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Why HCC?

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Each year more than 42,000 students pursue their goals at Hillsborough Community College. Our small class sizes, affordable tuition and guaranteed transferability to other state colleges and universities make HCC an ideal choice. With five different campuses, plus day, evening, and online classes, you can choose where and how you want to learn. 

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HCC offers more than 200 academic options. Whether you want to transfer and earn a bachelor's degree, get a great job or take a course for personal interest, HCC can help you make it happen! 

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With tuition up to 50% less than state universities, and a variety of scholarships, loans, grants and work-study programs available, your education is more affordable than ever. 

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HCC students enjoy fulfilling college experiences beyond the classroom, complete with sporting events, performing arts and a variety of clubs and organizations on each campus.

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Curious about what HCC has to offer or have questions about the application process? Connect with a recruitment team member, register for one of our upcoming in-person or online events, and start your HCC journey!

 

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Hillsborough Community College has five distinct campuses that serve the entire Tampa Bay area, creating a vibrant and diverse college experience. As an HCC student, you can take classes at whatever location is right for you.

 

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Hawk Testimonials

“Going back to school at an older age has meant everything to me. I wanted to prove to myself that I wasn’t the sullen teenager I was back in high school, and that if you truly apply yourself to the best of your abilities that, in fact, hard work will pay off. The past two years at HCC have changed the way I viewed education, and I realized that it truly isn’t as scary as I thought it to be. For someone who is perpetually scared of the unknown, this process was the most liberating and freeing experience that I could have ever dreamed of.”

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Jason Cameron Dance Graduate, Class of 2020

“I went back to HCC in the hopes that I would learn enough and have guidance from professors to switch careers. I imagined it was going to take me at least five years to gain enough experience to even think about an intern role as I felt like there are much more qualified candidates in the field. I could never have imagined that I would be able to cross off one of my life goals so soon nor that I would be offered so many advancement opportunities. I have master's and bachelor's degrees in music performance and have spent the last 10 years performing, but all it took was six months at HCC and an AS to really feel successful!”

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