It is the mission of Grand Rapids Community College to provide the community with learning opportunities that enable people to achieve their goals. Grand Rapids Community College is a vibrant institution of higher education dedicated to enriching people’s lives and contributing to the vitality of the community.

In Fall 2008, more than 15,000 students enrolled in more than 1,900 liberal arts and occupational courses. The diverse student body represents students from Kent and surrounding counties as well as students from across the U.S. and 22 other nations. Another 10,000 learners are served by non-credit instructional opportunities. In addition to traditional classroom environments, students may also receive instruction through community and distant service-learning offerings, seminars, workshops, training classes, distance learning options and other educational formats. GRCC employs a faculty of more than 250 full-time and 350 part-time members as well as a staff of 650, all of whom are focused on the College’s priorities to be student-centered, collaborative, and flexible. Throughout its 90-year history of academic excellence, GRCC has maintained a solid reputation as a premier transfer institution and is nationally recognized for both its liberal arts and occupational programs.

Grand Rapids Community College
143 Bostwick NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Phone: 616-234-GRCC
www.grcc.edu