Business Office Archives

June 16, 2022

Change is good. We’re going paperless.

Change is good. We're going paperless.

MACC’s Business Office is transitioning to PAPERLESS BILLINGS and ONLINE PAYMENTS! Help us save some trees!

So what’s new?

You will no longer receive a paper billing statement through postal mail.

Payment is due by the first day of each semester.

Reminders about due bills will be emailed to your MACC email address.

How to view your current balance and pay your bill online:

Login to your MyMACC student account portal at my.macc.edu to get started.

1. Click on ‘Student’ located on the red menu bar at the top of the page

2. Click on ‘Billing Information’ located on the menu on the left side of the page

3. Click on the ‘Pay Online’ button (you do not have to immediately pay online to view your balance)

4. Follow the steps to create an account (if you do not have an account set up already)

5. ‘Payment Activity’ (this section gives you the balance based on pending financial aid)

6. Click on ‘Transaction Details’ for more detailed information

7. You may choose to add a parent/authorized user to make payments on your behalf by clicking on ‘Add an Authorized Party’

8. Click on the green ‘Set up a Payment Plan’ button under the Home tab to either pay in full or set up the payment plan

Questions? Give us a call at 660-263-4100 or email info@macc.edu.

Certificate – Business Office Administration

The MACC Business and Office Administration program options are designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills necessary to begin a career as an administrative office professional. With the education and hands-on experience obtained in this program, successful graduates are prepared to work in positions such as legal administrative assistant, executive administrative assistant, medical receptionist, medical office assistant, receptionist, secretary, data entry clerk, as well as many other office support positions.

Academic Map

Business Office Administration Certificate Map

This academic map is not a contract, either expressed or implied, between MACC and the student, but represents a flexible program of the current curriculum which may be altered from time to time to meet the academic objectives of the college. MACC specifically reserves the right to modify, delete, or add to any academic map at any time within the student’s period of study at the college.

If you have certifications or prior experience in this field of study, you may already qualify for credit for required classes in this degree program. Explore Options:

Receiving Credit

You may be eligible for additional ways of receiving credit for required courses if you have previous education, training, certifications, or credentials. Contact Suzi McGarvey at 660-263-4100 ext. 11238 or suzim@macc.edu for more information.

CREDIT BY EXAMINATION

The purpose of credit by examination is to award college credit for knowledge, skills, and competencies obtained through nontraditional college programs. Credit will be granted for scores at or exceeding 80% for existing career and technical courses in the MACC curriculum as approved by the Dean of Workforce Development and Technical Education. Credit by Examination will only be considered if reasonable proof can be provided indicating that the student has substantial education, training, and work experience related to the course for which the exam is requested. Only one opportunity will be given to test-out for credit in any one course, and the applicant must pay a test fee. Credit by Examination will be awarded after a student has completed 12 college-level credit hours toward a 32 credit hour certificate or an AAS degree. Total credit hours granted to any student through Credit by Examination toward a 32 credit hour certificate or an AAS degree will not exceed 50% of credit hours required.

CREDIT BY CERTIFICATION

Credit by Certification may be an option for students enrolled in certain MACC Associate of Applied Science degrees and one-year certificate programs that have related industry-standard certification or formal apprenticeship training. Credit by Certification will be considered after the student has applied for admission and provided a completed Application for Credit by Certification accompanied by documentation of successfully passing a certified training program. Credit by Certification will be awarded in accordance with American Council on Education recommendations as published in the National Guide to Educational Credit for Testing Programs and/or other recognized accrediting bodies approved by the Dean of Workforce Development and Technical Education and consisting of, but not limited to, certifications offered by the following bodies: American Welding Society, Cisco Networking Academy, a Department of Labor Approved Apprenticeship Training Program, or MACC non-credit courses conducted to credit students. Credit by Certification will be awarded after the student has completed 12 college-level credit hours with a grade of “C” or better and has a cumulative GPA of 2.0 in coursework specific to the degree being sought at MACC and appropriate fees have been paid. The total credit hours granted to any one student through Credit by Certification toward an AAS degree or certificate is 50% of credits required. Credit by Certification will be awarded only when it relates specifically to a program of study at MACC.

CREDIT BY CREDENTIAL

Students who have a current nationally-recognized credential may be awarded college credit toward an Associate of Applied Science degree in a related program. The credit hours are awarded on the basis of competencies the individual has gained in the process of achieving the national credential. The following guidelines apply to the granting of college credit to students with a national credential. The individual will complete the following:

Meet all criteria for admissions as specified in the College catalog;
Make application to the Dean of Workforce Development and Technical Education for college credit by current credential;
Provide official documentation of his or her current nationally-recognized credential to the College at the time of the application for credit;
Complete 12 credit hours of MACC courses in the related Associate of Applied Science degree before the credit for the credential will be placed on the individual’s official MACC transcript.

The individual’s credential must remain current and be documented at the time this credit is awarded.

Military Credit

Veterans may receive academic credit for military/educational training earned while serving in the armed forces based on evaluation and recommendation from the American Council on Education (ACE). Veterans requesting credit for military experience must submit an official copy of their ACE transcript to the MACC Registrar. This information will then be evaluated by the Registrar and the Dean of Academic Affairs, the Dean of Workforce Development and Technical Education, or the Dean of Health Sciences. Credit will only be awarded for courses which count toward certificate or degree requirements.

