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 Welcome to San Juan College! Our top priority is to help you achieve success and complete your educational goals. Our tagline - Your Dream. Your Future. Our Focus. - is more than a marketing slogan. It is what we truly believe. Through our iCARE values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence, we are committed to turn your dreams into a reality.
It is no secret that today’s challenging economy has required many to increase their education to stay or advance in their current jobs, while others have had to train for an entirely new career. Our staff and faculty take this challenge seriously.
According to data provided by Complete College America, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to helping close gaps and help increase graduation rates, it is estimated that in only 10 years, 62 percent of jobs will require a college education. The most recent data indicates that only 29 percent of New Mexico adults currently have an associate’s degree or higher. These numbers demonstrate just how vital it is that we help clear the path and ensure that we significantly increase the percentage of students who complete their degree.
Along with offering more that 100 degree and certificate program in healthcare, energy, engineering, trades, technology business and more, we also provide you with the flexibility to learn according to your schedule through a variety of online courses.
We also understand how everyday life can sometimes create challenges in completing your education. San Juan College offers a range of supportive services from the Tutoring and Retention Centers to our Online Learning Support Guide on the Side. Our Student Success class provides first-time students with the tools and skills they need to succeed. The Veteran Center supports the education success of our U.S. military veterans and their families, while helping them connect with other community assistance offices and programs.
Having a diverse culture is one of the unique aspects that make San Juan College a great place to learn. The Native American and Hispanic/ Latino Centers focus on integrating cultural, social and academic life.
We offer plenty of opportunities to experience college life through student activities - join a club or become involved in student government. If you are ready to challenge yourself, we have one of the largest Community College Honors programs in the state that will deepen your course-based learning.
Once you’ve completed your degree at San Juan College you can continue to advance your education and earn bachelor’s and master’s degrees right at home through our partnerships with the University of New Mexico and New Mexico Highlands University.
Your future awaits you. We are excited that you have chosen San Juan College, and look forward to being a part of helping you achieve your dreams.
On a final note, I am excited to report that next year’s catalog will be provided completely online. As part of our commitment to adhere to our values of being innovative by maximizing technology, being respectful of our environment as well as fiscally responsible, we feel this is a positive step. While this transition will be seamless for most students, we are providing options for those who prefer or need a printed version. You may choose to download and print all or any specific portion of the catalog from our website, or a fully-printed, bound version will be made available for a small fee in our Copy Services department. We would like to thank you in advance as you help us become even more environmentally conscious.
Dr. Toni Hopper Pendergrass
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