About St. Philip’s College
St. Philip’s College, one of the oldest and most diverse community colleges in the nation, is the only college to be federally designated as both a historically Black college and a Hispanic-serving institution. James Steptoe Johnston, a bishop of St. Philip’s Episcopal Church of the West Texas Diocese, founded St. Philip’s Normal and Industrial School in 1898, a school designed to educate and train recently emancipated slaves. The school, retaining the St. Philip’s Junior College name, affiliated with San Antonio College and the San Antonio Independent School District, marking the end of the college’s era as a private institution. St. Philip’s College is a member of the Alamo Colleges District and awards associate’s degrees and certificates.
The Center for Distance Learning offers many programs 100% online. St. Philip’s College online degrees include various online learning tools that are designed to help students remain engaged. The goal of faculty teaching online degrees is to help students succeed in online courses.
Accreditation & Licensing
St. Philip’s 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: 23,516 ; Graduate: Not applicablePercent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 41% ; Graduate: Not applicableGraduation Rate:
28%Transfer Rate:
12%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$38,224Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$9,500Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
33%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$4,777Credit for Military Training:
YesOnline Programs offered by St. Philip's College
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
Business
Computer Science & IT
Frequently Asked Questions About St. Philip's College
Is St. Philip's College accredited?
Yes. St. Philip's College is institutionally accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many online programs does St. Philip's College offer?
St. Philip's College offers 8 online programs currently listed on GetEducated.
What degree levels does St. Philip's College offer?
St. Philip's College offers associate-level programs.
How should students contact admissions at St. Philip's College?
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Is St. Philip's College expensive, and what are the tuition costs?
Roughly speaking, St. Philip's College falls into GetEducated’s $$ tuition tier, which points to a mid tuition range.
How quickly can I enroll at St. Philip's College?
Enrollment at any school can be a quick process; if all required admission requirements are met. This is where students can get hung up and slow down the process by taking too long to gather required documentation.
What should transfer students ask St. Philip's College first?
The first thing you must do is order your transcripts from any previous school you attended and have them provided to the new school immediately with the hopes of receiving an unofficial transfer credit evaluation quickly. In an ideal world, students would have an official transfer credit evaluation done prior to committing to enrollment at any school; however with the vast majority of schools, official transfer credit evaluations happen after you are already enrolled, typically in the first semester.
Is St. Philip's College military friendly?
St. Philip's College shows Yellow Ribbon support. Check Yellow Ribbon eligibility before you apply, since program-level benefits can vary.
How can students request information from St. Philip's College through GetEducated?
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What documents are most commonly required for St. Philip's College applications?
Most listed programs ask for Official High School Transcript/GED Score. Getting these ready early can keep the application process moving.
Does St. Philip's College accept life experience credit?
St. Philip's College does not show a school-wide life experience credit policy. Check Transfer Options to confirm transfer-credit options for your specific program.
Are St. Philip's College programs fully online or mixed?
St. Philip's College programs are primarily listed as 100% Online, which can help students screen for schedule fit before applying.
What kinds of online programs does St. Philip's College offer?
St. Philip's College has online program options in areas such as Computer Science & IT, Business, Art & Liberal Arts, and Healthcare; start with the field that best matches your career goal, then compare cost, format, and admissions requirements. Compare Programs to get program, admissions, and cost details before applying.
Do any St. Philip's College programs have specialized accreditation?
Program-specific accreditors include Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).
Are any admission tests required for St. Philip's College programs?
One recurring admissions-test item is Placement Test. Students should confirm whether it applies to their specific program.
Do in-state and out-of-state tuition totals differ at St. Philip's College?
Some programs show different in-state and out-of-state tuition totals, so check your specific program cost.
Do any St. Philip's College programs have state authorization limitations?
State authorization restrictions are not prominent across available programs, but students should still confirm eligibility for their state. Check State Eligibility before applying to confirm whether your program is available where you live.
How often can students start at St. Philip's College?
Start times per year typically range from 3-6 for most schools. For St. Philip's College, students should confirm the next available start date for their specific program before applying.
How should working adults compare St. Philip's College programs?
Working adults should compare program format, pacing, total cost, and application requirements before choosing a path.
What should students compare before choosing a St. Philip's College program?
Students should compare accreditation fit, program format, application requirements, total cost, and whether the timeline works with their schedule.
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Geographic and Educational Overview
St. Philip's 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



