School Highlights
Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio serves 2,953 students (67% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 75%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 2,953 students
- Acceptance Rate: 71%
- Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
- Minority enrollment: 74%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 147 teachers has declined by 6% over five years.
Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
147 staff
73 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio has grown by 14% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio diversity score of 0.73 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,953 students
1,385 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
34:1
# Full-Time Students
1,964 students
869 students
# Part-Time Students
989 students
3,352 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,953 students
1,335 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,964 students
837 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
989 students
3,377 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
3%
6%
% Hispanic
41%
47%
% Black
12%
13%
% White
26%
25%
% Two or more races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
15%
5%
Diversity Score
0.73
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
73%
19%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
61%
32%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$38,900
$34,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$23,003
$10,630
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,000
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
71%
72%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio often compared to?
Galen College of Nursing-San Antoniois often viewed alongside schools like Baptist Health System School of Health Professions by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio?
The acceptance rate of Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio is 71%, which is lower than the state average of 72%.
What is Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio's ranking?
Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Diversity in US community colleges.
In what neighborhood is Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio located?
Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio is located in the Northwest Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 1 other community '.college.' located in Northwest Side.
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