College Enrolment Highest Since Pandemic
Bermuda College has recorded an increase in students, with the Fall 2025 enrolment reaching 592 students — a five per cent rise over the previous year and the highest since the start of the pandemic.
A spokesperson said, “Bermuda College has seen a sharp rise in student numbers to the highest level since the onset of Covid-19. Overall, the Fall 2025 enrolment reached 592 students — a five per cent rise over the previous year and the highest since the start of the pandemic.
“The College also recorded a 10 per cent increase in full-time equivalent students, with a total of 534, reflecting high student engagement and commitment across both full- and part-time study tracks.”
“This increase in enrolment is deeply encouraging,” said Dr. David Sam, President of Bermuda College.
“It reflects the confidence students are placing in us, as a destination for academic excellence, practical skills training, and meaningful career pathways.
“I’m particularly pleased to see strength across both our academic and technical divisions, showing that students are choosing what works best for their future.”
A spokesperson added, “Dr. Sam noted that the College’s strategic investments in advising, course delivery, and partnerships with overseas institutions were continuing to pay off.
“Bermuda College now has 40+ articulation agreements with universities in the US, UK, Canada, and the Caribbean, making it easier for students to transfer and complete bachelor’s or graduate degrees.
“It has also successfully earned accreditations from world-recognised institutions such as the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing [ACEN] and the American Culinary Federation [ACF].”
Dr. Sam added: “We’ve made significant gains, but our work is not done. The challenge now is to continue to grow, to make Bermuda College even more accessible, relevant, and attractive to students of all ages and backgrounds.”
A spokesperson added, “Key highlights from the Fall 2025 report include:
- “A five per cent increase in student headcount to 592.
- “Full-time students now make up 53 per cent of enrolment.
- “Applied Technical Education grew by 31 per cent, the strongest of all divisions.
- “Retention rate returned to a high of 71 per cent, matching the 2016 peak.
- “APACE programme participation jumped 18 per cent from the Fall of 2024.”
“Our goal remains to be Bermuda’s premier gateway to higher education,” Dr. Sam said. “These numbers show we are on the right track.”
Nasir Wade, Chairman of the Board of Governors, echoed the President’s remarks: “This latest enrolment increase reaffirms our belief in the strategic direction of Bermuda College.
“It speaks volumes about the leadership of Dr. Sam and the hard work of faculty and staff across the institution.
“The Board is proud of the strides being made and remains committed to supporting initiatives that foster student success and national development.”
