About San Antonio College
San Antonio College is a public, two-year institution that is part of the Alamo Community College District. It is located on the northern fringe of Downtown San Antonio, Texas. San Antonio College is the largest single-campus community college in Texas and one of the largest in the United States. The school was established in 1925 as University Junior College under the administration of the University of Texas.
SAC provides general education, liberal arts and sciences, career education, continuing education, and developmental education. SAC allows students to pursue associate’s degrees and certifications and take courses transferable to institutions of higher education. Many of these degrees and certificates are available online. The goal is for graduates to leave with effective communication and critical thinking skills, leadership ability, quantitative understanding, performance proficiency, and marketable skills. Through San Antonio College, graduates can be sure to make an exemplary impression on employers.
Accreditation & Licensing
San Antonio College is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Type:
4-year, primarily associate's, PublicHighest Level Offered:
Bachelor's degreeReligious Affiliation:
Not applicableEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 28,151 ; Graduate: Not applicablePercent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 44% ; Graduate: Not applicableGraduation Rate:
22%Transfer Rate:
24%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$39,711Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$10,500Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
47%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$4,109Credit for Military Training:
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Geographic and Educational Overview
San Antonio College is located in Texas
Texas at a Glance:
Top Majors in Texas:
Top Incentives in Texas:
- TEXAS Grant: Up to $5,195 annually
Top Career Pathways in Texas:
- Entry Level: Project Engineer ($75,000)
- Mid Level: Operations Manager ($120,000)
- Senior Level: Energy Director ($180,000+)
- Required Education: BS Engineering
- Certifications: PE, PMP