Student Services

Part III Resources for Student Success

 


Admissions
Centers for Learning Excellence
Counseling and Disability Services
Veteran Affairs – P.A.S.S. Program
Office of Career & Employer Services

  • Financial Wellness Center This is an interactive platform that allows students to take courses and become Financially fit by learning how to budget, understanding your credit score, savings and much more. Students may create an account for free, and may visit with Career Services for more information! Financial Wellness Center Website

Centers for Learning Excellence (CLE)

Centers for Learning Excellence provide online and in-person academic support services to help students succeed.
  • Tutoring
  • Writing Support
  • Academic Coaching
  • Supplemental Instruction
  • Student Success Workshops

Library

South Texas College Library Services is committed to providing a welcoming, learning-centered environment, rich in quality information resources and outstanding services to meet the research, instructional and learning needs of the South Texas College students, faculty, staff and community.  The Library Services can be accessed online through the Library website.  Follow the link to see the resource available.


Learning Commons and Open Labs

Learning Commons and Open Labs promote excellence in student learning at South Texas College by providing a welcoming environment with professional staff, innovative resources and outstanding customer service.

  • Computer assistance
  • Printing services
  • Windows and Mac computers
  • Group stations
  • Multimedia editing stations
  • Scanning stations
  • Specialized software
  • Blackboard support
  • 3D printing to support class projects

JagExpress (Shuttle Service)

Student standing by a JagExpress bus

Need a Ride? Consider JagExpress!

You can count on JagExpress to get you where you need to be. We offer convenient routes between the Pecan, Technology, Nursing and Allied Health and Starr County Campus along with many points in between. Using JagExpress is fast, easy and free to the public!


Academic Advising

Advising banner showing advisor and group of students

At South Texas College we are prepared to help you along the way. Our advisors will assist you in identifying test requirements, managing your degree plan and ensuring that you are aware of campus tools and resources that can help you become a successful student. You can contact an advisor at a campus near you or call a advising representative at 956-872-8372.

 

Cashiers Office

The Cashiers Office job is the billing and collection of tuition and fees from students in an efficient, timely, professional, courteous and customer-oriented manner.

Installment Plans

Our Installment Plans are designed to let you take your classes while making monthly payments after you pay an initial percentage of your total tuition and fees.

Emergency Loans

If you need to pay your college costs but are running low on time, you may be able to get an emergency loan. These short-term loans must be repaid by the scheduled due dates.


Police and Security

STC police and security posing

For the South Texas College Department of Public Safety, the security and safety of our students is TOP PRIORITY. Important Links South Texas College Department of Public Safety Campus Safety Campus Map Parking Permits To reduce in-person contact at the Department of Public Safety, please email questions concerning lost and found property, incident reports and general questions, comments or concerns to stcdps@southtexascollege.edu. For parking-related questions, please email dps_parking@southtexascollege.edu.


RAVE

RAVEGuardian is available as an app that can be downloaded on both iOS and Android devices using your South Texas College credentials.  The application gives you access to campus resources and the ability to send in anonymous tips to the STC Department of Public Safety.  A separate feature of RAVE is RAVE Emergency Alert, all students are auto enrolled with STC Rave Emergency Alert to receive campus emergency alerts and campus closures notifications through text, phone and email.  You have the accessibility to update your own contact information as it changes through the STC Rave Alert portal.


 

Financial Aid


Distance Learning

South Texas College Online offers students flexible and convenient opportunities to complete their education anytime, anywhere.

Distance Learning Courses are offered in a variety of formats: Online, Hybrid and Web-Enhanced.

  • Online coursework may be completed from any computer that has Internet access.
  • Some instructors require students to take proctored exams. Check the course list for specific information.
  • Hybrid classes divide class meeting-time between online and on-campus locations.
  • Web-Enhanced courses meet on campus as regularly scheduled and have a web component that is either required or elective at the instructor’s discretion.

With South Texas College Online Campus, you can get a quality education from the comfort of your home or office. It’s the smart choice in today’s busy world.

Distance Learning Help Desk 956-872-2598 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am – 7:00pm support@southtexascollege.edu

 

University Relations, Transfer and Articulation Center

The University Relations, Transfer and Articulation Center commonly known to students as “The Transfer Center” is a one-stop shop for students nearing graduation who would like to continue their academic career at a university. Students can stop by and receive assistance on such topics as the transfer process, advice on courses that can be taken that would best fit into their intended baccalaureate degree, assistance on completing applications, or just stop in and peruse the university fliers available in our office.


Student Activities and Wellness

Student Activities and Wellness provides programs and opportunities for students that enhance the collegiate experience and promote a sense of community.

Be Part of Something Big.

YOUR COLLEGE EXPERIENCE WILL BE WHAT YOU MAKE OUT OF IT…

Student Food Pantry

Students at the food pantry

The South Texas College Student Food Pantry supports students who are experiencing food insecurity by providing them with adequate nutritious food. The pantry also keeps the students engaged by connecting them with additional college services to support their retention and graduation. Learn about Student Activities and Wellness in detail by clicking in the Jaguar Journey Presentation:

 

Thank You!

Let’s make this a Great Semester

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Part I – Getting Started                                                             Part II – Policies                                                Part III – Resources