Description

Mission College is an open access community college serving the ever-changing educational and economic development needs of Santa Clara, Silicon Valley, and the larger community. Seeking to develop community leaders and global stewards in a competitive world economy, the college provides transfer, degree, and certificate programs in lower division arts and sciences; community, career, and vocational education; and educational opportunities in basic skills and English as a Second Language. To accomplish its mission, the college provides the most advanced academic and technological resources, comprehensive student services, and enriching aesthetic experiences to help students succeed and to participate responsibly in a democratic society.

Offering more than 70 academic, vocational, basic skills, and enrichment programs, Mission is a great place to earn an Associate's degree, certificate of proficiency or to prepare for transfer to a four year university.

With its highly diverse and active student population, the environment at Mission College makes it easy to meet new friends every day. Our faculty is among the most qualified in the state and our students regularly praise our college for its small, intimate campus and its supportive and friendly atmosphere.

Mission has many programs and services to ensure student success. Financial Aid can help make college affordable. The Counseling Department helps students set achievable goals with guidance through orientation, study skills and career courses. Mission's Career Center and Job Placement Office help students transition to the working world after college and sponsor a job fair every year featuring more than 60 employers.

Each spring semester, Mission College hosts the largest college fair in the San Francisco Bay Area, where more than 180 national and international colleges and universities are represented. With modern facilities, state-of-the-art equipment, and a well-trained, enthusiastic support staff, this is the place to learn, grow, and make friends!

Quick Facts

Location

Southwest

Setting

Mid-size City Setting

Type

Public

Size

Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)

On-Campus Housing Available

No

In-State Tuition

$698

Out-of-State Tuition

$5,474

Selectivity

Open Admissions

Enrollment

12,233

Students

Total Students
12,233

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
32%
Part-Time
68%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
86%
Out-of-State
14%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
4%
Asian
45%
Caucasian
19%
Latino
18%
Other
14%

Students State Origin

California
86%
Other
14%

International Students

International
3%
Domestic
97%