SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE (SAC)
- 1300 San Pedro Ave
- San Antonio, TX 78212
- OPEID College Code: 00916300
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- General Phone: (210) 486-0000
- President: Robert Zeigler
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 24,135
- College Alias: SAC
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San Antonio College (SAC) is a two-year community college offering programs for associate's degrees, certificates for vocational or career training, continuing education, as well as college transfer study programs. SAC offers an excellent faculty and flexible scheduling to help a variety of students meet their educational needs. Flexible scheduling is available through day and evening classes, weekend classes, Internet courses, tele-courses, and off-campus classes.
San Antonio College is one of five Alamo Colleges serving Bexar County and the surrounding area. The Alamo Colleges are Northwest Vista College, Palo Alto College, St. Philip's College and Northeast Lakeview College.
History
San Antonio College was founded in 1925 as the "University Junior College" as part of the University of Texas. Control of the college was later transferred to the San Antonio Independent School District. At that point its name was changed to "San Antonio Junior College."
In 1945, a newly formed San Antonio Junior College District assumed control of San Antonio Junior College and St. Philip's Junior College. In 1951, a renamed "San Antonio College" moved to its present site at San Pedro Avenue in San Antonio. The college gained accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools in 1955. In the 1960s, the college developed into a comprehensive community college, adding occupational, technical and continuing education courses to its curriculum.
The San Antonio Junior College District became the Alamo Community College District in 1982, and was later referred to as "Alamo Colleges."
Academics
The academic calendar for San Antonio College follows the semester format, with fall and spring semesters, a short "Maymester," and a few short summer sessions.
Colleges and Schools
Academic units at San Antonio College are divided into departments, rather than into colleges and schools. The academic departments at San Antonio College include:
- Arts and Sciences
- Professional and Technical Education
- Continuing Education and Workforce Development
- Distance Education
- Internet Courses
- Off-Campus Courses
Student Life
There are many student clubs and organizations available for involvement at San Antonio College, and the Office of Student Life (OSL) also organizes many events and activities for students hoping to connect with others. Some of the many student organizations on campus include the Astronomy Club, Black Student Alliance, Catholic Student Association, Gay and Lesbian Association (GALA), the Mexican American Engineers and Scientists (MAES), and many recreational sports teams, among others.
The Loftin Student Center houses the school cafeteria, many vendor outlets, and rooms that are available to rent for an event or activity.
Traditions
The SAC school colors are red and white, and the school mascot is the ranger.
Athletics
The SAC sports program provides all student-athletes with an opportunity for sports competition. All student-athletes who wish to try out for a team must be enrolled at SAC in 9 credit hours, must be in good standing, and carry a 2.0 GPA. San Antonio College is part of the South Texas Club Sports League (STCSL). SAC "rangers" athletic teams include:
Men's Sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Boxing
- Soccer
Women's Sports:
- Soccer
- Softball
Satellite Campuses
In addition to its San Antonio Campus, the district of Alamo Colleges offers the following satellite campuses and locations:
- St. Philip's College Southwest Campus
- Advanced Technology Center
- St. Philip's College Military Base Locations
- Palo Alto College Off-Campus Locations
- Northwest Vista College at Data Point
- Central Texas Technology Center, New Braunfels, TX
- Alamo Colleges Community Education Centers
- Westside Workforce Education and Training Center
- Greater Kerrville - Alamo Colleges Center
Community Life
The SAC Office of Student Engagement provides many opportunities for students to assist the community through service learning initiatives. San Antonio College strives to instill civic responsibility in its students, faculty and staff, while also helping the surrounding communities. The service areas of San Antonio College include Atascosa, Bandera, Bexar, Comal, Guadalupe, Kendall, Kerr and Wilson counties.
