Galveston College Dual Credit Cosmetology program students earned top honors at the
2026 SkillsUSA State Competition held in April.
A total of 27 students from the Galveston College Cosmetology program qualified for
the state competition, with 23 students attending and representing the college.
Students competed in a variety of cosmetology-related categories and earned multiple
recognitions for their work, professionalism and technical skills. The group’s results
included: 20 Superior ratings, one Excellent rating, one Good rating and one Best
of Show award, the highest recognition presented at the competition.
SkillsUSA is a national organization that promotes career and technical education
through leadership development and skills-based competitions for students preparing
for careers in trade, technical and service occupations.
The GC Dual Credit Cosmetology program allows high school students to earn college
credit while gaining hands-on training and industry experience in cosmetology.
For more information about the Galveston College Cosmetology program, call 409-944-1480,
or visit https://gc.edu/academic-career-programs/public-services-business-industry/cosmetology.php.
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Galveston College was founded in 1967 and is a comprehensive community college providing
the residents of Galveston Island and the surrounding region with academic, workforce
development, continuing education and community service programs.