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From Self-Doubt to Confidence: How MC's GED Program Changes Lives

One of the most powerful changes we witness in the GED program at Midland College happens right after a student passes their first test. That moment frequently marks a shift from self-doubt to belief. Confidence begins to grow, participation increases, and students start to see themselves as capable learners. From there, progress becomes more attainable, both academically and personally.

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What Is a Mini-Mester? A Fast Track to College Credit at Midland College

If you're looking for a faster, more focused way to earn college credit, a mini-mester might be exactly what you need. A mini-mester is a short academic term that allows students to complete coursework in an accelerated timeframe. Instead of taking a full 15-week semester, students focus on one core class and complete it in just three weeks.

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Supporting Student Veterans Through Every Step of Their Journey at Midland College

At MC, our Veterans Services program is built around one simple goal: making sure student veterans and military-connected students are supported from the moment they walk through our doors to the day they complete their goals.

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Midland College Selected for Statewide Data-to-Action Grant Supporting Parenting Students

Midland College has been selected as a recipient of the Data-to-Action for Parenting Students at Texas Colleges & Universities Grant Program (D2ATX), a statewide initiative led by the Urban Institute, a nationally recognized research organization based in Washington, D.C., dedicated to advancing evidence-based solutions that improve economic and social well-being. The program is designed to strengthen support for student parents through improved data collection and informed decision-making.

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Midland College Invites Community to Annual Career Fair on April 16

Midland College is excited to welcome students, graduates, and community members for its Annual Career Fair on Thursday, April 16, 2026. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Al G. Langford Chaparral Center and is free and open to the public.