Message from the President
Welcome to Pasco-Hernando State College
At Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC), which is a part of the #1 ranked college and university system in the nation for the 10th year in a row, student success is a top priority. As we embark on the 2026-2027 academic year, PHSC continues its unwavering commitment to providing affordable, accessible and high-quality educational opportunities that empower students, strengthen our community and drive meaningful impact across our region and beyond.
Our exceptional faculty and staff dedicate themselves to ensuring that every student is supported academically, professionally and personally. From innovative teaching and robust student services to strong university and community partnerships, PHSC is focused on helping students achieve their goals—whether transferring to a university, continuing for a bachelor’s degree at PHSC, seeking credentials for career advancement, or attaining high-demand skills for immediate entry into the workforce.
As your hometown college with top ranked programs, PHSC embraces its responsibility as both an engine of academic and economic mobility and a beacon of possibility and innovation. We are proud of our deep roots in Pasco and Hernando counties and equally energized to be part of raising the level of educational attainment, transforming lives and meeting workforce needs across our region and state—where students can start here and go anywhere. Returning to the community where I grew up, and serving as an alumnus of this great institution, it remains, an incredible honor to lead PHSC as the sixth president. Within this vibrant institution where opportunity, excellence and community intersect, I invite you to engage with PHSC and discover all we have to offer along your academic journey. Thank you for being a part of our PHSC story.
Sincerely,
Eric Hall, Ed.D.
PHSC President
PHSC Core Values
Welcoming • Integrity • Success • Excellence• Community