Welcome to St. Philip's College
St. Philip's College, founded in 1898, is a comprehensive public community college whose mission is to empower our diverse student population through educational achievement and career readiness. As a Historically Black College and Hispanic Serving Institution, St. Philip's College is a vital facet of the community, responding to the needs of a population rich in ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic diversity.
St. Philip's News, Annoucements and Success Stories
St. Philip’s College is the pride of San Antonio's Eastside and our success stories prove that we are one of the 10 Most Admired Universities and Colleges and Top 20 Community Colleges in Texas.
Find out why we are the most admired college in the state.
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Spectrum News Spotlights SPC's Cybersecurity Program
'The field is taking off': HBCU cyber programs train minorities to fill positions during shortage.Learn more -
SPC President Announces Staff Changes
St. Philip’s College President Dr. Adena Williams Loston recently announced changes to the leadership team.Learn More -
SPC Placed on Top List of HBCUs in Texas
St. Philip’s College was named #4 on the Best Historically Black Colleges & Universities in Texas 2022 list by University Headquarters.Learn More -
Greater Texas Services announces scholarships to support students at Texas HBCUs
St. Philip’s College is pleased to announce the receipt of an award of $200,000 in scholarships from Greater Texas Services.Learn More -
Texas Veterans Service Fair Coming to SPC
State Representative Barbara Gervin-Hawkins (Dist. 120) and SPC Good Samaritan Outreach and Transition Center will host the 5th Annual Texas Veterans Service Fair & Open House on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at 9:30 AM.Learn More -
SPC to Host Lionel Sosa, artist of the Living In My Skin Portrait Collection
As part of our Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, St. Philip’s College will host a “Meet the Artist” panel discussion on Oct. 13, 2022 at 6 p.m. in the Watson Fine Arts Center, featuring artist Lionel Sosa.Learn More -
LEE High School Team Takes Top Culinary Prize
Legacy of Educational Excellence (LEE) High School student chefs, Caragan Hestilow and Aliana Campos, under the leadership of culinary arts teacher, Marnique Jourdan-Davis, won the annual Best Salsa Competition on Oct. 5 at SPC.Learn More -
SPC Faculty, Dean Appointed to THECB Committees
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Commissioner Harrison Keller recently announced committee appointments, which include several St. Philip’s College employees.Learn More -
SPC President Receives Donation of Aircraft
St. Philip’s College President Dr. Adena Williams Loston got a big surprise during a recent live interview on Daytime with Kimberly & Esteban. San Antonio businessman Dick Tips gifted the college an aircraft.Learn More -
SPC Veteran Affairs Awarded ‘Gold Standard’
SPC Office of Veteran Affairs received the 2022 Veteran Education Excellence Recognition Award (VEERA) – Gold Level by the Texas Veterans Commission.Learn More -
U.S. Secretary of Labor visits the Alamo Colleges District
U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh recently joined Chancellor Dr. Mike Flores, SPC President Dr. Adena Williams Loston and others to tour the SPC - Southwest Campus as part of his support of the city’s Ready to Work program.Learn More
Spotlight Events
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MLK Day of March and Service
Monday, January 16, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PMJoin SPC as we observe Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of March and Service.
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Winter Break 2022
Monday, December 19St. Philip’s College will be closed for the Winter Break from December 20, 2022, to January 2, 2023.
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Student Laptop Check Out
Monday, June 27Student Loaner laptop computers are available for immediate check out to assist students, while equipment last or is available. There are no costs involved in checking out the item.
All Upcoming Events
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VNSA Poinsettia Fundraiser
Thursday, December 1The Vocational Nursing Students Association (VNSA) needs your help to reach its goal of selling 200 Poinsettia plants. -
Nursing Program Open House
Monday, December 5, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMJoin us for an information session for prospective VN Students or LVN/Military to ADN Nursing Students. -
Fall 2022 Commencement Ceremony
Friday, December 9, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMThe 2022 Fall Commencement Ceremony is Friday, December 9, 2022, from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at the Freeman Coliseum. -
Occupational Therapy Assistant Information Session
Wednesday, December 14, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMAre you interested in the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program? Come to an Information Session to learn about the program. -
Occupational Therapy Assistant Information Session
Wednesday, January 11, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMAre you interested in the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program? Come to an Information Session to learn about the program. -
Health Information Technology Program Information Session
Wednesday, January 11, 6:00 PMProspective students interested in learning more about the Health Information Technology (HIT) program need to email the faculty listed to request registration for the information session. -
Health Information Technology Program Information Session
Wednesday, February 1, 12:00 PMProspective students interested in learning more about the Health Information Technology (HIT) program need to email the faculty listed to request registration for the information session. -
Invasive Cardiovascular Technology Information Session
Tuesday, February 7, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMBecome a Cardiovascular Tech! Join us for an Invasive Cardiovascular Technology Virtual Information Session via Zoom. -
Cardiac Sonography Information Session
Tuesday, February 7, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMBecome a Cardiac Sonographer! Join us for a Cardiac Sonography Virtual Information Session via Zoom. -
Occupational Therapy Assistant Information Session
Wednesday, February 8, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMAre you interested in the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program? Come to an Information Session to learn about the program.