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What is Merchant Category Code MCC 8220: Colleges, Junior Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools

Merchant Category Code (MCC) 8220 encompasses institutions such as colleges, junior colleges, universities, and professional schools. This MCC code is important for understanding payment processing for schools. Explore more about Merchant Category Codes.

Which Institutions are Classified Under MCC 8220?

MCC 8220 categorises a range of educational institutions.

These include:

  • Colleges: Institutions providing tertiary education leading to degrees or certifications.
  • Junior Colleges: Two-year schools offering associate degrees and preparatory courses.
  • Universities: Larger organisations facilitating undergraduate and postgraduate education, often through various colleges.
  • Professional Schools: Entities offering specialised training for careers such as law, medicine, and business.

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Mark Stiltner

Mark Stiltner is a finance and fintech writer. From educating independent investment advisors on retirement plan management to helping families maximize their savings to educating businesses on global payment preferences, Mark has spent over a decade researching and educating audiences on complex financial topics. Mark has been a contributing author on blog articles and educational content for the Bank of Colorado, Pinnacle Bank, TD Ameritrade, First Data and Rapyd.

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