Community colleges have long served as pillars in the community, contributing to workforce development, skills training, flexible learning, and the local economy. Launching its fourth bachelor’s degree in spring 2026, San Jacinto College provides innovative pathways for students seeking advanced education.
“San Jacinto College aims to drive economic growth by transforming lives through education,” said Shelley Rinehart, assistant vice chancellor for instructional and support program efficacy. “Our goal is to improve our students’ economic and social mobility, creating a lasting legacy for future generations.”
Here are San Jac’s bachelor’s degrees:
Bachelor of Applied Science in education
If you’re a paraeducator/paraprofessional or early childhood educator, consider San Jac’s Bachelor of Applied Science in education with an emphasis in early childhood. This degree will prepare you to work with children from six weeks through third grade. You may also work in an early childhood organization like Head Start or apply for teacher certification to teach preschool through third grade in public schools.
“What sets our particular bachelor’s degree apart is that it is designed for working paraeducators,” said Rinehart. “If you’re already working in a school district or at an early learning center, then you can use those observation hours for the degree.”
- Location: Central Campus or San Jac Online
- Salary Potential: $64,650 (elementary school teachers)*
Bachelor of Applied Technology in logistics and supply chain management
This program, coming in spring 2026, provides you with an affordable, high-quality pathway into one of the nation’s fastest-growing industries.
With the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting a 19% growth in logistics jobs by 2033, the demand for skilled professionals continues to rise. The greater Houston area, a hub for global trade and transportation, needs more degreed professionals who can navigate complex modern supply chains.
- Location: North Campus or San Jac Online
- Salary Potential: $72,157 (logisticians)*
Bachelor of Applied Technology in information technology with an emphasis in cybersecurity
This degree will give you a flexible pathway to enter the cybersecurity field:
- Start as a security analyst or security operations center analyst
- Specialize in network/cloud security, threat intelligence, incident response, and more
- Advance to high-level positions like chief information security officer
If you’re looking for versatile training to match a versatile market, look no further. With a cybersecurity degree, you can find a job that aligns with your unique interests and strengths. Cybersecurity jobs are popping up as fast as new cyber threats, and the field offers plenty of opportunities for career advancement.
- Location: South Campus
- Salary Potential: $113,284 (information security analysts) *
Bachelor of Science in nursing (RN-to-BSN)
San Jac’s 100% online BSN program allows you to learn from where you are. The learner-centric BSN program follows an eight-week course model, which builds on previous education and experience.
The three-semester, 31-credit-hour program focuses on these concepts:
- Community health nursing
- Nursing research
- Public and global health policy
- Informatics
- Leadership
The BSN program answers the needs of both industry and working registered nurses. Top health care organizations advocate for entry-level nurses to hold BSN degrees, and many health care institutions prefer BSN-prepared nurses for leadership, specialized, and research roles. This program allows registered nurses with associate degrees to continue their education conveniently and affordably.
- Location: Central Campus or San Jac Online
- Salary Potential: $108,164 (medical and health services manager)*
*texaswages.com, 2023 median wages, Gulf Coast region
By Melissa Trevizo
