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San Jac competing again for Aspen Prize<\/span><\/h3>\n

San Jacinto College has been named a Top 200 community college in the nation by the Aspen Institute, a prestigious honor that highlights the College\u2019s strong student success and outcomes.<\/span><\/p>\n

This national ranking honors San Jac\u2019s commitment to academic excellence, equitable support services, and measurable results that help students complete credentials and advance their careers.<\/span><\/p>\n

San Jac joins a select group of colleges nationwide whose programs and practices demonstrate high performance in areas such as completion rates, transfer pathways, workforce preparedness, and student support.<\/span><\/p>\n

This distinction reflects the collective work of faculty, staff, and leadership to remove barriers, strengthen pathways, and expand opportunities for learners of all backgrounds.<\/span><\/p>\n

College recognized for online learning excellence<\/span><\/h3>\n

San Jacinto College has been recognized as the No. 6 and one of\u202fAmerica\u2019s Top Online Colleges\u202fby\u202fNewsweek\u202fand global data research firm Statista, highlighting its excellence in online education and digital access. The College ranked among the top institutions nationally for offering flexible, high-quality online programs that support diverse learners, working adults, and students balancing life and work commitments.<\/span><\/p>\n

This honor reflects San Jac\u2019s commitment to expanding access to education and innovative online learning \u2014 a journey that began with its first online courses and has grown through intentional investment in student support, instructional design, and technology.<\/span><\/p>\n

The recognition underscores San Jac\u2019s role in broadening opportunity across the Greater Houston region and beyond, serving students wherever they are while maintaining strong academic standards and outcomes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Learn more about San Jac Online<\/a><\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Award attests to strong veteran support<\/span><\/h3>\n
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San Jac’s veteran services team<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n

San Jacinto College has received the Silver Veteran Education Excellence Recognition Award from the Texas Veterans Commission, honoring the College\u2019s strong commitment to serving student veterans and military-connected learners.<\/span><\/p>\n

This statewide annual award recognizes colleges and universities that provide exceptional education, resources, and support services tailored to veterans and their families.<\/span><\/p>\n

San Jac\u2019s silver distinction places it among the top tier of Texas institutions that prioritize veteran success through centralized support services, veteran-specific advising and orientation, faculty and staff training on veteran-related issues, academic and mental health resources, career support, and a dedicated veterans center.<\/span><\/p>\n

The College also hosts programs like its annual Veteran Resource Fair<\/span><\/a>, helping military students connect with resources and community partners.<\/span><\/p>\n

This recognition celebrates San Jac\u2019s ongoing efforts to help veterans thrive academically and personally as they pursue higher education and future careers.<\/span><\/p>\n

Learn more about San Jac\u2019s veteran services<\/a><\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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