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Spring Classes Start January 20th and February 17th
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Thursday, December18th, 5-6:00PM
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In-person, Portsmouth Campus
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What Sets Great Bay Apart
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.
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.
Career & Workforce Programs
Academic programs, certificates and short-term training designed to prepare you for direct entry into the workforce. The Business & Training Center also offers in-demand online and on-campus courses and customized corporate training for employers.
State of the Art Facilities
Our campus includes designated lab spaces for life sciences, nursing, veterinary technology, computer technology, surgical technology and information systems technology. Our campus offers high tech classrooms and ample space for students to study and gather.
Athletics
Teams include men’s basketball and baseball and women’s basketball, volleyball as well as men’s and women’s golf, and men’s and women’s track and field. GBCC is a member of the Yankee Small College Conference (YSCC) within the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA). In 2025 the men’s basketball team won the YCC Conference Championship.
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It may be closer than you think!
Great Bay now has a new Transfer Equivalency System that makes it easy to check how your college credits or professional experience may transfer into a GBCC program.
It’s a simple way to see where you stand—and to take the next step toward your goals.
Have questions or need help getting started?
📧 Email [email protected]
Start this January!
Learn more: greatbay.edu/enrollnow
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Great Bay Community College has proudly hosted the Manchester Community College Foundation LNA Training Program on our Portsmouth campus for the past five years. In that time, 23 LNA cohorts have trained here, preparing 130 students who are now working in long-term care facilities, hospitals, assisted living communities, and home health agencies across the Seacoast.
This partnership continues to strengthen the local healthcare workforce and support students in beginning meaningful careers in patient care.
Learn more about the LNA Training Program: https://bit.ly/4rNPwVq
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“I got married, had kids,” she shared. “I had to sacrifice. I let my kids go to school first.”
Arielle has spent years working multiple jobs while supporting her family. She is now embracing the opportunity to focus on herself and her goals.
Her son graduated from Great Bay in 2018 before transferring to SNHU to earn his BA. Today, Arielle feels that same pride working toward her own diploma as she felt watching William receive his.
Read Arielle’s full story: https://www.greatbay.edu/meet-gbcc-student-arielle-pilot/
Are you ready to put your college education back on track? Join us for an upcoming Adult Learner Info Night at our Portsmouth Campus:
* December 18th, 5-6:00 PM
* January 15th, 5-6:00 PM
* February 12th, 5-6:00 PM
No Registration necessary. For more information:
[email protected] or 603-427-7632
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Students, faculty, staff, and families enjoyed story time, arts & crafts, seasonal treats, and a visit from Santa and his elf.
Here are a few photos from tonight’s event!
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At 22, Brandon is graduating this month from Great Bay Community College with an associate degree in Criminal Justice and a certificate in Homeland Security. After trying both a four-year college and a large state university, he found the affordability, flexibility, and small class sizes he needed to thrive right here at Great Bay.
His next goal is to begin a career in law enforcement, a calling he has carried since childhood.
Read Brandon’s full story: https://bit.ly/4oI9EFS
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At Great Bay, many students find the fresh start and support they need to stay on track. Our courses transfer to UNH and many other colleges and universities, helping you keep your long-term goals in sight.
Whether you want smaller classes, more affordable tuition, extra support like tutoring, or time to explore new programs, Great Bay can help you reset and move forward with confidence.
Start this January and take ownership of your education.
Join us at an upcoming Open House:
https://bit.ly/48yqUbF
Or connect with Admissions to get started:
[email protected]
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