OUR MISSION STATEMENT
"Rio Grande Valley College is committed to the personal, intellectual, and professional growth of its students, faculty, and staff.
As the premiere college, our goal is to inspire and empower a diverse population with a lifelong passion for learning, the knowledge to succeed and serve the community."
Dr. Annabelle Palomo
CEO/School President
Dr. Annabelle Palomo, founder and CEO of Rio Grande Valley College, is a lifelong educator and proud native of the Rio Grande Valley. With over 30 years of experience in education as a teacher, principal, and district executive she has dedicated her life to expanding access to quality learning opportunities in her community. Dr. Palomo established RGV College with just five students in a Certified Nurse Aide program. Today, the college has grown into a nine-program institution offering training in nursing and allied health, including vocational nursing, medical assisting, pharmacy technician, EMT, and two associate degrees in nursing and recently added a physical therapist assistant program. The college has trained nearly 1,700 nurses and holds one of the highest NCLEX pass rates in Texas. In addition to leading RGV College, Dr. Palomo is an active community leader, serving on several educational and economic development boards. Her commitment to organizational health, leadership development, and student achievement continues to shape the college’s culture of excellence and its impact on the region’s healthcare workforce.
ABOUT THE FOUNDER
WHY WE EXIST
Located in the city of Pharr and established in 2008, RGV College was the vision of an educator who has guided this institution’s growth into one of the most sought-after vocational school in the Rio Grande Valley for it’s A+ grade level education.
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RGV College is founded on the belief that every individual, regardless of race, age, prior education, or economic background can benefit from the opportunities provided by vocational training.