Skyline College is a comprehensive community college that provides learner-centered education in a culturally rich and socially responsible environment. The College is proud of its tradition of open access and its climate of innovation. Technology, community partnerships, and economic developmnet are hallmarks of the College. Skyline Offers an array of services and instructional programs to support students in achieving their educational goals and to prepare them for a rapidly changing world.
Skyline College is a community (or junior) college located in San Mateo County, California, within the limits of the city of San Bruno, California, south of San Francisco. It is part of the San Mateo County Community College District and offers more than 80 Associate Degree and Certificate programs.
Through Skyline’s Guaranteed Transfer Program, many Skyline graduates transfer to numerous four-year colleges and universities. Other Skyline college students graduate and achieve an Associate in Arts (A.A.) or Associate in Science (A.S.). Students achieve employment and advancement in business and industry after earning certificates from Skyline’s 43 Certificate programs. Some certificate programs offered include:, Automotive Technology, Biotechnology, Cosmetology, many areas of Business, Early Childhood Education, Respiratory Therapy, Surgical Technology, and Telecommunications & Network Information Technology.
The campus is situated immediately east of a crest that overlooks the San Andreas fault — the uppermost parking lot provides a good view of the fault. Architecturally, the campus dates from the late 1960s. It was built of pre-formed concrete slabs bolted together with steel in anticpation of a great earthquake.
Motto: Achieve
Mascot: Trojan
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In State vs. Out-of-State
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| Percent of Students International: | 1% |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | In-State | Out-of-State | |
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 768 | $ 5,500 | |
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 12 | $ 12 | |
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 3,352 | 28% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 721 | 36% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 724 | 3% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 3,484 | 1% | |
Any Aid: |
39% |
