Public community college serving five East Texas counties with 130+ programs and a 22:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
Trinity Valley Community College offers a comprehensive range of educational pathways designed to promote student success. The college provides Occupational Skills Awards, Certificates of Completion, Associate of Arts (AA), Associate of Arts in Music (AAM), and Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees, along with two bachelor's degrees in Nursing and Teaching. With over 130 programs, TVCC serves students seeking workforce entry, career advancement, or transfer to four-year institutions. Transfer programs are built in cooperation with state colleges and universities to ensure course transferability and alignment with upper-level degree requirements.
TVCC operates six public campuses: the main Athens campus in Henderson County, Palestine campus in Anderson County, Kaufman City Campus, Terrell Campus, and specialized facilities including the Health Science Center in Terrell and a TDCJ (Texas Department of Criminal Justice) unit. The college serves a rural setting and maintains a strong athletics program with seven sports plus eSports. The Office of Student Life provides educational events, social and recreational activities, and leadership opportunities to foster student engagement and community connection.
TVCC welcomes students through multiple pathways including dual credit programs for high school students, adult and continuing education, and career and corporate training. The college offers financial aid to 74% of first-year students and provides a Net Price Calculator to help prospective students understand costs. Campus visits and enrollment support services are available to guide students through the application and registration process.
TVCC has produced numerous professional athletes, including NFL players (Matt Bryant, John Randle, Al Harris, Rock Cartwright, and others) and NBA players (Shawn Kemp, Nick Van Exel, Betty Lennox). The college also counts sculptor James Surls and former Texas Commissioner of Agriculture Todd Staples among its notable alumni and affiliates, demonstrating the breadth of career pathways available to graduates.