The developments related to COVID-19 are unprecedented. At MICC, we are focused on the safety and well being of our participants, families, and staff. Our Admissions Department will continue to accept applications and work with prospective students and their families (virtually) through this time.

College Program Admission Steps.

1. Virtual Tour

2. Apply

3. Materials

4. Interview

Step 1. ​Schedule a Virtual Tour + Info Session 

At this time, we have suspended in-person campus visits are are instead offering virtual options to connect. 

Virtual tours and information sessions are held weekdays between 9:00 am - 5:00 pm and last approximately 45 minutes. Sessions are a one-on-one session with a member of our admissions staff and includes a program overview and a virtual campus tour. Prospective students and families are encouraged to join together. We also welcome professionals who are curious about our programming, as well as groups up to 20.
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  • Self-schedule your virtual tour and information session with a member of the admissions team online.
  • Group in-person tours have been suspended until further notice. School groups or transition programs can schedule a virtual information session with a member of our admissions team here.
  • Call 612.869.4008 or email our admissions office to speak directly with a member of the admissions team. 
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Step 2. Apply online

Within two (2) business days of receiving the submitted application, Admissions staff will send a confirmation email with further details regarding our secure document portal where you'll be able to upload required materials. Please note: this is not an automatic email, so we thank you for your patience.

Step 3. Upload required materials

In addition to the online application, we require supplementary materials to be provided to complete the application. All required documentation must be submitted through the portal and will not be accepted by mail or email. Exceptions will only be made for documentation submitted by third-party providers.

The following documentation is required to complete your application. ​​All required documentation must be received by the application deadline for a student's application to be reviewed by the Admissions Committee.
  • $100 application fee
  • Supplemental application survey
  • Neuropsychological evaluation
  • IEP, Evaluation Plan, and/or Transition Plan
  • Educational transcript
  • ​Three (3) recommendations

Step 4. In-person interview

The Admissions Committee will only review complete applications and will do so within one week of receiving all of the required information/materials. Following this review, if appropriate, applicants will be contacted to schedule an in-person (or virtual) interview, skills assessment, and half-day observation visit.

If you are looking for information on our Summer Program admissions requirements and steps, click here.

Requirements for Admission.

To be considered a candidate for the MICC College Program, it is required that the applicant:
  • Be diagnosed with a learning disability, executive dysfunction, an autism spectrum disorder or other neurological disorder. Typical applicants will have a range of cognitive and processing abilities.
  • Be between the ages of 18-26 years of age.
  • Have completed their K-12 education.
  • Have a Full Scale IQ of 70 or above, as documented on a neuropsychological evaluation. (Note- MICC will factor in test anxiety, as documented or reported).
  • Not require 24-hour supervision and be able to make safe decisions, as reported in applicant’s application.
  • Not have a history of criminal activity that would preclude them from obtaining employment, as reported in applicant’s application.

It is recommended that the applicant be able to demonstrate:
  • A high degree of interest and/or open mind regarding participating in MICC programs, as reported.
  • Appropriate decision making to allow participation in a comprehensive apartment-living and community-based program, as well as respond well to a structured and supported environment, as reported.
  • Evidence of ability to volunteer or be employed in a work setting with minimal supervision/training, as reported.
  • A history of good citizenship and the ability to accept and follow rules, as reported.
  • Sufficient emotional and behavioral stability and impulse control to live independently function socially, and participate in MICC, as reported.
  • An involved support network, with realistic goals, recognition of the importance of communication and cooperation and who supports the goals and philosophy of the program.

College Program Application Deadlines.

Early Decision
September 1.
Early decision application open

November 15.
Early decision application deadline

December 15.
Early decision determinations sent
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General Decision I
November 16.
General decision I application open

March 1.
General decision I application deadline

April 1.
General decision I determinations sent
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General Decision II
March 2.
General decision II application open

May 1.
General decision II application deadline

June 1.
General decision II determinations sent
Applications received after May 1 may be reviewed on a rolling basis as space is available. Availability is not guaranteed. MICC does not rollover a wait list.