GED transcript. Ensure that it goes directly from the school to MMU-Watertown at PO Box 138, 1201 Arrow Ave, Watertown, SD 57201.

2. Complete the FAFSA. Request that your Student Aid Report be sent to MMU for financial assistance. MMU's FAFSA code is 003465.

3. Schedule a customized campus visit. Meet with an advisor in your major, discuss financial aid with your Enrollment Counselor, and tour the Yankton Campus or Watertown Location.

4. Apply online!

1. Apply online!

2. Submit an official transcript with all previous college coursework. Ensure that it goes directly from the school to MMU.

3. Schedule a customized campus visit. Meet with an advisor in your major, discuss financial aid with your Enrollment Counselor, and tour the campus.

4. Complete the FAFSA. Request that your Student Aid Report be sent to MMU for financial assistance. MMU's FAFSA code is 003465.

Transfer students who want to gain their bachelor’s degrees at MMU after completing their associates degrees at Lake Area Technical College can take advantage of a simplified transfer process thanks to an articulation agreement between the two schools. Students enrolled in an academic degree program at LATC who complete all requirements for their designated Associate of Applied Science degree may transfer to MMU to complete the corresponding bachelor’s degree program.

See which courses transfer by viewing the full articulation agreements for each degree program below:

 

Associates Degrees            Bachelor's Degrees 

A.A.S. IN FINANCIAL SERVICES (BUSINESS ACCOUNTING OPTION)

B.A. IN ACCOUNTING

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A.A.S. IN LAW ENFORCEMENT

B.A. IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE

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A.A.S. IN BUSINESS (MARKETING/MANAGEMENT OPTION)

B.A. IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MANAGEMENT EMPHASIS)

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A.A.S. IN HUMAN SERVICES TECHNICIAN (ACTIVITY TECHNICIAN/MENTAL HEALTH, YOUTH OFFENDER, DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES, AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT OPTIONS) 

B.A. IN HUMAN SERVICE

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A.A.S. IN PRACTICAL NURSING

B.S. IN NURSING (COURSES MUST BE COMPLETED AT YANKTON LOCATION)

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A.A.S in Energy Technology

 Bachelor of Arts in Technology Management

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A.A.S in Energy Operations

Bachelor of Arts in Technology Management

 

A.A.S in Precision Machining

 Bachelor of Arts in Technology Management

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A.A.S in Welding Technology

 Bachelor of Arts in Technology Management

 

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Transfer students who want to gain their bachelor’s degrees at MMU after completing their associate's degrees at Minnesota West can take advantage of a simplified transfer process thanks to an articulation agreement between the two schools.

Students enrolled in the following Minnesota West programs are able to transfer to MMU and complete a Bachelor's of Technology Management:

 

Associates Degree                         Bachelor's Degree

Automotive Technology, AAS

Energy Biofuels Technology, AAS

Diesel Technology, AAS

Electric Utility Substation Technology, AAS

Electrician, AAS

Fluid Power Technology, AAS

Mechatronics, AAS

Precision Machining, AAS

Energy Wind Energy Technology, AAS

Bachelor's of Technology Management

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