El Centro College

El Centro College

El Centro College opened its doors in 1966, serving students from all parts of Dallas County, Texas. A Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), the college is a member of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and was the first college in the Dallas County Community College District to offer a nursing program. The college has since established relationships with hospitals in the Dallas area. In its 50-year existence, El Centro has grown from one campus into several locations across the Dallas metro area. In 2011, El Centro College became an Achieving the Dream College. Achieving the Dream is a national nonprofi t dedicated to helping community college students β€” particularly low-income students and students of color β€” succeed.

β€œFor 50 years, El Centro has served as the fi rst college in the seven-college district, graduating its fi rst class of students in 1968. We have had the privilege of providing a superior education to the citizens of Dallas and beyond. A quality education, and the responsibility of preparing our students for their future, is our priority. We are committed to providing a learning environment that is challenging and supportive of student personal interests and needs.”

β€” Dr. JosΓ© Adames
President, El Centro College