Contra Costa College

Overview:

• Founded in 1949 as Contra Costa Junior College
• Became Contra Costa College in 1958
• Accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC)
• Serves over 15,000 students annually
• Offers over 100 associate degree and certificate programs
• Notable achievements:
  • Recognized as a "Top 100 Community College" by the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program
  • Received the "Excellence in Student Success" award from the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office

Student Life:

• Extracurricular Activities:

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

• Clubs:

  • Academic clubs (e.g., Math Club, Science Club)
  • Cultural clubs (e.g., Asian Student Union, Black Student Union)
  • Special interest clubs (e.g., Anime Club, Gaming Club)

• Sports Teams:

  • Men's and women's basketball, soccer, volleyball, and track and field
  • Co-ed cheerleading

• Student Support Services:

  • Counseling and advising
  • Tutoring and academic support
  • Disability support services
  • Financial aid and scholarships

• Campus Facilities:

  • Library
  • Student center
  • Fitness center
  • Cafeteria
  • Bookstore

Academics:

• Academic Resources:

  • Library with over 100,000 volumes and online resources
  • Writing center
  • Math lab
  • Science lab

• Faculty:

  • Over 200 full-time and part-time faculty
  • Many faculty hold advanced degrees and have industry experience

• Teaching Methodologies:

  • Lectures
  • Discussions
  • Hands-on activities
  • Online learning

• Academic Support Services:

  • Tutoring
  • Supplemental instruction
  • Learning communities

• Unique Academic Programs or Initiatives:

  • Honors Program
  • STEM Scholars Program
  • Puente Project

Top Reasons to Study Here:

Reputation:

Recognized as a top community college in the nation

Rankings:

Ranked among the top 100 community colleges by the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program

Specialized Facilities:

State-of-the-art science labs, fitness center, and library

Industry Connections:

Partnerships with local businesses and industries for internships and job opportunities

• Notable Alumni:

  • Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States
  • Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the United States House of Representatives
  • Jerry Brown, former Governor of California

Services:

• Counseling:

  • Academic counseling
  • Career counseling
  • Personal counseling

• Health:

  • Health center
  • Mental health services

• Housing:

  • On-campus housing is not available

• Library Resources:

  • Over 100,000 volumes
  • Online databases
  • Interlibrary loan

• Technology Support:

  • Computer labs
  • Wi-Fi access
  • Technical support

• Career Development:

  • Career counseling
  • Job placement assistance
  • Internship opportunities