SPC Bachelor's Degree

St. Philip’s College proudly announces the introduction of its first bachelor’s degree, the Bachelor of Applied Technology Degree in Cybersecurity (BAT).

See What St. Philip's College Has to Offer

St. Philip's College offers an array of programs and areas of study.
Search SPC Programs
or
Explore Career Options

Welcome to St. Philip's College

St. Philip's College, founded in 1898, is a comprehensive public college whose mission is to empower our student population through educational achievement and career readiness. As a Historically Black College and Hispanic Serving Institution, St. Philip's College responds 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 most admired colleges in the state.

  • image

    2024-2025 Alamo Colleges Student Trustee

    The 2024-2025 Alamo Colleges Student Trustee application is now open! The Student Trustee serves as an advisor to the Board and is a liaison between the students and the Board of Trustees and Chancellor.
    Read More!
  • image

    Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA)

    The Business Information Solutions Department is pleased to announce free Income Tax Preparation services through VITA are available on campus to the community through April 15, 2024.
    Read More!
  • image

    SPC Proud Student: Cassidy Carlisle

    SPC Proud student Cassidy Carlisle shares her experience from her program of study in the Creative & Communication Arts Alamo Institute.
    Learn More!
  • image

    St. Philip's Colleges Honors Mary Cottier with Professor Emeritus Status

    St. Philip's College Professor Mary Cottier was named Professor Emeritus at the Alamo Colleges District Board Meeting on Dec. 19.
    Read More!
  • image

    SPC Receives Transformative Million-Dollar Donation

    St. Philip’s College is thrilled to announce a transformative donation of $1 million from the regional supermarket chain and partner, H-E-B.
    Read More!
  • image

    St. Philip's College among Best Colleges in Texas

    Intelligent.com has recognized St. Philip’s College as #18 in its 2024 rankings of the top 50 community colleges in Texas.
    Read More!
  • image

    Student Spotlight: Trinity Adams-Martin

    St. Philip’s College Early College High School Student Trinity Adams, a determined and ambitious young woman, will graduate in May 2024 with her associate degree.
    Read More!
  • image

    Graduate Spotlight : Destiny Castro

     “I feel like St. Philip’s College is home. I know I’m going to be homesick when I leave,” said student Destiny Castro as she reflects on her time at SPC.
    Read More!
  • image

    Graduate Spotlight Roberta Duke

    Crossing the stage to receive an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Management and Technology from St. Philip’s College takes on an entirely different meaning for 64-year-old Roberta Duke.
    Read More!
  • image

    Graduate Spotlight: Tony Sanders

    St. Philip’s College Student, Tony Sanders, a father of ten, returned to the classroom after nearly three decades.
    Read More!
  • image

    Graduate Spotlight: Emily Harlbardier

    The St. Philip’s College music program played a pivotal role in reigniting the passion in Emily Harlbardier’s career choice of music.
    Read More!
  • image

    SPC Offers New Bachelor of Applied Technology Degree in Cybersecurity

    St. Philip’s College proudly announces the introduction of its first bachelor’s degree, the Bachelor of Applied Technology Degree in Cybersecurity.
    Read More!
  • image

    St. Philip’s College Welcomes GSVOTC New Partner

    The St. Philip’s College Good Samaritan Veterans Outreach & Transition Center (GSVOTC) proudly announces its newest partner from the Texas Veterans Commission, Pamela Nash.
    Read More!
  • image

    St. Philip’s College Student Selected to participate in NASA Virtual Experience

    St. Philip’s College student Eric Meyer has been selected by the NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars.
    Read More!
  • image

    Dr. Loston Appointed as Commissioner

    St. Philip’s College President Dr. Adena Williams Loston was appointed by the President Biden Administration as a Commissioner to a White House Initiative.
    Read More!
  • image

