- Dr . Jim Richey
EFSC AMONG TOP
U . S . COMMUNITY
COLLEGES
EFSC was recognized as one of the top 150 community colleges in the nation by the Aspen Institute ’ s Community College Excellence program .
• The Aspen Prize , which will be given in 2025 , is the nation ’ s foremost recognition for high achievement and performance among America ’ s community colleges .
• The institutions were selected based on six performance criteria :
• Teaching and learning
• Certificate and degree completion
• Associate and baccalaureate degree attainment
• Workforce success
• Equitable access to the college
• Equitable outcomes for underrepresented students and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds
• The institution awarded the 2025 Aspen Prize will receive $ 1 million
Over the past decade , EFSC has been repeatedly considered a
TOP community college
BY THE ASPEN INSTITUTE AMONG MORE THAN 1,000 COMMUNITY COLLEGES IN THE U . S .
• “ These colleges represent the amazing potential of America ’ s thousand-plus community colleges as engines of prosperity and social mobility ,” the Aspen Institute said in announcing the top colleges
• Dr . Jim Richey said the nomination shows EFSC ’ s commitment to excellence in academics and student services plus collaboration with local industry to train skilled workers for the Space Coast
• He cited more than 25 Bachelor Degree tracks in Business , Healthcare , Computer Technology , and Education , along with a wealth of hightech programs in fields such as aerospace , advanced manufacturing and cybersecurity
• All that is supported by robust online learning opportunities and strong minority student academic support services
“ There has never been a better time to study at EFSC than right now . Our excellent faculty and staff strive every day to help students succeed and have them job-ready upon graduation ”
- Dr . Jim Richey
• “ We also have business partnerships that provide students with internships and apprenticeships , state-of-the-art facilities with more under construction , and an unwavering belief in serving our community .”
• The 150 colleges will be trimmed down to 10 finalists before the winner is selected in the spring 2025 .
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