MCA's College and Career Counseling Department helps students discern God's call through a deeper understanding of their identity in Christ, their strengths, and their gifts. Every student is paired with a counselor who guides them through academic planning and post-graduation pathways — whether college, missions, the military, or a direct career path.
Each student is paired with a counselor who guides them through academic planning and post-graduation pathways — whether college, missions, the military, or directly into a career.
How the College & Career Center Connects Interests to Careers →
AP Courses
Maranatha offers 12 on-site and 6 online Advanced Placement courses for sophomores, juniors, and seniors. AP courses follow a college-level curriculum monitored by the College Board, and most colleges accept a score of 3 or higher for credit and placement.
AP courses feature a college-level curriculum and are monitored by the College Board to ensure the syllabi for the classes meet the high standards of college. In May, national exams are administered to AP students. The exams are then scored by specially trained college professors and high school AP instructors. Scores are represented by a number from 1 to 5, and most colleges accept a score of 3 or higher for credit and placement.
Associate of Arts Degree
MCA was the first school to partner with Bethel University, bringing professors on campus so students can earn a complete Associate of Arts degree (60 credits) without leaving high school. Students graduate with both their MCA diploma and an AA from Bethel — potentially saving two years of college tuition and time.
Program Benefits
At Maranatha, the Associate of Arts program provides unrivaled support and guidance during the time you are enrolled. Here are a few of the support systems designed to assist our students:
- Students who enroll in MCA/Bethel University’s Associate of Arts Degree Program will be assigned to an advisory for routine academic support and grade checks.
- Students remain on Maranatha’s campus and may take part in high school clubs, activities, sports, leadership positions, and special events while earning a college degree.