Northwest Vista College

Overview

Enrollment

17,222

Northwest Vista College overview
Location	San Antonio, Texas
Online	alamo.edu
School Type	Public 2 Year
Setting	Rural Fringe

Northwest Vista College overview
Size	Mid-size
Status	Non-profit
On Campus Housing	No
Level of Study	Undergrad

Northwest Vista College is a public community college located in San Antonio, Texas, established in 1995 as one of the Alamo Colleges District institutions. Set on a scenic 137-acre campus in the rapidly growing western region of San Antonio, Northwest Vista College offers a diverse range of associate degree programs, with notable strengths in Business Administration, Information Technology, and the Liberal Arts. While primarily serving as a commuter campus with the majority of students residing off-site, the college provides a dynamic learning environment with a commitment to empowering students through a personalized academic experience. Admissions at Northwest Vista College operate on an open enrollment policy, significantly reducing barriers for those seeking higher education access. The college does not feature residential housing or exhibit a robust athletic program, allowing students to focus extensively on academic and professional development within a supportive campus infrastructure.

Northwest Vista College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student. 3,481 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 13,741 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $6,450 plus fees of $292.