Military Support Services

MSS has full-time offices at JBSA Fort Sam Houston, Lackland, and Randolph.  We provide information, enrollment services, and advocacy primarily for active-duty families.

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Student Support for Military Families

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We support and advocate for active military families in areas not limited to:

  • Admissions & Enrollment
  • Residency & Tuition Rates
  • Tuition Assistance & MyCAA Funding
  • Changes due to Deployment
  • Overseas Advocacy
  • Many more -Ask us!

Phone (210) 486-2001
Remote Zoom ID: 2104862001

Email Us

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Student Satisfaction Survey

Enrollment Preference Survey

Joint Base San Antonio Offices

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Operating Hours:

In-person services
are available at JBSA sites Monday-Thursday from 0800-1600.

Remote services are available Monday-Friday from 0800-1700 through email, phone, and Zoom conferences. 

During June & July, we are closed Fridays

Fort Sam Houston

Lackland

Randolph

REMOTE ZOOM ID: 2104862001

Courses Supporting Military-Connected Families

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We provide courses on JBSA installations, on campus, and online.

Active military has priority for all JBSA installation courses.

SPC saves seats in online and campus courses for our Military & veteran-connected families.

Spring Courses

Summer Courses

Fall Courses

Military & Vet Priority Courses

MyCAA | Military Spouse Scholarship

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The Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) Program offers up to $4000 for qualified military spouses towards a degree or certificate.

Spouses are encouraged to check MyCAA to qualify for funding for their program at St. Philip's College!

More on MyCAA

College Catalog / Programs

Education Plan Template (ETP)

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MyCAA Scholarship

GEM | Air Force General Education Mobile

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Air Force General Education Mobile (GEM) is a partnership between CCAF and partnering accredited civilian schools to provide general education courses to meet CCAF requirements, online.

Let SPC help you finish your CCAF degree online, from anywhere around the globe!

More on GEM

All Course Search

Center for Distance Learning

 

AFVEC, ArmyIgnitED & Navy College Portals

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MSS provides assistance related to military education portals such as Tuition Assistance (TA) billing, grade reporting, graduation verification, reimbursement actions, and more. 

Contact us if you need assistance!

AF Virtual Education Center

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Navy College

 

Workshops & Enrichment

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SPC provides free enrichment opportunities for our military & veteran families beyond the classroom.

Look for Information Sessions on topics such as Paying with TA, the MyCAA Program, Resume Writing, Financial Literacy, and more.

 

Student Life at SPC

Financial Literacy

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Cost of Attendance 

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Annual estimates for Tuition & Fees, Room and Board, Books, Transportation, and Miscellaneous expenses.

Understand how Residency impacts tuition rates.

Paying for college at SPC.

For specific program cost estimates, please contact our team for assistance.

See below for DoD Funded Tuition & Fee rates.

Estimated Cost Per Year

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Residency Information

Paying For College at SPC

Net Price Calculator

Tuition, Fee & Refund Information

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In most cases, military families are eligible for our lowest, in-state tuition rates. Contact us for a review!

 

 

Refund and return of unearned Tuition Assistance policies.

 

 

Military Residency Verification

DoD Tuition & Fees 2024-25

Refund Policies

Return of Unearned TA Policy

 

Payments & Payment Deferments for TA & MyCAA Students

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Sometimes payment deadlines come before funding is approved or before request windows open.

We provide payment deferments for students with delayed federal funding such as TA, VA, or MyCAA.

Don't get dropped!  Contact us if you have any questions.

Students with an outstanding balance from a previous semester secured by deferment will not be eligible for subsequent deferments until the previous balance is paid.

 

 

Payment Deadlines

SUBMIT TA/MyCAA PAYMENT

Payment Deferment Request



Decision-Making Information

St. Philip's College does not engage in high-pressure recruiting tactics, nor do we provide additional compensation for the recruitment of military-connected families. If you have any questions, please contact us.

Before engaging in any voluntary education activities, please consult your education service office for guidance regarding service-specific requirements, instructions, and/or regulations. 

College Accreditation

Program Accreditation

DoD Voluntary Ed Partnership

TA Decide Tool

Paying for College (CFPB)

College Financing Plan

College Scorecard

College Navigator

Financial Aid

Veterans Education Benefits

Career Services

Disability Support

Additional Services, Resources & Information 

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The Good Samaritan Veterans Outreach & Transition Center provides no-cost services to all Active Duty, Retired, Veterans, and their families.

College for All Texans provides information about attending college in Texas. 

The Texas Veterans Commission provides information on education, claims, employment, and more.

GSVOTC Information

College for All Texans

Texas Veterans Commission

Military One Source

Contact Information

Military Support Services Team
dst-military@alamo.edu
210-486-2001
Mon-Thu 0800-1700
Fri 1000-1700

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