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NVC began offering classes in the fall of 1995 as one of the newest additions to the Alamo Colleges District. As of 2024, there are over 19,000 students taking courses at NVC. Most of the classes offered lead to a two-year associate degree or a one-year certificate option, and a Bachelor of Applied Technology in Cloud Computing!

NVC News & Announcements

The latest news, important announcements, and success stories from NVC. 

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    Vista Music Fest at Northwest Vista College

    The Vista Music Fest at Palmetto Center for the Arts to be held at 7 p.m. each night Monday – Thursday, Nov. 18 – 21.
    Vista Music Fest at Northwest Vista College
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    Veterans Center New Location! Esperanza Veterans Center (EVC)

    Find services dedicated to the needs of military-connected students and their families, with academic advising, career counseling, mental health support, and more!
    Veterans Center New Location! Esperanza Veterans Center (EVC)
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    Free Childcare at Vista

    Northwest Vista College will launch free childcare for kids ages 5-13 for students enrolled in evening and weekend classes this fall semester.
    Free Childcare at Vista
  • NVC Named Fulbright HSI Leader

    NVC Named Fulbright HSI Leader by the U.S. Department of State

    Northwest Vista College is proud to be named as a Fulbright HSI (Hispanic-Serving Institution) Leader for 2024.
    NVC Named Fulbright HSI Leader by the U.S. Department of State
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    NVC Named as a Finalist for Prestigious 2025 Aspen Prize

    The Aspen Institute named Northwest Vista College as a finalist for the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence on June 11.
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    NVC Recognized for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense

    Northwest Vista College has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) by the National Security Agency in recognition of our Cybersecurity and Information Assurance program.
    NVC Recognized for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense
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    NVC Student Advocacy & Resource Center Serves Several Thousand Students

    The Student Advocacy & Resource Center has relocated to the first floor of Pecan Hall and recently expanded services to help several thousand students.... (more)
    NVC Student Advocacy & Resource Center Serves Several Thousand Students

Spotlight Events

Upcoming Events

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    Nominations for Excellence in Teaching Awards

    Monday, November 18
    Students, please take the time to recognize your best instructor by nominating them for the Excellence in Teaching Awards - Nominations open from November 18 through December 8, 2024.
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    Thanksgiving Weekend!

    Thursday, November 28
    Thanksgiving Weekend will begin on November 2th and end on Dec. 1st. The campus will be closed during this time in observation of the Thanksgiving Holiday.
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    Dance@VISTA

    Saturday, December 7, 7:30pm
    The NVC Repertory Dance Ensemble in Concert features Choreography by Faculty, Students & Guest Artist
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    Winter Break Holiday

    Thursday, December 19
    Campus will be closed Dec. 19, 2024 to Jan. 1, 2025 for winter break and reopen on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025 with normal hours.
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    Winter Break Holiday

    Wednesday, January 1
    Campus will be closed Dec. 19, 2024 to Jan. 1, 2025 for winter break and reopen on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025 with normal hours.