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Even with these unprecedented times and with all the recent changes taking place, South Texas College is still here and we are still committed to you. The coming Twenties are going to be landmark years shaped by the successes of first-generation college students from the Rio Grande Valley. These graduates, proud South Texas College Jaguars, are now making their mark in technology, health care,...

At STC, we’re really not just bragging when we say we have something for everyone. We have college classes for dual-enrolled high school students. We’ve got GED classes and testing, ESL courses and college readiness classes in math and English for students who need to brush up before they begin a college degree. We’ve got short-term certificate programs for students who want to train...

South Texas College offers several certificates you can earn in just one year. Select the perfect plan that can have you in the workforce with lightning speed. For more information about visit https://southtexascollege.edu Business, Public Safety and Technology Division Certificates Accounting Clerk Architectural and Civil Engineering Technology Architectural and Engineering Design...

Understanding accreditation is complicated. Why bother? Two reasons. First: Financial aid. Students who attend schools that are not accredited are not eligible to apply for Pell Grants. Pell is a federally funded program that provides low-income students free money, no strings attached, for college. It is not a loan. That is your best route. Even if you don’t qualify for Pell, you most likely...

Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Picture of Health South Texas College offers an Associate of Applied Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography as well as an Advanced Technical Certificate program for prospective students. The programs are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges Accreditation Guidelines. Medical sonography teaches students how to...

If there’s one area that’s always ‘under construction’ at South Texas College it’s the courses within the Business, Public Safety, and Technology division. That’s not because anything was broken, but because these fields produce future employees into some of the fastest moving and constantly modernizing careers. “This division is focused on career-oriented programs. Almost all of...

Named among the ‘30 most innovative online colleges’ in the nation, according to Online Schools Center, the website is an online resource geared towards students who are seeking an online option for college apart from traditional brick and mortar institutions. STC was the only institution in Texas to receive the recognition. The variety of associate degrees makes STC an excellent transfer...

Who can’t use a few good scientific tips for de-stressing as we confront the coronavirus? Whether it’s the difficulty of working at home, being primarily confined to the house, addressing 24/7 childcare challenges, financial concerns related to loss of employment, or the justified worry about the trajectory of COVID-19, we all need to cope with uncertainty and new difficulties. Below is a...

The road to professional and personal enrichment has many paths. At South Texas College’s Continuing, Professional and Workforce Education (CPWE) department programs are built to help learners of all ages and backgrounds learn vital skills to jump-start a new career, switch gears or expand on what they already know. Administrative assistant Gloria Franklin explained that the CPWE department...

South Texas College has been named among the top-10 colleges in the nation for serving military and veteran students, according to a renowned Military Friendly Schools survey released in February. The survey is among the longest-running and most comprehensive review of college and university investments in serving military and veteran students. It is often considered the standard that...

Alyssa Cantu’s road to culinary expertise came by way of a punk rock band. “Back in high school, I wanted to be a singer in my friends’ band, but I needed a microphone and amplifier,” Cantu laughs. “My mom said I’d have to earn the money myself, and somehow we came up with the idea of selling breakfast tacos to the kids at school.” Those one-dollar tacos quickly caught on, and...

South Texas College is among a select few community colleges in Texas authorized to offer bachelor degrees to address workforce needs in the region. Earn a four year degree at STC at a fraction of the cost of attaining one at a university. Currently, STC offers 5 baccaulearate degrees. Bachelor of Science in Nursing: RN-to-BSN The RN-to-BSN Program is designed to respond to the increased demand...

Good news, you can now apply for financial aid in the same way as sharing snaps and stories – on an app. The U.S. Department of Education has now launched the myStudentAid mobile app to help first-time students apply for aid in the 2020-2021 academic year. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is truly the “keys to the kingdom” of financial aid. It can open the door to...

Life can sometimes throw a curveball your way when you least expect it. It can leave you feeling worried or stressed and make it difficult to focus on responsibilities such as your classes. Well, when the going gets tough, South Texas College can help. Our Student Services were designed with one thing I mind: your continued success. Whether you need academic assistance, need help paying for your...

We know that choosing the right career path in life isn’t always easy. While some people know right away what they want to be, others need to do a little more work to find the perfect fit. That often involves learning about yourself, exploring different careers, and using tools and resources to help you find your niche—the one that fits your unique talents, interests and goals, as well as...