College of San Mateo

Overview:

• Founded in 1922 as San Mateo Junior College
• First community college in California
• Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
• Serves over 10,000 students annually
• Offers over 100 associate degree and certificate programs

Student Life:

• Extracurricular Activities:

  • Over 50 student clubs and organizations
  • Student government
  • Honor societies
  • Cultural events

• Sports Teams:

  • 12 intercollegiate athletic teams
  • Member of the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA)

• Student Support Services:

  • Counseling and advising
  • Tutoring and academic support
  • Career services
  • Health and wellness services

• Campus Facilities:

  • Library
  • Student center
  • Fitness center
  • Performing arts center

Academics:

• Academic Resources:

  • Over 100 full-time faculty members
  • Small class sizes
  • State-of-the-art classrooms and labs

• Teaching Methodologies:

  • Emphasis on hands-on learning
  • Use of technology in the classroom
  • Collaborative learning environments

• Academic Support Services:

  • Tutoring and academic support
  • Writing center
  • Math lab

• Unique Academic Programs or Initiatives:

  • Honors program
  • Dual enrollment program with local high schools
  • Career and technical education programs

Top Reasons to Study Here:

Reputation:

Consistently ranked among the top community colleges in California

• Rankings:

  • 1 Community College in California by Niche (2023)

  • 1 Community College in the Bay Area by U.S. News & World Report (2023)

• Specialized Facilities:

  • Biotechnology and Health Sciences Center
  • Advanced Manufacturing Center
  • Culinary Arts Center

Industry Connections:

Partnerships with local businesses and industries

• Notable Alumni:

  • Jerry Brown, former Governor of California
  • Gavin Newsom, current Governor of California
  • Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States

Services:

• Counseling:

  • Academic counseling
  • Career counseling
  • Personal counseling

• Health:

  • Student health center
  • Mental health services

• Housing:

  • On-campus housing available

• Library Resources:

  • Over 100,000 books and periodicals
  • Access to online databases and resources

• Technology Support:

  • Free Wi-Fi on campus
  • Computer labs
  • Technical support

• Career Development:

  • Career counseling
  • Job placement assistance
  • Internships and apprenticeships