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The only University named after a geological formation, The University of Texas of the Permian Basin, is unlike any in the world. Surrounded by one of the country's largest oilfields, UTPB is home to over 7,000 students and 250 teaching faculty. Located in Odessa, Texas, the University sits at the epicenter of a region whose economic growth and technological advancements have global significance. Whether you're a knowledge-seeker of the sciences, humanities, or arts, a common theme exists: UTPB graduates get hired. The University consistently ranks among the top 5 Texas public universities for students employed or accepted in graduate/professional school one year after graduation. With 35 undergraduate and 18 graduate programs of study to choose from, our students discover an education they can be passionate about. No matter what sparks your interest, personalized attention, and direct access to professors are essential parts of the UTPB experience. At UTPB, we're proud to be recognized for affordability without sacrificing quality - all while giving students the flexibility of fully online undergraduate and graduate degree programs. According to U.S. News and World Report, the university is one of the top 35 public schools in Regional Universities West. Also, it earns rankings for best online bachelor's degree programs and best undergraduate engineering programs. UTPB students' admission rate to medical school is 70%, compared to 45%. To top it all off, we're one of the most affordable universities around, awarding roughly $15 million in financial aid annually. UTPB is a University of Texas System institution, which includes nine academic universities and six health institutions statewide. The University of Texas System is one of the nation's largest systems of higher education. Each year, U.T. institutions award more than one-third of all undergraduate degrees in Texas. At UTPB, you get it all: the small-campus feel with the might of The University of Texas System. As a public university for the state of Texas, we support our great state with an impact of nearly $250 million on the regional economy, not to mention the billions of dollars generated for the state from the natural resources found right here in West Texas. The University of Texas of the Permian Basin is a general academic university of The University of Texas System. The University of Texas System is committed to pursuing high-quality educational opportunities to enhance the human resources of Texas, the nation, and the world through intellectual and personal growth. The mission of The University of Texas of the Permian Basin is to provide quality education to all qualified students in a supportive in-person and online educational environment to promote excellence in teaching, research, and service and to serve as a resource for the intellectual, social, economic, technological advancement, and healthcare of the diverse constituency in Texas and the region. The University aspires to be a vibrant student-focused center of excellence for learning, culture, and economic Development, preparing students for leadership and success in a complex and changing world. Take flight with the UTPB Falcons. Our goal is to provide you with friendly, prompt, and efficient service. The Office of Financial Aid and UTPB awards and processes funds from federal, state, institutional, and private resources. The UTPB Financial Aid Office's philosophy is to assist students and families in meeting the financial need of all eligible applicants by "packaging" (combining) funds from various sources - including institutional and non-institutional funds. Students are encouraged to apply for external federal, state, and local programs to maximize their assistance opportunities. There is much energy on campus. We want to capture this liveliness inside and outside of the classroom. To do so, we are rolling out two new programs this year, Falcon Faces and Give Us Your Best Shot. Falcon Faces will provide brief information on a student and their involvement on campus. Give Us Your Best Shot allows students to share photos and videos or action on campus. The photos/videos may be used in marketing materials as well as on social media. Students may submit their photos and video clips by using the Falcon Faces template. All Federal Government agency-sponsored proposals and State and Local Government sponsored proposals should be routed through the ORSP as proposals made to national organizations. All other classifications would typically go through Development, but there is some overlap, and the two offices will work together to identify the correct routing office. In 1969, the Texas Legislature authorized an upper-level university accepting only junior, senior, and master's degree graduate students as part of an experiment in upper-level education in Odessa, Texas. Construction plans began soon after; however, a series of delays - including a lawsuit challenging the validity of the University's property deeds - halted all work. Finally, after a Supreme Court ruling in the University's favor, the campus construction began in April 1972. Today, UTPB is a growing and vibrant four-year University serving over 7,000 students from all over the U.S. and world. The campus boasts facilities like a world-class performing arts center, apartment-style campus housing, and over 40 student organizations. Our unique story makes us one of a kind, and together, we are Falcons. View full university

Two generations of students—many of them now citizens and community leaders—have studied at Great Basin College since it opened in 1967. Students of the new millennium, like those who studied at GBC before them, have access to contemporary knowledge in classes and the benefit of instructors who genuinely cherish the learning process. They will also benefit from an excellent library, the most current computing facilities, and well-equipped laboratories. They participate in a time-honored schedule of traditional classes and a rich array of short courses presented by active scholars from Nevada and the West. GBC students choose their mathematics, science, business, computing, humanities, social sciences, fine arts career and technical education, health science, and community education. Full-time faculty members, part-time instructors, and support personnel are mentors, friends, and advisers of the 4,700 students who study throughout GBC's academic year. Great Basin College enriches people's lives by providing student-centered, post-secondary education to rural Nevada. Educational, cultural, and related economic needs of the multicounty service area are met through university transfer programs, applied science and technology, business and industry partnerships, developmental education, community service, and student support services in conjunction with certificates and associate and select baccalaureate degrees. Academic freedom is an essential principle of higher education, facilitating the open exchange of ideas in the pursuit of knowledge. Academic freedom allows faculty, staff, students, and guests to research, discuss, and publish in an open academic setting, even when this "requires consideration of topics which may be politically, socially, or scientifically