Start Your Hospitality Career at MPC

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Build Your Skills. Advance Your Career. Stay Connected to the Industry.

Whether you are starting your hospitality career, looking to upskill and advance in your current role, or ready to reskill and explore a new career path, Monterey Peninsula College can help you take the next step toward your goals.

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Your Path to MPC Starts Here

Getting started at Monterey Peninsula College is easier than you may think. Follow these steps to become an MPC student.

1. Apply to MPC

Complete the free online application to Monterey Peninsula College.

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You will create an account and submit your application through California Community Colleges. Make sure to save your 8-digit Application Confirmation Number.

2. Receive Your MPC Student ID

After you apply, you will receive your MPC student ID number and information about accessing your student account.

Keep your MPC ID handy. You will use it throughout your time at MPC.

If it has been some time and you have not received your MPC ID, email admissions@mpc.edu or call (831) 646-4002 and provide your 8-digit confirmation number.

3. Meet With a Counselor

Connect with an MPC counselor to talk about your goals and create an educational plan.

Your counselor can help you:

Choose the right courses
Develop a Student Education Plan
Understand degree and certificate requirements
Explore career pathways
Plan for transfer, if applicable
Connect with campus resources

Connect With Counseling

4. Register for Classes

Once you have completed your required steps, you can register for classes through MyMPC. (You will receive an email with your login information)

Look for courses that apply toward your hospitality degree or certificate. Our Counseling team can assist you with choosing the right classes for your desired journey.

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5. Pay for College and Explore Financial Aid

Community college can be an affordable way to earn a credential or begin your college education.

Explore:

Financial aid
California College Promise Grant
Scholarships
Work-study opportunities
Student employment
Basic needs support

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6. Complete Orientation

New students complete MPC's online orientation to learn how the college works and what resources are available.

You will learn about:

Registration
Academic expectations
Student support services
Campus resources
Technology and student accounts
Getting involved at MPC

Complete Orientation

7. Start Your MPC Journey

Once you are registered, you are officially on your way.

Take advantage of MPC's support services, get involved on campus, and connect your classroom experience to opportunities in Monterey County's hospitality industry. ¡Hablamos Español!

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Real Students. Real Experiences. Real Opportunities.

"The hospitality program at MPC helped me to shape a map for reaching my career goals. Our professors often work in the industry and help connect students with opportunities. The integration of experiential learning helped my curriculum and improved my knowledge in the wine industry, where I currently work."

Fanny Gonzalez

MPC Alum

Students master the management skills necessary to work in both large and small operations and explore topics relating to responsible culinary sourcing and production, such as farm to fork, seasonal menus, and urban agriculture programs. Build a solid foundation in the hospitality industry, which includes restaurants, hotels, airlines, cruises, and related companies, with additional coursework focusing on environmentally-friendly tourism practices. Learn and practice management, critical thinking, and communication skills to help them become successful leaders within the industry.