We welcome the responsibility to respond to the educational needs of our community by providing an outstanding learning environment supported by excellent instruction and services. We achieve this by creating an atmosphere that fosters life-long learning, responsible citizenship, and progressive leadership in a dynamic community.We envision MS Gulf Coast Community College as a world-class educational institution. Using appropriate technologies and showcase facilities we will deliver flexible, market-responsive programs of the highest quality. Our vision will be realized through outstanding employees who adhere to high standards of excellence while working in partnership with our community. The institutional purpose is to develop the cultural, intellectual, and character resources of the people of this area, point the way to an economic livelihood based on natural resources, and promote responsible citizenship.