<p><strong>COLUMBIA —</strong> Columbia State Community College has named 139 students to the President's List and 664 students to the Dean's List for achieving academic excellence during the Fall 2025 semester, according to the college. Students on the President's List earned a 3.90-4.00 grade point average while completing at least 15 credit hours, while Dean's List honorees maintained a 3.50 or higher GPA with 12 or more credit hours completed.</p><p>"Students who achieve academic excellence at this level are to be lauded for their achievement," said Dr. Janet F. Smith, Columbia State president. Many of these scholars balance rigorous coursework with jobs, family responsibilities, and extracurricular involvement—a testament to their commitment to educational excellence.</p>