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  • Over 3,000 Incoming Students and Parents Welcomed at Fall 2025 Orientation

    Over 3,000 Incoming Students and Parents Welcomed at Fall 2025 Orientation

    FORT PIERCE, Fla. (August 14, 2025) – Over 3,000 new students turned out at Indian River State College as it proudly welcomed its incoming class during New Student Orientation, continuing the College’s tradition of providing accessible, high-quality education to students across the Treasure Coast region. Many of these students will graduate debt-free through the College’s successful Promise Program.

    Indian River State College President Dr. Timothy E. Moore, faculty, employees, and dignitaries celebrated the start of a new academic year with incoming students and families. The orientation featured an engaging atmosphere with various activities helping new students connect with peers and prepare them for their college journey.

    A group of students wearing name badges and lanyards walk together outdoors on the Indian River State College campus during new student orientation. They are smiling and talking as they head down a sunlit sidewalk lined with grass and trees, with a blue-roofed pavilion in the background.
    New Student Orientation was in full swing on Day 1 as incoming students explored the campus before starting their college journey together.

    Key Highlights:

    • Strong Enrollment: Over 16,000 students have registered for Fall 2025, demonstrating continued confidence in Indian River State College’s educational value
    • Promise Program Impact: 2,000+ high school graduates from the Class of 2025 committed to attend Indian River State College tuition-free through the Promise Program, which removes financial barriers for students pursuing Associate Degrees
    • Sustained Growth: Indian River State College continues to buck national trends with robust enrollment while many colleges nationwide face declining student numbers
    • First-Generation Success: Over 50% of registered students are the first in their family to attend college, reflecting The River’s commitment to expanding educational access.

    While college enrollment challenges persist nationwide due to rising costs and financial aid complexities, Indian River State College remains a beacon of accessible higher education in Florida.

    “We are thrilled to welcome another outstanding class to Indian River State College,” said Dr. Timothy E. Moore. “This strong enrollment reflects our continued commitment to innovative, accessible education that transforms lives and strengthens our community. Through programs like Promise, we are ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent students from achieving their dreams and contributing to our community’s future.”

    “The sustained trust families place in Indian River State College, even amid national higher education challenges, demonstrates the exceptional value we provide here at The River,” said Vice President for Student Success Beth Gaskin. “Our students choose Indian River State College because they know we deliver quality education that leads to meaningful careers and seamless university transfer opportunities.”

    Indian River State College serves more than 24,000 students annually in Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River, and Okeechobee Counties, offering over 130 programs leading to Bachelor’s Degrees, Associate Degrees, Technical Certificates, Applied Technology Diplomas, and Career Training programs.

    The Indian River State College Promise Program is a philanthropy-driven, “last dollar” tuition-paid program sponsored by the Indian River State College Foundation and funded through generous donor philanthropy, covering any remaining tuition costs after financial aid and scholarships have been applied to make Associate degrees accessible to qualifying high school graduates in Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, and St. Lucie counties.

    For more information about Indian River State College and its programs, visit https://irsc.edu/.

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    About Indian River State College: Indian River State College, serving Florida’s Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River, and Okeechobee counties, offers high-quality, affordable education to 23,000 students annually through traditional and online courses. The College provides over 130 programs leading to bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, technical certificates, and applied technology diplomas. To learn more, visit irsc.edu.

  • Dental Hygiene Students Achieve 100% Certification Pass Rate

    Dental Hygiene Students Achieve 100% Certification Pass Rate

    Five-Year Track Record of Exceeding State and National Benchmarks

    FORT PIERCE, Fla. (Aug. 7, 2025) – Indian River State College’s 2025 Dental Hygiene graduating class achieved a 100% certification pass rate, continuing the program’s strong track record of student success. Over the past five years, the college’s Dental Hygiene program has maintained strong outcomes with a 98% graduation rate, 98% certification pass rate, and 96% employment rate, all above state and national averages for dental hygiene programs.

    A dental hygiene student wearing protective gear, gloves, and magnifying loupes performs a cleaning on a patient in a clinical lab setting at Indian River State College.
    A dental hygiene student practices clinical skills during a hands-on training session with a patient under faculty supervision.

    “This 100% pass rate reflects what we see every day – students who come in eager to learn and leave as confident professionals ready to make a difference in their patients’ lives,” said Anna Hubbard, Dean of Health Sciences at Indian River State College. “With our faculty and facilities, they get hands-on experience with the latest technology while learning from instructors who are invested in their success.”

    The program’s focus on quality education extends beyond the classroom throughthe college’s Dental Clinic, where students gain practical experience while providing preventive dental services, including cleanings, to patients of all ages. These services are offered at reduced prices under the supervision of experienced, licensed faculty.

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    A young patient beams with excitement during a visit, supported by dental hygiene students gaining real-world experience in patient care.

    “The clinic serves as a bridge between our students’ education and the community’s oral health needs,” said Anna DaCosta, Dental Hygiene Program Director. “Patients receive quality preventative care at affordable rates while our students apply their learning in real-world settings that benefit everyone involved.”

    The dental hygiene field continues to show strong demand on the Treasure Coast, offering graduates career opportunities in private practices, public health settings, and educational institutions.

    For more information about Indian River State College’s Dental Hygiene program, visit irsc.edu/program/dental-hygiene/. To schedule an appointment at the Indian River State College Dental Clinic for preventative services, call 772-462-7524.

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    About Indian River State College: Indian River State College, serving Florida’s Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River, and Okeechobee counties, offers high-quality, affordable education to 23,000 students annually through traditional and online courses. The College provides over 130 programs leading to bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, technical certificates, and applied technology diplomas. To learn more, visit irsc.edu.