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We’re everyone’s college.
At ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, we meet you where you are. Your decision to attend ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø will be rewarded daily through quality instruction, personalized advising and constant support from dedicated faculty and staff.
Mission, Vision and Values
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Mission Statement
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s mission is student success. Through high-quality, open-access education, we create pathways that empower students to achieve prosperity, transform lives, and strengthen their communities.
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Vision
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s vision is to be a national leader in student success and paths to graduation, driving transformation across communities and industries.
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Values
To drive student success, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø has committed to the following values:
Accountability
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø meets our commitments with honesty, integrity, and transparency, owning our outcomes and continuously improving.
Excellence
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø emphasizes high standards and consistent delivery to prioritize excellence in teaching and learning.
Belonging
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is a community where every student and employee is welcomed and supported.
Teamwork
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø works as one college, building trust and partnership to find solutions and achieve shared goals.
Community Connections
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø forges strong community relationships to create educational opportunities that generate lasting impact.
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is committed to student success, academic achievement and community engagement. The College offers associate degrees, certificates and bachelor’s, degrees designed to propel students toward prosperous careers in Manatee and Sarasota counties and beyond.
Students at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø enjoy the full college experience. NJCAA athletics, student clubs, a robust array of performing arts and support for veterans are all factors contributing to the vibrant ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø community. Attending ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø opens the door to a wealth of experiences inside and out of the classroom.
An ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø education is convenient and affordable. With campuses in Bradenton, Venice and Lakewood Ranch, as well as online courses and fully online degree programs, anyone can pursue their education at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø. The College is in a continuous state of evolution, growing and adapting to meet the changing needs of students and the community.
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø has a proud history as the first and largest public higher education institution in the region. More than 60,000 #ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøProud alumni have been awarded degrees from the College since 1959. Thousands more have made ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø a part of their educational endeavors while bolstering career credentials or laying the groundwork for a longer academic career.