Starting at a community college is a smart decision, but don't take our word for it. Do your own research. Ask your friends and teachers.

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For Seniors, the Time is Now!

Keys to Success in Community College, and what to do if you're a senior

Community College: Myth vs. Reality

from College Board, inspiring minds.

STEM: Science | Technology | Engineering | Math

All students, not just the top 5 or 10 percent, must gain deep knowledge and strong skills in science and math by the time they graduate from high school.

Lower Columbia College offers quarterly workshops and events focusing on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.

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Building American Skills by Strengthening Community Colleges

Community colleges enroll more than 8 million students and are growing rapidly. They feature affordable tuition, open admission policies, flexible course schedules and convenient locations.

Community colleges also work with businesses, industry, labor and government to create training programs to meet economic needs like nursing, health information, technology, advanced manufacturing and green jobs.

--White House Summit on Community Colleges

Scholarship Night
February 9

6:30 pm, Student Center

Learn how to find scholarships, how to write a great essay/personal statement, how to stay organized and how to avoid scams. 
A representative from the LCC Foundation will be there to discuss how to apply for our LCC specific scholarships.

Science Olympiad
March 10
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Information Night
May 10

Events are held in the Student Center unless otherwise noted. For more information about High School events contact:

Outreach and Recruiting Specialist

Learn how Talent Search can help middle and high school students explore education and career choices through fun events and activities.

Community College ~ It Might Be the Right Path For You

Community colleges were developed to serve as a bridge from high school to college by providing courses for transfer toward a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree.

Four out of 10 college-bound high-school graduates start their college education at a community college!

Community colleges also prepare students for the job market by offering entry-level career training, as well as courses for adult students who want to upgrade their skills for workforce re-entry or advancement. Here, then, are some reasons you might attend a community college:

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