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Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio

#1866 in US ranking San Antonio, TX
Type:
Private for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$36,359
Tuition & fees
$17,048
Avg. aid
$6,746
Receiving aid
94%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
81%
Median salary
$74,447
1 yr after graduation

What does Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio offer in terms of athletics?

Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio is not presented as a varsity-athletics campus, and no intercollegiate sports teams or athletic association affiliations are identified for it. Applicants should not expect an NCAA-style sports program, athletic recruiting or athletic scholarships on that basis.

That does not rule out informal recreation among students, but an activity organized independently by students is different from an officially sponsored club or intramural league. Anyone hoping to continue a particular sport should verify that an actual opportunity exists locally before factoring it into an enrollment decision.

What student groups and Associations are available at Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio?

The Galen Student Nursing Organization is a named avenue for student involvement at the college. A nursing-focused group can offer opportunities for peer connection, service and professional activities, although its current San Antonio meeting schedule and membership arrangements should be confirmed locally.

Students seeking a particular cultural club, student-government role or professional chapter should ask for the campus's current recognized-organization list. College-sponsored events and informal study groups can also bring students together, but they should not be described as recognized student organizations unless the campus identifies them that way.

Who studies at Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio?

Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio reported 2,953 enrolled students in the institutional figures. Its incoming population includes both people beginning college-level study and students bringing previous coursework: reported first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate enrollment was 645, while transfer-in enrollment was 682.

The student body is predominantly local to Texas. Approximately 99% of students were reported as Texas residents, compared with about 1% from other U.S. states. Among reported full-time, degree-seeking first-year students, 512 were women and 99 were men. These figures describe enrollment categories, not who is eligible or encouraged to apply.

Reported racial and ethnic counts include 997 Hispanic or Latino students, 879 White students and 354 Black students. Because such counts can be collected or categorized differently across reporting systems, they are best used as a descriptive snapshot rather than a complete account of any student's identity or experience.

How does student life look like at Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio?

Everyday student life at Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio is shaped primarily by classes, skills practice, studying and clinical preparation. It is likely to feel different from life at a residential university: students must plan around their own housing and travel to campus and, when assigned, clinical sites.

The nursing focus gives classmates common academic and professional concerns, while differing program schedules may affect when students can meet. An applicant comparing campuses should ask about orientation, tutoring, academic advising, simulation access and how students receive help when a clinical or course schedule changes. Those details may matter more to daily life than a conventional campus-activities calendar.

What libraries are available to students at Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio?

Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio reports one library, identified as the Galen Library. Study-room reservations are reported as available, which may be useful for individual preparation or group work.

For nursing students, access to current clinical literature and research support matters as much as physical study space. Applicants should check the library's current hours, available nursing databases and journals, off-campus access procedures, and whether staff can help locate evidence for assignments. A reservable room should not be assumed to be accessible around the clock.

Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

2953

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

611

Total staff

102 full time, 135 part time

Veterans affair office

No

Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 2,953

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 1,964
Part-time: 989

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 512
Men: 99

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 997
Black or African American: 354
White: 879
American Indian or Alaska Native: 20
Asian: 110
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 9
Two or more races: 41
Unknown: 543

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.