The SAC offers community access to its Koehler Cultural Center, Scobee Planetarium, theatre events, music events and visual arts gallery. SAC's home, San Antonio, is a good area for exploring history and art, with lots of restaurants, recreation and entertainment. The San Antonio River Walk offers access to good restaurants, shopping and entertainment venues. There are three fall music festivals in the area, many theme and water parks, the San Antonio Zoo, King William Historic District, and more.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered State Approved for Certification
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Urban-Serving Multicampus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Very Large Two-Year
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- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 70%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 6% | 52% | 44% | 2% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,279 | $4,100 | $1,508 | $1,119 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 11.4% | 12.5% | 8.0% |
| Number in Default | 164 | 190 | 156 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,430 | 1,512 | 1,937 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $1,562 | $1,490 | $1,322 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $2,762 | $2,546 | $2,378 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $5,150 | $4,658 | $4,490 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,900 | $1,350 | $1,200 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,552 | $7,190 | $7,025 |
| Other Expenses | $2,764 | $2,632 | $2,571 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,764 | $2,632 | $2,571 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $3,462 | $2,840 | $2,522 |
| In-State | $4,662 | $3,896 | $3,578 |
| Out of State | $7,050 | $6,008 | $5,690 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $13,778 | $12,662 | $12,118 |
| In-State | $14,978 | $13,718 | $13,174 |
| Out of State | $17,366 | $15,830 | $15,286 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $6,226 | $5,472 | $5,093 |
| In-State | $7,426 | $6,528 | $6,149 |
| Out of State | $9,814 | $8,640 | $8,261 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 24,135 Undergraduate: 24,135
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 10,115 Female: 14,020
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 10,115 Female: 14,020
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 8,290 Part-Time: 15,845
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 8,290 Part-Time: 15,845
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 326 | 1% |
| American Indian | 111 | 0.5% |
| Black | 1,301 | 5% |
| Asian | 682 | 3% |
| Hispanic | 11,557 | 48% |
| White | 10,158 | 42% |
| Unknown | - | - |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 2,194 | 9% |
| Ages 18-19 | 5,281 | 22% |
| Ages 20-21 | 4,058 | 17% |
| Ages 22-24 | 3,850 | 16% |
| Ages 25-29 | 3,602 | 15% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1,965 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1,207 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,439 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 516 | 2% |
| Age Over 65 | 23 | 0.1% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 2,255 | 920 | 1,335 |
| Faculty Status | 1,426 | 451 | 975 |
| Tenured Faculty | 331 | 331 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 1,426 | 451 | 975 |
| Primarily Instruction | 1,426 | 451 | 975 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 12 | 12 | - |
| Other Professionals | 167 | 119 | 48 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 650 | 338 | 312 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 199 | 141 | 58 |
| Skilled Crafts | 25 | 25 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 66 | 66 | - |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $57,601 (398) | $60,289 (194) | $55,044 (204) |
| Professor | $70,649 (119) | $71,982 (66) | $68,989 (53) |
| Associate Professor | $59,789 (86) | $61,803 (44) | $57,678 (42) |
| Assistant Professor | $52,432 (86) | $53,873 (41) | $51,119 (45) |
| Instructor | $45,485 (107) | $46,909 (43) | $44,528 (64) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $70,513 (34) | $71,282 (15) | $69,905 (19) |
| Professor | $81,501 (13) | $81,258 (7) | $81,785 (6) |
| Associate Professor | $66,859 (6) | $68,607 (1) | $66,509 (5) |
| Assistant Professor | $65,032 (8) | $64,260 (4) | $65,804 (4) |
| Instructor | $59,502 (7) | $58,261 (3) | $60,433 (4) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $57,608 (432) | $60,148 (209) | $55,228 (223) |
| Professor | $70,259 (132) | $71,455 (73) | $68,778 (59) |
| Associate Professor | $59,457 (92) | $61,677 (45) | $57,331 (47) |
| Assistant Professor | $52,498 (94) | $53,758 (45) | $51,341 (49) |
| Instructor | $45,681 (114) | $46,958 (46) | $44,817 (68) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 58%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 44%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 3% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 3% |
| Female | 3% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | - |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 3% |
| Asian | 13% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| White | 5% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 2 | 1 |
| Liquor Related | 1 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | - |
| Robbery | 3 | 1 |
| Burglary | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle Theft | 20 | 9 |
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