South Texas College ranks number two on the inaugural list of “Top 10 Four-Year Schools Awarding the Most Associate Degrees to Hispanics.” The national education journal Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education released the rankings in its May publication.
The publication states it singled out these schools because they “boldly go where few community colleges have yet to venture,” and are considered as pioneers because they are community colleges that offer bachelor degrees.
STC is the only Texas college that made the rankings, sharing the top 10 spotlight with colleges from California, Florida, Illinois and New York. Miami Dade College ranked at the top of the list.
STC is one of only three community colleges in Texas accredited to offer baccalaureate degrees. The college introduced its bachelor’s program in 2005 and has witnessed continual growth with two degree paths—Bachelor of Applied Technology in Technology Management and a Bachelor of Applied Technology in Computer and Information Technologies.
“It’s very exciting for our faculty, staff and students to be recognized at this level,” said STC President Shirley A. Reed. “We are leading the nation in helping students complete degrees because of our commitment to exceptional student services and instruction.”
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