Frequently Asked Questions

General

Questions About Specific Partnerships

Q. What is Metropolitan College?

Metropolitan College is a workforce development and educational opportunity partnership that includes Jefferson Community and Technical College, the University of Louisville, Louisville Metro and State of Kentucky government, UPS, ResCare/CAKY and Humana.

Q. How do students get into Metropolitan College?

A student must be employed by either UPS, ResCare/CAKY or Humana, attend one of the two participating schools (JCTC, UofL), and complete an online planning session. Find out more about the program requirements for each participating employer.

Q. Do I have to go to College full-time?

Metropolitan College students can attend school part-time or full-time. We encourage you to speak with a Metropolitan College student development counselor to help you determine a schedule that fits best with your work schedule.

Q. Can a student major in any subject?

Students can major in any subject for which they are academically qualified. Visit the University of Louisville and Jefferson Community and Technical College websites for more information.

Q. Where do students sign contracts and how often is this done?

Metropolitan College students are obligated to work at one of the participating employers from a contract start date through the contract end date. Students are strongly encouraged to read through the contract before signing and to retain a copy for their records. Students must sign a Metropolitan College student contract for every semester that they attend. However, students will not be allowed to sign if they have not completed the Metropolitan College program requirements. Contracts are signed with a Student Development Counselor at a Metropolitan College office located on the college campuses.

Q. Is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) required and how often must it be completed?

Yes, the FAFSA is required. Students must complete the FAFSA every academic year, typically before the fall semester. All students must complete the form regardless whether or not they will receive any form of aid. The FAFSA must be official and complete with no corrections or additional information needed.

Q. If I live out-of-state, am I eligible for tuition benefits?

Beginning spring 2009, the tuition benefit will be limited to the regular per credit hour undergraduate Kentucky resident tuition rate at the institution in which the student is enrolled. Non-resident students will be financially responsible for the difference.

Q. Does Metropolitan College provide housing for students?

No, Metropolitan College does not provide housing for students.

Q. What is the CREW Career Center?

The CREW (Connecting Resources, Education and Workforce) Career Center is a partnership among Metropolitan College, Jefferson Community and Technical College and KentuckianaWorks. CREW services assist clients with career exploration, career planning and career placement.