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Tyler Junior College

Telephone
903-510-2200
Location
1327 S Baxter Ave
Tyler
TX
75701
US

Founded in 1926, Tyler Junior College (TJC) is a comprehensive, state-assisted public institution offering degrees through the baccalaureate level.

The formal opening held in the Tyler High School auditorium on September 17, 1926 with 93 students attending. Tyler Superintendent G.O. Clough was named the first president of the College and TJC was one of the early junior colleges established in Texas. At the time there were less than 300 such institutions in the United States. In its inaugural year, the College had nine faculty members and conferred degrees on nine graduates.

Today, TJC is one of the largest community colleges in Texas. With 312 full time faculty members, and 355 part-time faculty members, approximately 12,270 students enrolled per semester, and 1187 degrees/certificates awarded in May, TJC is the only community college in Texas to offer a Bachelor of Science degree in dental hygiene.

For 92 years, TJC has embodied the true sense of the term “community college,” as reflected in its foundational promises to provide students with a quality education, a vibrant student life and opportunities for service to the community. With more than 130 degree and certificate programs, plus extensive training and technical programs, TJC is the best first step for any student, whether they plan to transfer to a four-year institution or gain the skills they need to go directly into the workforce. When students step onto the 145-acre main campus, they are immediately part of the TJC experience, which includes: rigorous academics, 60 national championships in athletics, stellar fine and performing arts programs, modern residential facilities, and organizations and clubs that reflect student diversity. Additionally, dual enrollment programs and early college high schools are offered in partnership with area high schools. More than 2,600 high school students are earning college credit each year while in high school because of dual enrollment opportunities at TJC.

TJC faculty and students consistently excel in their respective fields, and this history of excellence has focused national recognition on the College and has earned the respect of its peers. In 2016 and 2018, the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program named TJC as one of the nation’s top 150 community colleges from over 1,108 schools nationwide. This prestigious award honors those institutions that strive for and achieve exceptional levels of success for all students, while they are in college and after they graduate.

TJC has produced more than nine decades of exceptional graduates, including: a former deputy director of the CIA, Grammy and Academy Award-winners, playwrights, actors and actresses, professional athletes, an Olympic gold medalist, prominent political figures, health care specialists, educators, and business professionals. In a recent survey of current students, 75 percent said TJC was their first choice for college, and 94 percent said they would choose TJC again based on their experience so far.

The community’s generosity led to the founding of the College in 1926. Thanks to the wonderful, ongoing support from the community, alumni, parents, students, and friends of this great institution, TJC has flourished for 92 years and had record enrollment in Fall 2018 of over 12,000. As it looks to the future, TJC will continue to expand opportunities for student success and reinforce its role as The College of East Texas.

Mission Statement
To provide a comprehensive collegiate experience that is anchored in the rich traditions of a quality education, vibrant student life and community service.

Vision Statement
To be a premier institution of higher education recognized for its academic and workforce programs, student life and community engagement.

 

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