KC’s Core Curriculum consists of 42 semester credit hours that will transfer to any public college or university in Texas.
A core curriculum is defined by the state of Texas as “curriculum in the liberal arts, humanities, sciences, political, social, and cultural history, that all graduates of an institution of higher education are required to complete before receiving a baccalaureate degree.”
After completing the core, a student may need only 18 additional semester credit hours to receive an Associate of Arts or an Associate of Science degree.
Kilgore College
Texas Tech
Abilene Christian Univ.
Texas A&M
Univ. of Texas at El Paso
Univ. of North Texas
Stephen F. Austin State
Univ. of Texas at Austin
Univ. Texas Arlington
Texas Christian Univ.
Sam Houston State Univ.
Texas A&M Univ. Corpus Christi
Disclaimer: This map highlights select colleges and universities to which Kilgore College students commonly transfer. It does not represent a complete list of all possible transfer destinations. Locations are approximate and intended for general reference only.
The Kilgore College campus is surprisingly beautiful—like a hidden gem in East Texas that gives off serious university vibes. With its stately brick buildings, tree-lined walkways, and well-kept green spaces, it feels more like a small university than a junior college. Whether you’re walking past the iconic Rangerette gym or relaxing under the oaks, the whole place has an inviting, collegiate charm that’s both inspiring and down-to-earth.
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Kilgore College’s TRIO Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) will host a series of “FAFSA Palooza” events in October to help students and families complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The sessions are free and open to the public. EOC specialists will be available to provide one-on-one assistance with the 2026-27 FAFSA. FAFSA Palooza […]
Kilgore College will celebrate its 90th anniversary with a community ceremony at 9 a.m. Monday, Sept. 15, on the west side of the Pedestrian Bridge on the Kilgore campus. The program will include remarks from KC leaders along with city and county officials, as well as musical selections from KC Connection. Attendees will also receive […]