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St Philip's College
San Antonio, Texas · Public community college
Address: 1801 Martin Luther King Dr, San Antonio, TX 78203 · Phone: (210) 486-2000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Apr 2025 · Warning or Equivalent-Factors Affecting Academic Quality · American Occupational Therapy Association; Jun 2026 · Renewal of Accreditation.
St Philip's College is a public trade school in San Antonio, TX offering auto mechanic, culinary, and diesel mechanic programs, accredited by SACS and other specialized bodies.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of St Philip's College carry a median debt of $9,500 and earn a median of $38,224 ten years after entry; the campus's completion rate compared to the state average of 63.5% is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for St Philip's College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid (FAFSA/Pell) can be used here, and 21.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $29,360 | $48,310 | $62,270 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,380 | $56,080 | $71,870 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $40,930 | $58,810 | $70,400 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,380 | $53,340 | $64,770 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $48,600 | $84,440 | $99,490 |
| Electricians | $37,920 | $58,570 | $71,130 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $48,550 | $78,630 | $93,830 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,910 | $62,240 | $68,410 |
| Medical assistants | $31,200 | $39,520 | $46,180 |
| Machinists | $38,600 | $59,180 | $69,800 |
| Medical records specialists | $34,440 | $48,860 | $63,970 |
| Nursing assistants | $30,620 | $37,500 | $43,070 |
| Surgical technologists | $39,950 | $65,220 | $80,790 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $38,270 | $59,840 | $74,100 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 193 | not reported | $35,954 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 146 | not reported | $35,954 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 134 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 77 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 61 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 54 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 50 | $41,213 | $39,549 | $6,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 46 | $30,920 | $30,305 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 43 | not reported | $35,954 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 40 | not reported | $35,954 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 33 | $45,427 | $43,054 | $11,000 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 32 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 30 | not reported | $35,954 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 26 | $49,125 | $50,439 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 26 | not reported | $31,127 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 26 | $30,920 | $30,305 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 24 | $30,920 | $30,305 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 22 | $49,125 | $50,439 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 19 | $45,427 | $43,054 | $11,000 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 18 | $25,289 | $26,458 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | $41,213 | $39,549 | $6,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 16 | $30,920 | $30,305 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 14 | not reported | $32,925 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $45,427 | $43,054 | $11,000 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | $35,954 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 6 | $25,289 | $26,458 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | $30,920 | $30,305 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 1 | $25,289 | $26,458 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
St Philip's College is a public trade and career training campus in San Antonio, Texas, located within a large city. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover costs. Its programs carry accreditation from several bodies, including the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and specialized accreditors for nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and radiologic technology. Across 37 program offerings, the campus awards the most completions in auto mechanic schools (271 completers), culinary & pastry schools (183), and diesel mechanic schools (162).
St Philip's College has an undergraduate enrollment of 12,914 with 1,263 trade program completers reported. The state average completion rate is 63.5%, though this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,224. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data, as is the share of students receiving Pell Grants beyond the 21.9% figure reported.
Given its wide range of program families — from welding and electrician training to medical assisting, CNA, and surgical tech — this campus may suit students seeking short career-focused certificates as well as those pursuing longer technical programs, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students, including career changers, should verify current accreditation status, program details, and outcomes directly through the school's website, by phone, or via the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
St Philip's College offers 37 programs across families including auto mechanic, culinary, diesel mechanic, welding, aviation mechanic, electrician, radiology tech, LPN, medical assistant, CNC machining, medical billing/coding, CNA, surgical tech, and plumbing. The top programs by completions are auto mechanic (271), culinary & pastry (183), and diesel mechanic (162).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Accreditors include the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools along with specialized bodies such as the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Occupational Therapy Association's accreditation council, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 63.5%, for reference.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,224, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly at (210) 486-2000 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
St Philip's College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state funding support, though costs should still be confirmed directly.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm schedules and completion timelines for specific programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status through the listed accrediting bodies and check federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?227854.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a broad mix of trade programs, from auto mechanic to medical assisting, but specific data on program length or scheduling flexibility for adult learners is not reported here; contact the school to discuss fit for career changers.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not detailed in the available data. Contact the school directly or check with your state's licensing board for the specific trade.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach St Philip's College by phone at (210) 486-2000 or visit their website at https://www.alamo.edu/spc/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to research and compare similar institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.