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Thinking about a business degree but not sure where to start?

Great Bay Community College's Business Administration associate degree lets you explore marketing, management, accounting, finance and more while completing an affordable degree designed for transfer to four-year colleges and universities.

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Great news for Great Bay!

Our Analytics Associate Degree Program has been ranked #6 in the nation by TechGuide for 2026—for the second year in a row.

With flexible online courses, small class sizes, and hands-on learning, this program prepares students for in-demand careers in data analytics—or to transfer and continue their education.

With careers in data science growing rapidly, now is a great time to build skills that employers are looking for.

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Great Bay's Psychology associate degree program gives you a strong foundation while helping you explore where your interests could lead, including careers in counseling, social work, healthcare, education, business, and more.

Start with flexible and affordable courses. Build credits that transfer. Move forward with confidence.

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Great Bay Community College was featured in Portsmouth Patch this week ahead of Express Admissions Day on Tuesday, August 11.

As Director of Admissions Steve Gorman put it: "Many students make their college decision in the weeks leading up to the start of the semester. Express Admissions helps students quickly complete the process so they can secure the courses they want and begin the semester ready to succeed."

If that sounds like you, come see us Tuesday from 9 AM to 4 PM at our Portsmouth campus. Check in anytime before 2 PM for on-the-spot admissions, advising, and registration. Granite Edvance will also be on campus from 11 AM to 3 PM for free FAFSA support.

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Great Bay Community College Sets Express Admissions Day

Prospective students can get admissions, advising, and registration help in one visit at Great Bay on Aug. 11.

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Dr. Williams is busy in the Biology lab getting ready for fall classes. Are you?

There is still time to register at Great Bay. Stop by campus and our admissions and advising team will help you apply, complete placement assessment, and get registered, all in one visit. Fall Full Term courses begin August 31, with on-campus, online, Zoom, and hybrid options to fit nearly any schedule.

Not sure what you want to study? No problem. Great Bay offers 63 degree and certificate programs across healthcare, business, technology, the skilled trades, and more. Our advisors will work with you to find the right fit.

Come see us at 320 Corporate Drive in Portsmouth. We want you in class this fall.

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Congratulations to the newest graduates of Great Bay Community College's Massage Therapy program!

The majority of this graduating class have already been hired to work in the field, which speaks to both the quality of the program and the dedication of these students. Pictured with graduates is Massage Therapy Program Coordinator Martha Holland, who leads this hands-on, one-year certificate program.

Great Bay is now accepting students for the next Massage Therapy cohort starting September 29. The program prepares students for a career as a licensed massage therapist in New Hampshire, with hands-on clinical training and preparation for the MBLEx licensing exam.

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