Statement of Purpose
As determined by the State of Texas, the purpose of each public community college shall be to provide:
- technical programs up to 2-years in length leading to associate degrees or certificates
- vocational programs leading directly to employment in semi-skilled and skilled occupations
- freshman and sophomore course in arts and sciences
- continuing adult education programs for occupational or cultural upgrading
- compensatory education programs designed to fulfill the commitment of an admissions policy allowing the enrollment of disadvantaged students
- a continuing program of counseling and guidance designed to assist students in achieving their individual educational goals
- work force development programs designed to meet local and statewide needs
- adult literacy and other basic skills programs for adults
- such other purposes as may be prescribed by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board of local governing boards in the best interest of post-secondary education in Texas.