Start at COM

Start at COM
Start at COM
Explore what COM has to offer
Prepare for a university, new career or promotion. COM offers choices including on-campus
courses, online programs, study abroad trips and college classes for high school students.
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Ready to Get Started?
Follow the three steps below to learn how to Apply to COM, Register for Classes, and
Pay for College.
Step 1:
Get Started at COM
Select what type of student you are and learn what you need to do to apply.
First Time in College
Student who has never attended a college or university.
New College Student
I want to take courses for college credit and am new to college.
New International Student
You live in another country, and you want to come to the U.S. to take college classes.
New Dual Credit Student
I want to receive college credit at COM and credit for courses in high school.
Former Student
Previously attended COM more than a year ago.
Readmit/Returning Student
I took classes at College of the Mainland before, but I have not registered for classes
during the past year.
Transfer Student
Completed coursework at another college or university.
Transfer Student
I am transferring from another college or university to College of the Mainland
Transfer International Student
I am in the U.S. on an F-1 visa and want to transfer to College of the Mainland
International Student
Live in another country, and want to take classes at COM.
New International Student
You live in another country, and you want to come to the U.S. to take college classes.
Step 2:
Registration
Meet with an Academic Advisor
How to Register Online
Step 3:
Paying for College
How much will it cost?
Financial Aid
Scholarships
Promise Scholarship
Payment Plans
Military Benefits
Upcoming Important Dates
Last Day to Register Online for Spring 2026 16-week and 1st 8-week Sessions by Midnight
Jan. 11, 2026
Last Day to Register for Spring 2026 2nd 8-wk session Online
March 15, 2026
Summer and Fall 2026 Registration Begins
April 7, 2026
Last Day to Register for May 2026 Mini Session
May 8, 2026
See All Dates
Questions? We're here to help.
We know applying to college can be confusing. At College of the Mainland, you have
a whole team of enrollment coaches to guide you through the application process.
Visit our Enrollment Management Office
1200 N. Amburn Rd., Texas City, TX 77591
Doyle Family Administration Building
First floor, Suite 117-00
Click here for
campus map
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409-933-8286
outreach@com.edu
Additional Resources
Course Catalog
TSI Prep
Meningitis Vaccination Requirement
Residency Information
What if I need my GED
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