The Alamo Colleges District’s AlamoONLINE program has received the Quality Matters (QM) Endorsement for Course Design Quality Assurance. This recognition confirms the quality of both AlamoONLINE’s internal review process and its individual courses that meet all QM Essential Review Standards. Alamo Colleges District is the first higher education institution to receive this endorsement from Quality Matters.
All five colleges within the district offer fully online degrees, certificates, and occupational skills awards through AlamoONLINE. Courses that satisfy QM’s standards for Foundational Design include clear learning objectives, assignments and assessments that align with those objectives, user-friendly navigation, and engaging content. These elements are intended to help students concentrate on learning, which supports better retention and completion rates. Courses meeting QM Standards in AlamoONLINE’s internal review process will be listed on QM’s Foundational Design Recognition registry.
“This endorsement reaffirms our commitment to providing high-quality online learning that supports student success at every level,” said Dr. Mike Flores, Alamo Colleges District Chancellor. “It is a testament to the dedication of our talented instructional designers, faculty, and staff to ensure that all learners receive an exceptional online experience.”
In fall 2025, more than 17,600 students were enrolled exclusively in online courses across the district, with over 1,000 faculty members teaching at least one online course section.
AlamoONLINE has plans to expand its virtual support services, such as advising, mental health resources, and academic coaching. The district also plans to use funds from a recently approved $987 million bond to invest in new facilities for academic and workforce programs. These will include centers focused on nursing, advanced manufacturing, and emerging technologies. In addition, a new School for Online Learning will be introduced to provide students with more flexible options and improved digital learning experiences.
For additional details about AlamoONLINE, visit alamo.edu/online.
