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Dallas College

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www.dallascollege.eduDallas, TX, United States

Dallas College is a public community college system offering degrees, certificates, and workforce training.

Overview

Dallas College is a public, multi-campus community college system serving Dallas County with a broad portfolio of degrees, certificates, workforce training, and student resources. Since 1965, the college has focused on keeping Dallas County vibrant, growing, and economically viable by partnering with local business leaders, educational institutions, and civic and nonprofit organizations. The college serves about 125,000 students annually and offers 300+ academic and technical degrees and certificates. It emphasizes workforce development and career preparation for students, adult learners, and employers, and provides a range of services to support student success, lifelong learning, and community engagement across campuses and online.

Mission statement

Dallas College’s mission is to provide accessible, affordable higher education and workforce training to the Dallas County community through partnerships with business, industry, and civic organizations.

What we offer

Ascend Global Training Institute

Connects North Texas employers with skilled talent through training and direct hiring.

www.dallascollege.edu/business-industry/ascend-institute/

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses

Service

Empowering small business growth through coaching and resources.

www.dallascollege.edu/business-industry/gs10ksb/

WorkReadyU

Service

WorkReadyU provides free adult education and training to enhance employability and earn a GED.

www.dallascollege.edu/special-programs/workreadyu/

DART Student Pass

Service

Travel Easily Across Dallas with Free Public Transit.

www.dallascollege.edu/resources/dart-gopass/

Dallas College Supplier Development

Service

Empowering businesses through training, resources, and bid opportunities with Dallas College.

www.dallascollege.edu/business-industry/development/

Market segments

Market size by segment

Growth potential (CAGR)

Workforce development and employer partnerships

42.7 Billion USD8.9% CAGR

Programs that develop apprenticeships, internships, and employer-aligned skill-building to increase job placement and regional economic mobility.

Adult education and ESOL

317.56 Billion USD5.5% CAGR

Basic and continuing education programs including ESOL, vocational classroom and hands-on training, and pathway-focused instruction to improve employability and career advancement.

Supplier diversity and procurement readiness

1.5 Billion USD12% CAGR

Training, bidder registration, procurement navigation, and supplier network development to help businesses compete for institutional and public-sector contracts.

Small business development and entrepreneurship

60 Billion USD7.5% CAGR

Programs that provide startup assistance, compliance guidance, growth coaching, scaling support, and networking to help entrepreneurs start and expand small businesses.

Student mobility and transit access

5.1 Billion USD6.8% CAGR

Campus mobility programs providing free or subsidized public transit passes and mobile access to improve student access to classes and college services.

More information about our offering

Ascend Global Training Institute

Dallas College's Ascend Global Training Institute connects North Texas employers with skilled talent through customized training, talent development and direct hiring access. It partners with employers to recruit, train and place talent across technology, healthcare, manufacturing, construction, logistics, cybersecurity, aviation and aerospace, and business and finance. The institute provides a training catalog of 15 in-demand skill areas, and helps employers design tailored training plans while accessing state funding to cover costs. It also facilitates direct hiring of graduates to strengthen the regional workforce.

  • Tailor Training Plans And Secure Funding
    We assist employers in developing training plans tailored to their specific needs and facilitate access to funding programs that cover training expenses.
  • Hire Job-Ready Graduates Directly
    Our partnership enables employers to connect with graduates who are trained and ready to meet their workforce needs.
  • Strengthen Regional Workforce Dynamics
    We collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance workforce development and ensure alignment with regional employment needs.
  • Recruit And Place Skilled Talent
    We facilitate the recruitment of qualified candidates by matching trained individuals with employer needs in high-demand fields.
  • Access Broad Training Across Key Industries
    Our comprehensive catalog covers vital skill areas, ensuring employees gain relevant and applicable knowledge for their careers.

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses

Dallas College's Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses partnership offers a free coaching program to help small businesses grow. It provides coaching, access to capital opportunities, and free resources from the Small Business Development Center to support growth.

  • Gain Access To Capital
    Receive guidance on capital opportunities and leverage specialized resources to enhance your business potential.
  • Receive Tailored Coaching
    Engage with experienced coaches offering personalized strategies aimed at overcoming business challenges and attaining growth.
  • Meet Specific Requirements
    Assure eligibility by meeting revenue and operational criteria designed to enhance program effectiveness.

WorkReadyU

WorkReadyU is an adult education program that offers free classes to improve math, English, reading and writing, and to strengthen interviewing and other workforce skills, including earning a high school equivalency (GED). Eligibility: 16+ and either unable to read/write English or unable to pass one or more parts of the Texas Success Initiative (TSI).

