September 2, 2022

FGC Named on 2023 Best Community Colleges in America List

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Florida Gateway College has been ranked by Niche.com among the Best Community Colleges in America.

On the list of more than 900 community colleges across the country, FGC ranked No. 56 for Best Community Colleges and was ranked No. 20 among the Best Online Colleges in America. In addition, FGC holds the No. 3 spot for both Best Community Colleges in Florida and Best Online Colleges in Florida.

“The students are always our top priority,” said FGC President Dr. Lawrence Barrett. “The faculty and staff work every day to make FGC a welcoming and rewarding environment for our students, and being ranked among the best colleges in the nation shows that the hard work pays off.”

The rankings, compiled by Niche.com, use statistical analysis of data from resources such as the U.S. Department of Education and The National Science Foundation to determine which institutions offer their students the best college experience. Factors considered include cost of attendance, graduation rates, employment after graduation, diversity, and more. This data is combined with student reviews to give a comprehensive depiction of each college’s offerings.

“It is always nice to be recognized for the work Florida Gateway College does to serve our community and students,” said Dr. Paula Gavin, FGC Vice President of Academic Affairs. “To be ranked among the best in the nation, and our state, is representative of the hard work done and dedication of our faculty and staff.  I look forward to continuing our mission of providing the excellent level of education our students deserve.”

Florida Gateway College strives to create the fullest college experience for its students through state-of-the-art facilities, the highest-quality faculty, and affordable tuition. This, combined with exciting campus life offerings, from clubs and athletics to festivals and theatre, makes FGC one of the best choices for students looking to further their education and achieve their professional and personal goals.

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