(ARLINGTON, TX) JULY 28, 2026 — Ancora Education network brand South Texas Vocational Technical Institute (STVT) is proud to announce that the Corpus Christi and McAllen campuses have been awarded the 2025–2026 School of Excellence Award by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
The ACCSC School of Excellence Award recognizes accredited institutions for their dedication to meeting rigorous accreditation standards and demonstrating high levels of student achievement. To earn this honor, the campuses met all accreditation requirements with no outstanding issues and demonstrated program-level graduation and employment rates that exceed the national average across all ACCSC-accredited institutions.
“These awards are a testament to our dedicated faculty, staff, and students who strive for excellence every single day,” said Yvonne Keathley, Vice President of Operations over STVT at Ancora. “Our mission has always been to provide quality education that empowers students and drives workforce success, and we are deeply honored by this recognition from our accreditor, ACCSC.”
In recognition of this outstanding achievement, the Commission has also granted each campus an extended six-year term of accreditation, effective August 2026.
STVT Corpus Christi and McAllen will be officially recognized and presented with the School of Excellence Award during the 2026 ACCSC Professional Development Conference (PDC).
- Event: ACCSC Annual Meeting and Institutional Awards Celebration
- Date & Time: Friday, September 18, 2026, at 10:30 AM CDT
- Location: The Westin Riverwalk | San Antonio, Texas
About South Texas Vocational Technical Institute™
South Texas Vocational Technical Institute (STVT) has six convenient locations across Texas offering 11 training programs in business, healthcare, skilled trades, and transportation (programs vary by location). Students engage in hands-on learning environments with industry-experienced instructors and financial aid is available for those who qualify. Graduates have access to long-term career assistance, including guidance from our Career Services team, resume building support, professional networking events, and more. STVT is part of the Ancora Education network and a proud member of the Lindenwood Education System. Forge your own future® at stvt.edu.