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.
Earn a degree or certificate online—anytime, anywhere—with Kilgore College’s flexible and convenient ONLINE PROGRAMS. Study on your schedule and complete assignments at your own pace while meeting course deadlines.
The East Texas Oil Museum at Kilgore College will celebrate its 45th anniversary on Friday, Oct. 3, with special programming and discounted admission. The celebration also marks the 95th anniversary of the Daisy Bradford No. 3 discovery well, which launched the East Texas Oil Boom and reshaped the region’s history. Kilgore College itself was established […]
Kilgore College student and Phi Theta Kappa officer Ruddy Morales was awarded the prestigious Dr. Mary Hood Star Scholarship during the 2025 Phi Theta Kappa Texas Honors Institute, held July 13 at Texas Lutheran University. Morales, a computer information systems major, was recognized for his leadership, academic excellence and service to both campus and community. […]