Professor R.E. Davis in front of a fire truck.

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

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COM Students working at LyondellBasell

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

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Opening Doors Promise Scholarship

The COM Opening Doors Promise Scholarship covers 100% of tuition and fees for any eligible high school student in Texas City, La Marque, Hitchcock, Dickinson or Santa Fe for up to two years. Learn More About the Promise Program → Eligibility Talk to an enrollment coach now to get started! Visit com.edu/promise to learn more.

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Student Jose Lopez standing behind monitor with drafting designs on the screen

WHY COM? Because We’re Literally Changing Lives

Here at College of the Mainland, we offer an array of innovative and dynamic learning options to meet the unique needs of our students, no matter where they may find themselves on their life journey. With high-impact and engaging areas of study, we’re committed to launching our students on a path toward a rewarding career and unparalleled success.

Student welding in class

Let’s Get You BACK TO WORK

College of the Mainland is pleased to do our part to rebuild our community and contribute to a vibrant workforce through Let’s Get You Back to Work, an initiative to rapidly equip displaced and underemployed workers with the skills needed to fill critical industry needs.

Opening Doors Promise Scholarship

The Opening Doors Promise Scholarship is a last-dollar scholarship opportunity that covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to two full years for any eligible Class of 2023 graduating high school student pursuing full-time studies at COM. Participating students can earn an associate degree or complete a workforce training certificate program. Learn More

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Diverse classroom of adult students.

Adult Education

Whether you’re here to pursue a better job, earn more money at work, learn English or finish your high school diploma, our Adult Education programs make it possible. Our comprehensive programs are designed to prepare adults 16 and older to take their High School Equivalency (HSE) and/or English as a Second Language (ESL) exams. And

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Massage instructor with skeleton prop.

Massage Therapy

Duration: 12 Months If helping others and working in a relaxing, tranquil environment is calling your name, massage therapy is the perfect fit for you. Launch a new career in this versatile industry in one year with our massage therapy program. Through hands-on labs and classes, students learn to manipulate the soft tissue of one’s

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Graphic arts student in front of iMac.

Web Design

Duration: Two Semesters Are you a visual storyteller who enjoys communicating ideas through images, color and form? Dive into COM’s highly regarded web design program where you can put your creativity to work! Our concentrated one-year web design program prepares students for careers in web design and video production. Through hands-on training, students learn what

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Student working on instrumentation equipment.

Industrial Careers

Enroll in one of our hands-on industrial careers programs to enter or advance in the workforce quickly. Industry professionals advise each program so you gain the skills that employers seek, and, upon completion, you will receive a certificate that is recognized in industry. If you enjoy troubleshooting and working with your hands, check out our

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