Midheaven (MC)
The highest point in your chart - your public image and career calling.
The Midheaven (Medium Coeli, or MC) is the cusp of the 10th house and represents your public face, career aspirations, and how you want to be known in the world. It's the most visible point in your chart - literally the highest point the Sun reaches that day. The sign here colors your professional path and public reputation.
Example
A Capricorn Midheaven often gravitates toward leadership roles, business, or building lasting institutions.
Cultural Context
The MC corresponds to noon — when the Sun is at its highest and most visible. In traditional astrology, this was called the 'Royal House' because planets here were considered most prominent and powerful. Career astrology heavily weights MC sign and aspects.
Famous Example
Lady Gaga has Aries Midheaven — pioneering, first-to-market energy in her public persona. Her bold fashion choices, confrontational performances, and willingness to be first (first to wear a meat dress, first to play a Super Bowl halftime, etc.) reflect Aries MC leadership.
Did You Know?
Your Midheaven sign is NOT always 90° from your Ascendant in the zodiac — depending on birth latitude, it can vary. People born far from the equator can have unusual relationships between their Ascendant and Midheaven signs, leading to interesting chart shapes.