This document is a guidebook for new students at Minnesota Metropolitan State College, a newly created upper-level college whose curriculum is based solely on the basis of competencies in various areas. The guidebook describes the origins, accreditation, and organization of MMSC, the basic tenets of the college, study options at MMSC, and the educational format. In addition, information is included on admission, orientation, the educational pact development, implementation of the educational pact, and final evaluation and awarding of degrees. (HS)