controversial" (NSHE Code Title 2 Section 2.1.2). Academic responsibility requires that such research, discussion, and publication be conducted civilly, following "appropriate standards of scholarship and instruction" (NSHE Code Title 2 Section 2.1.3). Great Basin College is committed to upholding the standards of academic freedom and responsibility, as described in the NSHE Code and the American Association of University Professors' "Statement of Principles of Academic Freedom and Tenure." The Northwest Commission regionally accredits the College on Colleges and Universities. GBC is a member college of the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE). Please see our accreditation web page for more information. The College has received approval by the State Board of Education for the Elementary and Secondary Education License Program. Great Basin College follows the curriculum of the American Welding Society (AWS), and graduates of the Welding Technology Programs may receive AWS certification. The Associate of Applied Science in Nursing and the Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing programs are both accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, Inc. (NLNAC). The Radiology Technology program is accreditated by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiology Technology (JRCERT). Great Basin College boasts a faculty whose backgrounds are as cosmopolitan and wide-reaching as GBC is small and personal. The many full-time and part-time instructors come to GBC from all walks of life, bringing their experiences and varied outlooks to enrich our instructional programs. Over the years, many of our instructors have received regional and national recognition for their efforts. Classified Staff supports Great Basin College in all facets of this institution and in the communities that GBC provides service. The Classified Staff funds the Tony Salvatierra Scholarship and various projects to benefit the College and the community. Membership consists of all State of Nevada classified GBC employees who are employed in a permanent part-time or full-time position. The officers of the Classified Council volunteer to serve for one year, representing all rights and interests of the Classified Staff of GBC. The Classified Council serves as an advisory group to the President of GBC. Great Basin College's service area has more than 120,000 residents, and approximately 3,500 of them enroll at GBC and its Centers and Satellite Siteseach semester. GBC students range in age from 16 to 90 and have a wide variety of interests. Some enroll in science courses and the liberal arts transfer programs while others take computer networks, business finance, real estate investments, or learn English as a second language. Our students gain valuable experience at GBC. Great Basin College wants to be your choice for higher education. GBC offers associate and baccalaureate level instruction in career and technical education and academic areas. About 3,800 students are enrolled online from across the country and on campuses and centers across 86,500 square miles, two time zones, and ten of Nevada's largest counties. We border Arizona, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and California. We are GBC! It is the policy, practice, and commitment to the accessibility of Great Basin College to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and state and local requirements regarding students with disabilities. Under these laws, no qualified individual with a disability shall be denied access to or participation in services, programs, and activities of Great Basin College. All services are at no cost to students and potential students of Great Basin College. An education at Great Basin College is one of the most potentially rewarding investments you may make in your lifetime, and it can be more affordable than you imagine.GBC has many resources to assist you in funding your studies. The most desirable forms of financial aid for students are scholarships and federal grants, which do not need to be repaid. Another option is a federal student loan, which will need to be repaid with interest. Veterans may be entitled to additional benefits. View full university

Columbia Basin College (CBC) is a public community college serving the Tri-Cities and surrounding communities since 1955. CBC's mission is to inspire, educate, and support all students in an environment of academic excellence leading to the completion of degrees, certifications, and educational transfers, while fostering meaningful employment, engaged citizenship, and a life-long joy of learning. CBC offers both two and four-year degrees and one-year Certificates. Bachelor of Applied Science degrees is offered in Applied Management, Applied Management in Agriculture or Healthcare Administration, Cyber Security, Dental Hygiene, Information Technology, and Project Management. CBC also offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Columbia Basin College inspires, educates, and supports all students in an academic excellence environment, leading to the completion of degrees, certifications, and educational transfers, while fostering meaningful employment, engaged citizenship, and a life-long joy of learning. Columbia Basin College will be the educational home that transforms students' lives through economic and social mobility and strengthens the communities we serve by meeting our region and state's ever-changing educational needs. Our priority is to work collaboratively to ensure student learning, success, and completion in an environment of open inquiry, respect, critical thinking, and creativity. We strive to create community and belonging where students mature and develop intellectually, emotionally, ethically, and physically both inside and outside the classroom. We provide excellent teaching and services through a theory-driven and data-informed culture of innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement of performance, and a commitment to professional growth and development for all employees. We celebrate diversity in all its forms, and we believe that our many unique perspectives make us stronger. Diversity among our team enriches our institution and our students' experience. We are dedicated to eliminating barriers to success through intentional and equitable efforts to provide quality learning opportunities. We consciously practice and model broad-based sustainability for our students and our communities by balancing economic, societal, and environmental factors when considering campus development of facilities, processes, programs, and curricula. We create a healthy environment that encourages physical and emotional wellness and enjoyment of learning. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution, we received federal funds to construct the new Math Center to aid all students with their math studies. With a $3 million donation from Kadlec Regional Medical Center, we opened the CBC Wortman Medical Science Center in Richland to support CBC health science programs and provide a residency for medical students with a working medical clinic. For the future, CBC is partnering with the Port of Kennewick and the City of Kennewick to construct a culinary institute to go with the city's wine village project. View full university