COM Dual Credit Advantage & The Opening Doors Promise Scholarship
Earn college credit in high school through Dual Credit & Collegiate High School. Take free courses if you qualify for the FAST Program. Get Ahead in High School. Go Further in College Attend COM tuition-free for up to two years after high school with the Opening Doors Promise Scholarship* *Funding is contingent upon public donations
Expanding Programs At COM
In response to our communities’ growing and expansive learning needs, College of the Mainland is prioritizing innovative learning options to effectively prepare the workforce of the future. For every student looking to advance their education, from pursuing high school equivalency, workforce education, transferring to a four-year university or looking to add to their existing education,
Healthcare Careers
Start Your Healthcare Career at COM. Ready to make a difference? At College of the Mainland, we offer hands-on training for in-demand healthcare careers that put compassion into action. Whether you want to become a nurse, surgical technologist or medical assistant, COM provides the skills, certifications and support to launch your future in patient care.
Your Future Begins at COM: A Step-by-Step Guide to Applying to College of the Mainland
College of the Mainland (COM) is your launchpad to a brighter future—whether you’re preparing for university, starting a new career, or earning a promotion. With on-campus and online classes, dual credit for high school students, and even study abroad options, COM offers something for everyone at an affordable price. At COM, you’re more than just
COM Awarded $9 Million in Federal Funding for HSI Initiatives Through 2028
College of the Mainland (COM) has been selected for its third U.S. Department of Education Title V grant, bringing the combined grant total to $9 million. The latest grant awarded will fund the innovative project, “Semillas: Planting the Seeds for a Brighter Tomorrow,” aimed at enhancing educational outcomes for underrepresented students and strengthening student support
The COM 8-Week Advantage
Learning designed for student success. We believe you are meant to be bold and fly high. But we get it, life happens—work, family responsibilities and unforeseen circumstances. Navigating obstacles while trying to take multiple courses can quickly derail an entire 16-week semester. This is where the COM 8-week Advantage can help! Our 8-week sessions allow
Expanding Horizons: Featured Programs at COM
In response to our communities’ growing and expansive learning needs, College of the Mainland is prioritizing innovative learning options to effectively prepare the workforce of the future. For every student looking to advance their education, from pursuing high school equivalency, workforce education, transferring to a four-year university or looking to add to their existing education,
Opening Doors Promise Scholarship – Class of 2024
The COM Opening Doors Promise Scholarship covers 100 percent of tuition and fees for up to two years for eligible graduating high school students who are looking to pursue full-time studies at COM. Participating students can earn an associate degree or complete a workforce training certificate program. Learn More About the Promise Program → Eligibility
COM Professor Makes an Impact in the Classroom and in the Community
Not many college professors choose to volunteer their time to the community by moonlighting as firefighters. Then again, San Leon Fire Captain and COM Communications Theory Professor Dr. R.E. Davis is far from your average professor. “People are calling 911 when they are having one of their worst days of their lives,” he said. “So
Industry Approved
Regional Employers Value Job-Ready Graduates Research has shown that College of the Mainland’s economic impact on its surrounding region is an estimated $250 million a year. While that figure is impressive, perhaps COM’s most substantial contribution to the local economy is the steady supply of skilled, job-ready graduates we produce each year. With a career-focused