College of the Mainland (COM)
- 1200 Amburn Road
- Texas City, TX 77591
- OPEID College Code: 00709600
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- General Phone: (409) 938-1211
- President: Micheal Elam
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Small Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 3,521
- College Alias: COM, Com

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College of the Mainland - Details
College of the Mainland Campus Map
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Must Complete Preparation at Another Institution
- Website
- www.com.edu

- Mission Statement
- College of the Mainland, a comprehensive community college, is an accessible, affordable learner-centered institution dedicated to student success serving the mainland area of Galveston County and beyond.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - COM Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Rural-Serving Medium
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Medium Two-Year
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.com.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: COM Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 45%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | - | 29% | 13% | 13% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $1,500 | $2,907 | $985 | $1,015 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2008-09 | 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $911 | $911 | $863 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $1,727 | $1,727 | $1,655 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $2,495 | $2,495 | $2,423 |
| Books and Supplies | $833 | $833 | $800 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,665 | $5,665 | $5,442 |
| Other Expenses | $2,472 | $2,472 | $2,374 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,472 | $2,472 | $2,374 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $1,744 | $1,744 | $1,663 |
| In-State | $2,560 | $2,560 | $2,455 |
| Out of State | $3,328 | $3,328 | $3,223 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $9,881 | $9,881 | $9,479 |
| In-State | $10,697 | $10,697 | $10,271 |
| Out of State | $11,465 | $11,465 | $11,039 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $4,216 | $4,216 | $4,037 |
| In-State | $5,032 | $5,032 | $4,829 |
| Out of State | $5,800 | $5,800 | $5,597 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 3,521 Undergraduate: 3,521
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,360 Female: 2,161
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,360 Female: 2,161
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,059 Part-Time: 2,462
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,059 Part-Time: 2,462
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 5 | 0.1% |
| American Indian | 27 | 0.8% |
| Black | 625 | 18% |
| Asian | 78 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 711 | 20% |
| White | 2,013 | 57% |
| Unknown | 62 | 2% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 564 | 16% |
| Ages 18-19 | 712 | 20% |
| Ages 20-21 | 464 | 13% |
| Ages 22-24 | 487 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 474 | 13% |
| Ages 30-34 | 287 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 209 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 221 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 93 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 10 | 0.3% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 497 | 371 | 126 |
| Faculty Status | 213 | 108 | 105 |
| Tenured Faculty | 69 | 69 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 205 | 100 | 105 |
| Primarily Instruction | 205 | 100 | 105 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 47 | 46 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 77 | 71 | 6 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 168 | 154 | 14 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 87 | 77 | 10 |
| Skilled Crafts | 7 | 7 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 33 | 33 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $50,731 (29) | $54,090 (10) | $48,963 (19) |
| Professor | $60,257 (4) | $57,554 (3) | $68,365 (1) |
| Associate Professor | $49,684 (12) | $55,991 (3) | $47,581 (9) |
| Assistant Professor | $48,767 (13) | $50,066 (4) | $48,190 (9) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $64,646 (71) | $66,315 (34) | $63,112 (37) |
| Professor | $73,490 (22) | $73,930 (14) | $72,720 (8) |
| Associate Professor | $62,686 (22) | $65,408 (11) | $59,965 (11) |
| Assistant Professor | $59,036 (27) | $55,579 (9) | $60,765 (18) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $52,266 (100) | $54,220 (44) | $50,731 (56) |
| Professor | $60,149 (26) | $59,971 (17) | $60,484 (9) |
| Associate Professor | $50,723 (34) | $54,047 (14) | $48,396 (20) |
| Assistant Professor | $48,454 (40) | $46,887 (13) | $49,209 (27) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 53%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 41%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 8% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 6% |
| Female | 9% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 4% |
| Asian | 25% |
| Hispanic | 11% |
| White | 7% |
| Unknown | 14% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Drug Related | 1 | 1 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Vehicle Theft | - | 1 |
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