FAQs

If you have any questions that are not listed below, please send them to reimaginemc@midland.edu.

General Bond Questions

  • The Midland College Bond is a strategic investment in Applied Technology, Health Sciences, Campus Renewal, and Safety & Security. This initiative will create a modern and safe campus that continues to meet industry demands while providing students with the skills they need for high-demand, high-paying careers. 

    • Applied Technology: $277,500,000

    • Health Sciences: $43,000,000

    • Campus Renewal: $119,500,000

    • Safety & Security: $10,000,000

      Total Bond Cost: $450,000,000

  • The last bond election held for Midland College was in 2005. 

  • The Bond Exploratory Committee held public meetings over a three month period to assess potential bond funding to support Midland College’s strategic priorities. The committee reviewed key planning documents, analyzed facility and infrastructure projects, evaluated project costs and funding options, and considered the financial impact on the community. Findings and recommendations were presented to the Midland College Board of Trustees on February 11, 2025.

    The committee was comprised of community leaders in oil and gas, healthcare, finance, and education.

    The Midland College Bond Exploratory Committee was tasked with evaluating a potential bond initiative to support the college’s strategic priorities. The Committee provided thorough stakeholder engagement by conducting a collaborative review of planning efforts in order to align with community values and institutional goals.

  • The proposed bond includes a tax rate increase of  $0.04972, bringing the total rate to $0.1328 per $100 of property valuation.This would be $4.14 per month  for a 100K valuation and $14.33 per month for $350k. 

Applied Technology Questions

  • The bond will support Applied Technology programs in high-demand fields such as: 

    • Automotive Technology

    • Diesel – Heavy Equipment/Truck and Trailer 

    • Natural Gas Compression 

    • Petroleum Energy/Automation 

    • Welding 

    • HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) 

    • Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) 

    • Construction Trades 

  • With expanded programs and upgraded facilities, students will have access to hands-on training environments that better prepare them for high-demand careers in healthcare, energy, technology, and skilled trades. 

  • We expect the Applied Technology facilities to open in 2028 with the current construction timeline.

Health Sciences Questions

  • The bond will enhance and expand training in critical healthcare fields, including: 

    • Certified Nurse Aide 

    • Medical Assisting 

    • Vocational Nursing 

    • Massage Therapy 

    • Mental Health Technician 

    • Health Information Management 

    • Patient Care Technician 

    • Pharmacy Technician 

    • Phlebotomy 

    • Health Sciences Foundation 

Campus Renewal Questions

  • The bond will fund a campus renewal initiative, including renovations and upgrades to: 

    • Scharbauer Student Center 

    • Residence Halls 

    • Learning Resource Center 

    • Re-envisioned Technology Center 

    • Allison Fine Arts Building 

    • Early College High School facilities 

  • Infrastructure improvements will include modernized classrooms, updated technology, and facility renovations to support a growing student population and evolving workforce training.  Campus infrastructure includes renovations, drainage improvements, HVAC, roofs, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and other improvements. 

Safety and Security Questions

  • The bond includes multiple safety and security upgrades, such as: 

    • Cameras connected to a central monitoring system 

    • Call boxes for emergency assistance 

    • Enhanced lighting in walkways, parking lots, and streets 

    • Improved signage with updated 911 services and building identification 

    • Pedestrian wayfinding for safer navigation across campus 

Other Questions

  • The existing drilling proposal offers the majority of the royalties to be paid over a 15 - 20-year period. The amount and timeframe will not allow Midland College to build the facilities necessary to meet student and workforce demand.