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50+ Years of Student Success

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Â鶹ɫÇéƬ opened its doors in September 1967 as a comprehensive community college located on Galveston Island, just 50 miles south of Houston, Texas. 

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50+ Yearsof Academic Excellence
14.1Average On-Campus Class Size
73%Freshmen awarded
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Â鶹ɫÇéƬ provides the citizens of Galveston Island and the surrounding region with academic, workforce development, continuing education and community service programs. The College serves approximately 2,300 students each semester in credit programs and nearly 1,415 individuals annually in continuing education programs. Â鶹ɫÇéƬ has proven to be a progressive, dynamic institution of higher education known for its partnerships with businesses and organizations and its commitment to provide a quality learning environment that is student-focused.

The College is fiscally sound and strongly supported by local citizens who have come to recognize Â鶹ɫÇéƬ as an integral part of the growth and prosperity for the community.

Â鶹ɫÇéƬ programs have consistently gained local, state and national acclaim in areas that include:
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A hidden gem on the island. A college that meets the needs of the community it serves.

K BLACKMON - 5 stars

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Grey Jedi - 5 stars

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Beautiful both inside and out... great employees.

Diane Wilson - 5 stars

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Very helpful. Thanks you very much.

lucious james - 5 stars

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kimberly davis - 5 stars

 

50th Anniversary Book

Celebrating 50 years of Student Success

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2023 Report to the Community

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