Rural Community Colleges Are the Land-Grant Institutions of This CenturyCommunity colleges in all areas of the country offer students opportunities for postsecondary education that they might not otherwise have. But the nearly 600 community colleges that serve rural communities play a special role in providing access, one that deserves greater understanding and recognition. As... Copyright © 2008 by The Chronicle of Higher Education Subscribe | About The Chronicle | Contact us | Terms of use | Privacy policy | Help |