Distance Learning

Associate of Arts and Associate of Applied Science Degrees Online

San Antonio College offers 200+ college credit online courses that meet the core curriculum requirements for an online Associate of Arts Degree and an online Associate of Applied Science Degree. Both online degrees are approved by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. 

San Antonio College students can obtain an Associate of Arts Degree and an Associate of Applied Science Degree through Internet courses with a concentration in the following disciplines: Mathematics (AS) and Criminal Justice (AAS). These online degrees are sanctioned by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.  Information on SAC Online, visit their website.

San Antonio College Online degrees offer maximum flexibility and convenience to students who work, and they also provide homebound students and others access to higher education.

Associate in Arts - Liberal Arts Degree

• Communications
• Mathematics
• Natural Sciences
• Humanities
• Literature
• Social & Behavioral Sciences

Criminal Justice Degrees & Certificate

• Associate of Arts Degree
• Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice
• Associate of Applied Science Degree
• Associate of Applied Science in Corrections
• Associate of Applied Science in Law Enforcement
• Certificate
• Law Enforcement Certificate Level I

 Business Certificates

• Banking Level 1 
• Business Management Level 1 
• Financial Analysis Level 1 
• Financial Management Level 1
• Financial Services Industry Level 1
• Small Business Management Level 1
• Banking (Marketable Skills Certificate)
• Financial Services Industry (Marketable Skills Certificate) 

Online Courses

Online courses allow students to access courses by computer through the Internet. Course requirements vary. Students are required to attend an on-campus or an on-line orientation on how to take an online course. Online courses transfer the same and cost the same as on-campus courses. 

Blended Courses

Blended courses are classes in which at least 75 to 80 percent of the course is taught online and 20 to 25 percent of the course is taught on campus. Blended learning combines online learning with face-to-face learning in a traditional classroom. Blended courses combine online and traditional teaching elements such as:

• Lectures
• Discussions
• Group Work
• In person activities on campus

Blended courses are recommended for students who have a flexible work schedule or who live out-of-state or out-of-country. 

Video Courses

Video courses are college credit courses that are broadcast on television or accessible DVD. Students attend an on-site orientation, watch televised broadcasts, or DVDs, attend several on-campus review sessions, and take exams on-campus. Most of the course assignments are done by the student independently. Video courses provide flexibility for students who work and want to study at a time convenient to them. Lessons are broadcast on KLRN channel 9 (Time Warner, cable channel 10), and on Time Warner channel 19. Video courses are taught by experienced faculty. Video courses are college credit courses and cost the same as on-campus courses.

SAC Online at Military Bases

San Antonio College provides college student services and SAC Online course information to military and civilian personnel at Fort Sam Houston. Students can enroll in on-site courses, video courses, and online courses.