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Academic Excellence

Over fifty degree and certificate programs in healthcare, business, STEM, and liberal arts taught by credentialed faculty with years of experience in higher education and industry.

Support to Succeed

Admissions counselors, academic advisors, tutors and staff members from our award winning Center for Academic Planning and Support (CAPS) working one-on-one to ensure student success.

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Transfer Pathways

Transfer agreements with other Colleges and Universities in New Hampshire and beyond and transfer advisors to work one-on-one to help you with the process. Great Bay is one of the largest transfer feeder schools to the University of New Hampshire.

2 Campuses

The main campus is in Portsmouth, NH at the Pease Tradeport and the second is located in Rochester, NH.

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State of the Art Facilities

The campus in Rochester includes advanced manufacturing, CNC, NDT and welding labs outfitted with equipment used in industry. The Portsmouth campus includes designated lab spaces for life sciences, nursing, veterinary technology, computer technology, surgical technology and information systems technology. Both campuses offer high tech classrooms and ample space for students to study and gather.

5 Athletic Teams

Teams include men’s basketball and baseball and women’s basketball, volleyball and softball as well as men’s and women’s golf. GBCC is a member of the Yankee Small College Conference (YSCC) within the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA).

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If I could identify one thing that made a difference, it would be Great Bay. I talk all the time about how much Great Bay changed my life and gave me a huge foundation. I am incredibly grateful for my time there.

John Woelflein, GBCC Alum, Graduate, Harvard University

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Spread the word....

Save the Date for our April Open House where you'll hear and see all that is available to you right here at GBCC.

Over 50 programs
Transfer pathways to bachelor degree programs
Training to go directly from program to career
Financial Aid, Scholarships, classes that work with your schedule
A full campus life and a community ready to support you!

Learn more: http://bit.ly/43fqrsF

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Great Bay Community College3 days ago

Most jobs are found through connections, not websites. Hear from young professionals about making connections in the community that will help you in your career. They are recent college grads and understand breaking out into the world of work. Attend a session and get valuable networking tips! For more information: [email protected] 603.427.7699

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Great Bay Community College4 days ago

So grateful to Holly for recognizing the talents of our students. We love hearing that they are learning and at the same time, able to help support Gather's important mission!

"I wanted to share these photos of our student workers in action. Devin has been a wonderful addition in our GBCC kitchen. He is a tremendous help with our cafe operations and has picked up a wealth of skills...From learning how to wrap egg rolls and make a killer soup, he's just the best!

Today I set out to make a gumbo. Kelli stepped up to the plate ready to slice sausage and chop veggies....I am so incredibly proud of her for learning not just how to make a whole dish; but also, her ability to provide 67 nourishing complete meals to go back to our pantry and after-hours fridge.

Thank you so much for these incredible student workers...It's such a privilege to be able to witness so much growth. - Holly, Gather Cafe

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Great Bay Community College4 days ago

Interested in Learning about a Career in Criminal Justice?
You Won’t Want to Miss This Event! Explore exciting career paths in criminal justice and learn about the training and degree needed to launch your career. Talk with industry professionals from the following organizations:

NH Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (FEMA)
United States Secret Service
NH Judicial Branch (court system)
NH Department of Corrections
NHSP- Marine Patrol
NH State Police
NH Army Nat’l Guard
Police Departments: Somersworth, Newmarket, Rochester
Essex County Sheriff’s Department (Corrections)
Shaheen & Gordon, Attorneys

GBCC students and high school students are welcome!

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Great Bay Community College5 days ago

It's been a busy first few days for students in the new Culinary Arts & Sustainable Foodways program, filled with Chef demonstrations, student practice, knife cutting instruction, guest speakers and more.

Taught by leading chefs at some of Portsmouth’s best-known restaurants, the program offers a unique opportunity to learn in the classroom and apply acquired skills in kitchens and restaurants through externships.

Learn more and be ready to start this fall at:
http://bit.ly/3ZHsPFe

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