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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. 

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    NVC Student Advocacy & Resource Center Serves Several Thousand Students

    The Student Advocacy & Resource Center has relocated to the first floor of Pecan Hall and recently expanded services to help several thousand students.... (more)
    NVC Student Advocacy & Resource Center Serves Several Thousand Students
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    2024 YMCA Summer Day Camps at NVC - Register Now!

    Northwest Vista College students, faculty, and staff have a unique opportunity this summer to enroll their children in YMCA Summer Day Camps at Vista. Learn more!
    2024 YMCA Summer Day Camps at NVC - Register Now!
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    Celebrate Women's History Month in March

    Northwest Vista College is celebrating Women's History Month in March with a variety of events, including discussions, movies, and more...
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    Current NVC Students Encouraged to Participate in Two Contests

    Enter Student Essay and Graphic Design Contests for a chance to earn $1,000! Winning students will also get to travel to the International Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence in Austin, Texas!
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    Blessing of the Peacemakers

    Northwest Vista College Celebrates Blessing of the Peacemakers on Jan. 28 at 3 p.m. Recognizing New 2024 Peace Laureates Father and Son Ramon Vasquez y Sanchez and Ramon J. Vasquez
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    NVC: No. 3 on Best Texas Community College List

    Northwest Vista College has been named no. 3 on Intelligent.com's Best Community Colleges in Texas 2024, Offering a Diverse Range of Programs and a New Bachelor's Degree in Cloud Computing on the Horizon.
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    NVC Invited to Compete for 2025 Aspen Prize

    Northwest Vista College (NVC) is the only community college in San Antonio and one of 13 in Texas that has been invited to compete for the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.
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    NVC Offers Emergency Medical Technician Training

    Northwest Vista College will offer Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training starting in January 2024 through a partnership with San Antonio College.
    NVC Offers Emergency Medical Technician Training
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    NVC Students Receive Environmental Scholarships

    Through Geography and Environmental Studies at NVC, nine students were awarded just over $15,300 in scholarships for the fall 2023 semester...
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    NVC Expands Sciences Courses at WETC

    NVC has expanded course offerings at the new Westside Education & Training Center for students taking science classes this fall.
    NVC Expands Sciences Courses at WETC
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    NVC Announces Plans for First Baccalaureate Degree

    Northwest Vista College is working on its first ever bachelor’s degree, the Bachelor of Applied Technology (BAT) in Cloud Computing, starting in Fall 2024.
    NVC Announces Plans for First Baccalaureate Degree
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    NVC President Dr. Amy Bosley Joins Excelencia in Education

    Excelencia in Education announced that NVC President Dr. Amy Bosley has chosen to be part their efforts accelerating Latino student success in higher education...
    NVC President Dr. Amy Bosley Joins Excelencia in Education
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    NVC Students Complete 2023 Ecolab Research

    Three Northwest Vista College students completed a semester of undergraduate research at NVC’s Ecolab in Bandera in May.
    NVC Students Complete 2023 Ecolab Research
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    NVC Students Travel to Costa Rica for Adventure Trip

    Nine students enrolled in Physical Anthropology and Environmental Science wrapped up a 16-day adventure at three research stations in Costa Rica in early June.
    NVC Students Travel to Costa Rica for Adventure Trip
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    CompassionateUSA Founding Partners Meet

    The City of San Antonio, Alamo Colleges and NVC SA Peace Center - came together for a special community conversation with San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg and Uvalde Mayor Don McLaughlin.
    CompassionateUSA Founding Partners Meet
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    NVC Students Participate in NASA NCAS Program

    Two Northwest Vista College students are participating in the NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars (NCAS) Mission 3, a 10-day virtual program followed by five days onsite in Silicon Valley.
    NVC Students Participate in NASA NCAS Program
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Spotlight Events

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    Monday, April 8

    Prepare for an unforgettable celestial event on April 8, 2024! As the total solar eclipse approaches, make sure you're equipped with the right gear to fully enjoy the spectacle (more...)

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Upcoming Events

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    Easter Break

    Friday, March 29
    All Alamo Colleges District campuses (including Northwest Vista College) will be closed Friday, March 29 for the Easter holiday break and will reopen on the following Monday with normal business hours.
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    NVC Commencement 2024 - Alamodome

    Thursday, May 23
    Planning to participate in our 2024 commencement? Students who complete(d) their degree requirements in Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Summer 2024 are eligible... Learn more