The MKC Difference
• Cohorts of 10–12 students
• Learning Therapist support
• Experiential learning studios
• Kolbe Works paid campus jobs
• Faculty mentorship
Why MKC is Different
Most colleges were built around large lecture halls, limited individualized support, and the expectation that students will figure everything out on their own. Maximilian Kolbe College was designed differently.
At MKC, students learn in small cohorts, receive built-in support from learning therapists, participate in hands-on experiential learning, and gain meaningful paid work experience through Kolbe Works. Every part of the college is intentionally structured to help students grow academically, socially, and professionally.
The MKC Difference at a Glance
Traditional College Maximilian Kolbe College
Large classes where students can feel anonymous Small classes and cohorts where students are known
Support often comes only after a student struggles Support is built into the weekly college experience
Students navigate college largely on their own Learning therapists, faculty, and peers provide consistent guidance
Learning is often lecture-based Learning is active, relational, and hands-on
Work and academics are usually separate Kolbe Works integrates paid campus employment into student growth