Focus on Your Future
NVC began offering classes in the fall of 1995 as one of the newest additions to the Alamo Colleges District. As of 2018, there are over 18,000 students taking courses at NVC. Most of the classes offered lead to a two-year associate degree or a one-year certificate option.
NVC News & Announcements
The latest news, important announcements, and success stories from NVC. Watch for news below and visit Return to Campus for online resources...
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New Vista Veterans Library Opens at NVC
This is a place where multigenerational veterans can come together to find the camaraderie and fellowship that they were accustomed to while serving in the military...New Vista Veterans Library Opens at NVC -
NVC Celebrates Grand Opening of New $33.9 Million Cedar Elm STEM Center
NVC will celebrate the grand opening of the $33.9 million Cedar Elm STEM Center with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 9:30 a.m. on May 25.NVC Celebrates Grand Opening of New $33.9 Million Cedar Elm STEM Center -
NVC and the Alamo Colleges Break Ground on New $23 Million Education and Training Center
Click below for the news release...NVC and the Alamo Colleges Break Ground on New $23 Million Education and Training Center -
English as a Second Language
Summer classes will begin May 30, 2022. Learn ESL at NVC where we create opportunities for success by providing quality learning and enrichment experiences to meet the various needs of students!Click Here to Get Started! -
NVC Search for President
We're looking for the next President to lead the college into the future following the retirement of President Ric Baser...Click Here for More -
Veterans - Request for Enrollment Certification
VA students may now submit their Request for Enrollment Certification online. Please click below for more information.Learn More -
NVC Recognized for Fourth Time by Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
San Antonio (April 20, 2022) - Northwest Vista College has been named one of the 2022 Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges (MPPWCC) by Diverse...NVC Recognized for Fourth Time by Diverse: Issues in Higher Education -
Excellence in Teaching Awards
Students, please take the time to recognize your best instructor by nominating him/her for the Excellence in Teaching Awards. You may only vote for one instructor per semester. Get started today and fill out our nomination form.Click here for more... -
Career Experience
Opportunities for students to build career-related skills and connect with employers through experiential learning activities and internships. Join Our AlamoExperience page for updates and current events!Click here for more... -
NVC Launches Pre-Nursing Cohort
This group is designed to help students to accelerate their preparation and acceptance into nursing schools and includes automatic course enrollment, a personal faculty mentor, nursing school tours, and more!Click Here to Learn More! -
NVC Among Top 25 Community Colleges for Hispanics
Northwest Vista College ranks high in several categories on the list for Top 25 Community Colleges for Hispanics by Hispanic Outlook on Education Magazine, released in the February/March issue.Click Here for More! -
San Antonio peaceCenter Moves to Northwest Vista College
Northwest Vista College will take part in the “Blessing of the San Antonio Peacemakers.” The theme this year is “What Do We Hunger For.”Click Here to Read More... -
NVC President Announces Retirement After 41 Years in Higher Education
Dr. Ric N. Baser, president of Northwest Vista College, announced today that he will retire as president of the second-largest community college in San Antonio, effective June 1, 2022.Click Here to Read More... -
Carl D. Perkins Grant Child Care Assistance Program
The Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act (Perkins V) focuses on developing academic achievement for students enrolled in CTE programs that are in high-demand locally and at the state level.Click Here for More! -
NVC Nominated for $1 Million Aspen Prize
NVC is the only community college in San Antonio and one of eight in Texas that has been invited to compete for the 2023 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. The recognition was announced Nov. 2 by the Aspen Institute.Click Here for More...
Spotlight Events
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High School Art Students Exhibit 2022
Wednesday, June 1Honoring San Antonio's High School Art Students and Teachers, the goal of this exhibit is to showcase works by art students chosen by the art instructors from Northside ISD high schools participating in dual credit at NVC.
Upcoming Events
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High School Art Students Exhibit 2022
Friday, July 1Honoring San Antonio's High School Art Students and Teachers, the goal of this exhibit is to showcase works by art students chosen by the art instructors from Northside ISD high schools participating in dual credit at NVC. -
Start of Summer II courses
Monday, July 11The start of Summer II courses is almost here. Starting July 11th, 2021, Summer II courses will be in session. Good luck Wildcats! -
High School Art Students Exhibit 2022
Monday, August 1Honoring San Antonio's High School Art Students and Teachers, the goal of this exhibit is to showcase works by art students chosen by the art instructors from Northside ISD high schools participating in dual credit at NVC.