Indian River State College has earned a statewide and national reputation for excellence. Dedicated to each student's success, IRSC offers over 100 programs leading to Bachelor's Degrees, Associate Degrees, Technical Certificates, and Applied Technology Diplomas. Continuing a 57-year tradition of responsiveness to community needs, IRSC is committed to advancing the educational, cultural, career training, workforce, and economic development of its surrounding area.
Combining quality and affordability, IRSC was honored as a Top Three Finalist with Distinction for the Aspen Prize for Excellence out of more than 1,000 colleges nationwide and repeatedly ranked as the 3rd Most Affordable College in the country by the U.S. Department of Education.
Signifying a strong commitment to student success and college completion, IRSC is one of the nation's only colleges to earn the Achieving the Dream™ Leader College designation.
IRSC is an equal access, equal opportunity educational institution welcoming students without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other factor protected under applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws, rules or regulations. IRSC strives to maintain a barrier-free environment, which reflects our inclusive community spirit and mission.
The open-door policy in force at the College guarantees that anyone who holds a high school or high school equivalency diploma will be admitted to the College. Close cooperation among the administration and faculty, a collegial atmosphere of open communication, and concern for the student's overall success allow IRSC to give its students a high-quality education at a reasonable cost. Also, many financial aids and scholarship programs are readily available to eligible students.
High school students who wish to get a head start on College can discover new challenges and broaden their experience through IRSC's Dual Enrollment and Early Admissions Programs. Most area high school graduates take their first steps toward plans at IRSC. Over 70% of the region's college-bound high school seniors attend IRSC following graduation. Persons already established in careers attend IRSC to expand their skills and retrain for new positions. Area residents 50 and over pursue their interests through the Lifelong Learning Institute.
The region's comprehensive educational provider, state-designated career and technical center, and cultural hub, IRSC has a reputation for quality that inspires over 30,000 people to enroll in classes each year. Linking Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, and St. Lucie counties, IRSC offers a wide range of degree and certificate programs, including Baccalaureate Degrees, Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, and Associate in Applied Science degrees, as well as shorter-term certificate and Adult Education programs. The College strives to provide its students with a maximum of educational choices programs offered not only for students who plan to pursue a Bachelor's Degree program and upper-division studies but also for students who wish to pursue careers immediately upon completing a shorter-term Associate Degree and Technical Certificate programs.
With its community in mind, IRSC provides a comprehensive and diverse curriculum for students who want to take classes to expand their interests and enhance specific job skills. The Division of Arts & Sciences, Communications & Social Sciences, Advanced Technology, Business Technology, Health Sciences, Public Service Education, Industrial Education, and Developmental Education emphasizes academic excellence combined with "real world" experience, providing IRSC graduates with outstanding preparation for 21st Century careers.
As a leader in education and innovation, Indian River State College transforms lives by offering high-quality, affordable, and accessible education to the residents of Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, and St. Lucie counties through traditional and online delivery. IRSC is a comprehensive college accredited to award Baccalaureate Degrees, Associate Degrees, and Career and Technical Certificates. We commit to:
- Sustain a learning environment that stimulates the intellect and inspires the imagination.
- Provide a comprehensive support system for academic and career success.
- Advance cultural awareness and appreciation of diversity.
- Stimulate economic growth.
- Develop a highly-skilled workforce.
- Create partnerships to foster economic development and expand opportunities.
- Provide cultural enrichment and lifelong learning.
- Promote civic responsibility and community engagement.
- Treat all students, employees, and community members fairly and with respect.
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