Bristol Community College named to Military Friendly School’s list
Bristol Community College has received a silver designation as a military friendly school for 2025-2026. According to a community announcement, this recognition is part of the upcoming G.I. Jobs Magazine issue, which highlights institutions that support military personnel, veterans, and their families.
The Military Friendly School list, compiled by Viqtory, evaluates schools based on their efforts to assist military students in their educational journeys. The evaluation process includes public data and responses from a proprietary survey completed by the college. The Military Friendly Advisory Council, composed of independent leaders in higher education and military recruitment, helped establish the criteria and methodology for the ratings.
Bristol Community College’s Joseph A. Marshall Veterans Center serves as a central hub for veterans seeking educational benefits, academic counseling, and job placement assistance. The center also organizes veteran-specific job fairs and recruitment activities to support students transitioning to civilian careers.
The Military Friendly School designation is awarded to institutions that meet specific thresholds for student retention, graduation rates, job placement, loan repayment, persistence, and loan default rates. These metrics are crucial for assessing the success of all students, particularly veterans.
Bristol Community College has a long history of serving the region, offering over 119 career and transfer programs. The college provides flexible online courses that lead to associate degrees, career-ready certificates, or transfer opportunities to four-year institutions. Its Business Solutions & Partnerships division offers customized training for local businesses and community members.
The college also features the National Offshore Wind Institute, which provides training and certifications for the growing offshore wind industry. Bristol Community College emphasizes student success and lifelong learning, aiming to reduce barriers to educational access.
As one of the largest employers in the area, Bristol is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in beliefs, cultures, languages, abilities, and lifestyles. The college is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and continues to be a vital resource for education and workforce development in the region. For more details on the Military Friendly School list, visit www.militaryfriendly.com/2025-2026-mfs.
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