Distance Learning:
voice: 956.364.4950
fax: 956.364.5154
toll-free: 800.852.8784
Director:
Ramiro De la Rosa
voice: 956.364.4950
Email: Distance Learning
Mailing Address:
Distance Learning
TSTC Harlingen
1902 North Loop 499
Harlingen, TX 78550
Location:
The Distance Learning office is located in the State Representative Irma Rangel Science & Technology Building, Room 104.
Office Hours:
M-Th: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat., Sun.: Closed

Distance Education Student Satisfactory Progress and Graduation

Technical and Academic Advising for Distance Education Students

Technical and Academic advisors are assigned to advise distance education students about their academic progress toward graduation. Academic advisors are located within the various academic departments. Academic Advisors help distance education students ensure progress toward their educational goals, ensure students take courses in the proper sequence and help students plan class schedule. Learn more about Technical and Academic Advisors at:
  • Technical and Academic Advisors for Distance Education Students

    Graduation Requirements for Distance Education Students

    Specific information about graduation is located in the Admissions and Records Office and on the web at:

  • Graduation Checklist for Distance Education Students

    Specific Virtual College of Texas graduation candidate information is also available on the website listed above.


      Student Services

      Distance Education Students have access to the following services:

    • Admissions
    • Bookstore
    • College Information Office
    • Counseling and Testing
    • Financial Aid
    • Student Receivables
    • Student Success
    • Support Services

      Library/Learning Resources

      Distance Education Students have access to the Library, whether on campus or online. For on-campus use all students must have a valid student ID. You can pick up your student ID at the Admission and Records Office. For online access click on the link provided below.

      Library/Learning Resources


      Health Services

      Student Health Services offers first aid, limited health care, and counseling regarding personal health needs. If you need to see a physician you will be referred to your private physician. If you do not have a physician, you will be referred to a local physician in your area.
       

      Angela Alvarado LVN
      Health Services
      Phone: (956) 364-4305

      Anna Ruiz LVN
      Evening Nurse
      Phone: (956) 364-4306

      Location: Student Center Building
      Room #132

      Office Hours:
      Mon- Th: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
      F: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
      Sat., Sun.: Closed

       


      Accommodation Statement for Distance Education Students

      If you have a documented disability which will make it difficult for you to carry out the work as the instructor has outlined and/or if you need special accommodations due to a disability, please contact (956) 364-4520 or visit Support Services Office located in the Auxiliary Building as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.

    • Support Services

      Student Handbook

    • Student Handbook
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