  • Meet Age And Skill Criteria
    Participants must be at least 16 years old and may need support to improve basic skills for further education or employment.
  • Access No-Cost Educational Programs
    Participants can access free training in GED preparation, ESL classes, and workforce skills enhancement.
  • Enhance Essential Work Skills
    Participants can significantly improve their literacy and job readiness skills, making them more employable.
  • Support Progression To Higher Education
    The program provides participants with the skills needed to transition successfully to college-level courses or the workforce.

DART Student Pass

DART Student Pass provides free public transit for Dallas College students, enabling travel across campuses and along Dallas Area Rapid Transit routes.

  • Access Free Public Transportation
    Eligible students can use the DART Student Pass for unlimited travel on DART services, promoting accessibility to education and community resources.
  • Facilitates Easy Campus Travel
    Students can commute seamlessly and reliably across various campuses, enhancing their academic experience without the burden of transport costs.
  • Easily Access Pass with Mobile
    The DART mobile app allows students to show their DART Student Pass, making public transit usage straightforward and convenient.

Dallas College Supplier Development

Dallas College Supplier Development partners with businesses to prepare them for success by delivering training, resources and guidance to help compete for bids and commodity purchasing opportunities. It actively seeks suppliers in key areas and offers bidder registration, bid opportunities and procurement support.

  • Register To Compete For Bids
    Complete your supplier registration to gain access to various bidding opportunities within Dallas College.
  • Receive Practical Training And Resources
    Access tailored training and resources designed to enhance bidding capabilities and competitive edge in bidding processes.
  • Expand Your Business Reach
    Connect with diverse industries that Dallas College serves to expand your business portfolio.
  • Access Professional Procurement Guidance
    Get assistance with navigating the procurement process and establish a connection with Dallas College's procurement team.
  • Connect With A Supplier Network
    Become part of a growing supplier network and leverage relationships to enhance your business opportunities.

References

Methodology and sourcing behind the market figures shown above.

Workforce development and employer partnerships

Primary estimate uses the GrowthMarketReports figure for the ‘workforce development’ market (USD 42.7B in 2024) and its projected CAGR of 8.9% (2025–2033), which aligns with public-private workforce development and employer partnership programs. A larger corporate training estimate (~USD 370B, CAGR ~8.5%) from a corporate training market source was noted as a broader adjacent market; policy and program references (NAWDP, C2ER, Evidence2Impact) provide contextual support but do not supply alternative market-size figures.

Adult education and ESOL

Estimated global market size based on a published adult education market report (USD 317.56B, 2025) with a projected CAGR ~5.5%. U.S. public funding (~$2B/year) and reported enrollments (~900,000 learners, ~50% in ESL) from federal analysis provide scale context and validate that ESOL/adult education is a significant subsegment within the broader adult education market.

Supplier diversity and procurement readiness

Search results show large economic scale of diverse suppliers (NMSDC: ~$400B annual economic output) and major macro upside if entrepreneurship gaps close (MBDA: $2.3T). Using those anchors plus industry signals on rising corporate prioritization of supplier diversity and procurement digitization, I estimate supplier-diversity enablement services (training, bidder registration, navigation, networks, and related software/consulting) represent a small share of overall supplier spend—roughly $1–2B today—driving a projected CAGR ~12% as companies expand programs and invest in platforms and supplier readiness.

Small business development and entrepreneurship

Search results provided no explicit global market size or CAGR for small‑business development and entrepreneurship programs. I estimated the market by treating the segment as a subset of broader business‑services (consulting, training, compliance/legal support, accelerator/incubator services and digital platforms) and adding public/NGO program spending. Reasoning: (1) global management consulting and corporate training markets are large; small‑business‑focused offerings plausibly represent ~15–25% of those combined markets; (2) add government/NGO entrepreneurship support and accelerator/incubator funding as an incremental component (~$5–15B); (3) growth driven by digital delivery (online coaching, SaaS compliance/startup tools), increased entrepreneurship, and SME digitization suggests mid‑single to high‑single digit CAGR. Combining these lines yields an estimated global market ~$50–80B; I select $60B and a 7.5% CAGR as a central estimate reflecting sustainable demand growth and increasing digital delivery.

Student mobility and transit access

Estimated campus mobility (free/subsidized transit passes and mobile access) as a subset of the Student Transportation Service market. LinkedIn reports the global Student Transportation Service market at USD 25.5B (2026) with a 6.8% CAGR; applying a conservative ~20% share for campus-focused programs yields ~USD 5.1B. Growth potential aligned with the reported 6.8% CAGR for student transportation services, supported by rapid digitalization of mobility (MaaS market growth) and rising international student flows (~4% annual student demand growth).

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