CREDIT BY ARTICULATION

Articulation is a curricular concept designed to eliminate duplication of instruction and to recognize student achievements from area career and technical schools and comprehensive high schools that are approved by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Students wishing to obtain articulation credit must: * Be seeking an Associate of Applied Science degree in the same career and technical program or one closely related to the secondary program; * Have completed a two-year secondary career and technical program; * Have earned a cumulative 3.0 GPA in the secondary career and technical program and a 2.0 overall cumulative GPA; * Meet all College admission criteria as specified in the College catalog; * Make application to the Dean of Workforce Development and Technical Education for articulation within two years following high school graduation; * Provide official high school transcript(s) and competency documentation, if required; and * Complete all developmental coursework and twelve college-level credit hours of 100-level or higher with at least a 2.0 GPA before credit by articulation will be transcripted. Final determination of allowable articulation credit will be transcripted as follows: MACC course number, course title, notation of articulation credit, credit hours, and “credit” in place of a grade. Articulation credit will not be used in grade point calculations.

OTHER EXPERIENCE

The College may consider other nontraditional learning experiences, such as internships and learning experiences attained through business or industrial training programs, on a case by case basis. The Dean of Academic Affairs, the Dean of Health Sciences, or the Dean of Workforce Development and Technical Education will determine if credit for prior learning should be awarded.

1098-T FAQ

As required by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Form 1098-T is provided by Jan. 31 to all students who had qualified tuition and other related educational expenses billed to them during the previous calendar year, January 1 – December 31.

The 1098-T form is informational only and should not be considered as tax advice. It serves to alert students that they may be eligible for federal income tax education credits such as the Lifetime Learning Credit and the Hope Credit as part of their Federal Income Tax Return. IRS Publication 970, “Tax Benefits for Higher Education,” as well as Chapter 35 of IRS Publication 17, provide additional information on these credits. While it is a good starting point, the 1098-T, as designed and regulated by the IRS, does not contain all of the information needed to claim a tax credit. To determine the amount of qualified tuition and fees paid, and the amount of scholarships and grants received, a taxpayer should use their own financial records. There is no IRS requirement that you must claim the tuition and fees deduction or an education credit. Claiming education tax benefits is a voluntary decision for those who may qualify.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Q: What is a 1098-T?
A: The 1098-T form is used by eligible educational institutions to report information about their students to the IRS as required by the Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997. Eligible educational institutions are required to submit the student’s name, address, taxpayer’s identification number (TIN), enrollment status, amounts paid for qualified expenses, and scholarships and/or grants.

Q: When will my 1098-T be available?
A: As required by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Form 1098-T is available by Jan. 31 to all students who had reportable transactions during the previous calendar year.

Q: How do I get my 1098-T?
A: As agreed upon in your Financial Responsibility Agreement, the 1098-T is an electronic document that you access and print from your myMACC account.

Log on to my.macc.edu using your myMACC username and password. Click on the “Student” tab at the top, then the “Billing Information” link in the left margin. At the bottom of the page is a link “Go to My 1098-T Info”. Click to view your 1098T info (you must allow popups as it opens in a new window). You can view, print, or save the 1098-T document.

If you cannot remember your username and/or password, contact the Computer Services Coordinator at your nearest campus or call 660-263-4100 ext.11555.

Q: What do I do with the 1098-T?
A: The 1098-T form is informational only and should not be considered tax advice. It serves to alert students that they may be eligible for federal income tax education credits such as the Lifetime Learning Credit and the Hope Credit as part of their Federal Income Tax Return. IRS Publication 970, “Tax Benefits for Higher Education,” as well as Chapter 35 of IRS Publication 17, provide additional information on these credits. For additional information go to www.irs.gov or consult your tax advisor.

Q: How do I know if I am eligible for a tax credit?
A: MACC cannot determine if you qualify for a tax credit and is not allowed to give you tax advice. Please read the instructions of the 1098-T statement and obtain IRS publication 970 and Form 8863 or contact a tax professional about your personal income tax situation. The IRS website is www.irs.gov.

Q: Did you send a copy of this form to the IRS?
A: Yes. Section 6050S of the Internal Revenue Code, as enacted by the Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997, requires institutions to file the 1098-T information returns with the IRS.

Q: How did MACC figure out what amounts to include in Form 1098T Box 5 – Scholarships or Grants?
A: The figure in Box 5 – Scholarships or Grants, includes scholarships, grants and, if applicable, payments made by a third party under a formal billing arrangement (i.e., outside scholarships, employer provided educational assistance [regardless of taxability], military, etc.) which have been administered by MACC. If you received other forms of outside scholarships and grants not administered by MACC, it is your responsibility to adjust the figure accordingly. Third party payments do not include payments made by your parent or other individuals.

Q: What if I am an international student?
A: MACC will produce 1098-T forms for international students as requested. Presentation of a valid social security card or tax identification card is required for this purpose. Please contact the IRS for more information.

Q: When will payments post to my student account over the winter break.
A: Payments received in the mail during MACC’s winter break will be entered on the first business day following the break, but will be posted to December activity. Payments received on or after January 2 will be posted the day they are received regardless of the check date or envelope postmark.

Online payments via Nelnet will be posted on the day the payment was made.