    SPC Earns 2023 VEERA Award

    St. Philip’s College has earned the 2023 Veteran Education Excellence Recognition Award (VEERA) – Gold Level from the Texas Veterans Commission.
    Read More!
  • image

    SPC College Renames Three Buildings

    St. Philip’s College is proud to announce the renaming of three current buildings.
    Read More!
  • Leah Hernandez

    St. Philip's College ECHS Student Spotlight : Leah Hernandez

    St. Philip's Early College HS Student Recognized for being Among Small Group Participating in NASA Program.
    Read More!
  • image

    Student Spotlight: Amy Hardy

    Last fall, SPC student Amy Hardy was considering dropping out, but everything changed when she got a call.
    Read More
  • image

    Alumnus Spotlight: Dr. Antonio J. Webb

    One of St. Philip’s College's notable success stories is alumnus, Dr. Antonio J. Webb.
    Read More
  • image

    SPC Announces Fulbright Scholar

    St. Philip’s College welcomes this year’s Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence, Prof. Vladimer Narsia of Ilia State University in Tbilisi, Georgia.
    Read More
  • image

    SPC Faculty Recognized by AMPEI

    SPC Faculty members Dr. Tom Manzo was recently recognized by the Asociacion Mexicana Para la Educacion Internacional (AMPEI) in Mexico.
    Read More
  • Best Community Colleges in Texas of 2023

    SPC named among the ‘Best Community Colleges in Texas of 2023’

    St. Philip’s College was recently named among the list of “Best Community Colleges in Texas.”
    Learn More
  • image

    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

Spotlight Events

  • Black History Month 2024

    Thursday, February 1

    Join us as we celebrate Black History Month through the month of February. Check out our series of events.

    image
  • Tiger PAWS Call for Submissions

    Thursday, January 11

    Get published and win prizes! Be an editor and compete for scholarships!

    image
  • Volunteer Income Tax Assistance at SPC

    Tuesday, January 16

    The Business Information Solutions (BIS) Department at SPC is pleased to announce free Income Tax Preparation services.

    image
  • Student Laptop Check Out

    Monday, January 8

    Student 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.

    image

All Upcoming Events

  • image

    Men's Basketball Game: SPC vs. NLC

    Wednesday, February 7, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Join us as our SPC Tigers take on Northeast Lakeview College on February 7, 2024, for a men's basketball game.
  • image

    BHM: Meet the Artist

    Thursday, February 8, 11:30 AM
    Join us for meet the artist featuring Deborah A. Moore Harris.
  • image

    1st Annual African Read-In

    Monday, February 12, 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
    Join us as we celebrate Black History Month with an African American Read-In! Participants can enjoy a brief lecture, storytime, and crafts.
  • image

    Men's Basketball Game: SPC vs. PAC

    Monday, February 12, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Join us as our SPC Tigers take on Palo Alto College on February 12, 2024, for a men's basketball game.
  • image

    BHM: Black History Kahoot Trivia

    Tuesday, February 13, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    Join us for Black History Kahoot trivia.
  • image

    BHM: Soul Food Taste

    Tuesday, February 13, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    Join us as our Culinary Arts students prepare a delicious meal for Soul Food Taste.
  • image

    Men's Basketball Game: SPC vs. UIW

    Wednesday, February 14, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Join us as our SPC Tigers take on the University of the Incarnate Word Cardinals on February 14, 2024, for a men's basketball game.
  • image

    Alive! at the Library

    Wednesday, February 21, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Join us for a theatrical event as we honor SPC history with Alive! at the Library during Black History Month.
  • image

    Student Voices Series: History

    Wednesday, February 21, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    Come and learn about Historic Preservation in the state of Texas from Cindy Coers, Chair of the Comal County Historical Commission, one of 254 county Historical Commissions in Texas!
  • image

    Men's Basketball Game: SPC vs. TU

    Wednesday, February 21, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Join us as our SPC Tigers take on Trinity University Tigers on February 21, 2024, for a men's basketball game.