MiraCosta College
1 Barnard Dr, Oceanside, CA, 92056-3899 - 
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MiraCosta College, one of California�s comprehensive, public two-year community colleges, has served the coastal area of North San Diego County for 75 years. Recognizing that individuals and domestic and international communities are diverse and changing, the college is committed to offering a variety of programs and services in Transfer Education, Vocational Education, General Education, Basic Skills Education, Community Education and Support Services....
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| County | San Diego County, CA | - |
| Title IV Eligible | YES | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 3,368 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 6,842 students | 1,444 students |
| Total Enrollment | 10,210 students | 2,213 students |
| Tuition | $20/unit CA resident | - |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 27% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 11% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $2,659 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 24% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $846 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 2% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $1,354 | $1,146 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 3% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $1,831 | $3,129 |
School Notes:
- MiraCosta College is a public California community college serving coastal North San Diego County.
- The college was founded in 1934 as Oceanside-Carlsbad Junior College, the second community college in San Diego County. Changed name to MiraCosta College and moved to Barnard Drive location in 1964.
- Student Resources includes library and information hubs at both the Oceanside and San Elijo campuses; More than 1,000 networked computers for student use; Wellness Center at the Oceanside Campus; free tutoring in nearly every subject; more than 1,000 students participate in Service Learning projects related to class curricula; Honors Scholars Program and active national honor society.
- MiraCosta's Adult Learning Center opened in 1992 at a newly remodeled site on Horne Street. The center relocated to its current Mission Avenue location in 2000 and was renamed the Community Learning Center. Over the years the center has expanded its adult education offerings to include parenting classes, workshops for older adults, and programs for those who are physically and mentally challenged. The Cisco Academy, which offers training in computer networking, is also housed at the center. The college's Small Business Development Center is right next door.
- The college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
- Profile last updated: 03/24/2009.
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- OCEANSIDE: Jury gets case of gang members accused in killing (North County Times)
posted on November 18, 2009 at 04:02:02 am
Joaquin Pruitt's mother said she was unhappy when the18-year-old MiraCosta College student told her he was thinking ofjoining the military; she didn't want her only son sent to war. - Arts & Entertainment Events (Rancho Santa Fe Record)
posted on November 12, 2009 at 10:56:30 pm
Gallery Night in Solana Beach is an art walk from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 19, featuring works such as this modern folk tale interpretation, viewable at Hands on Cedros, 342 S. Cedros Ave., Solana Beach. (858) 847-9827. Pictured is 'Faith,' by Christine Kaiser. MUSEUMS & GALLERIES "Automatic Cities." The architectural imaginary in contemporary art is explored along with the many influences of ... - Arts & Entertainment Events (Solana Beach Sun)
posted on November 12, 2009 at 10:54:30 pm
Gallery Night in Solana Beach is an art walk from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 19, featuring works such as this modern folk tale interpretation, viewable at Hands on Cedros, 342 S. Cedros Ave., Solana Beach. (858) 847-9827. Pictured is 'Faith,' by Christine Kaiser. MUSEUMS & GALLERIES "Automatic Cities." The architectural imaginary in contemporary art is explored along with the many influences of ... - Arts & Entertainment Events (La Jolla Light)
posted on November 11, 2009 at 10:26:59 pm
Gallery Night in Solana Beach is an art walk from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 19, featuring works such as this modern folk tale interpretation, viewable at Hands on Cedros, 342 S. Cedros Ave., Solana Beach. (858) 847-9827. Pictured is 'Faith,' by Christine Kaiser. MUSEUMS & GALLERIES "Automatic Cities." The architectural imaginary in contemporary art is explored along with the many influences of ... - News briefs (Del Mar Times)
posted on November 5, 2009 at 10:51:50 pm
Litter awareness events slated Surfrider Foundation will conduct events for Hold Onto Your Butt Awareness Day in an effort to raise awareness about cigarette butt litter from 10 a.m. to noon on Nov. 14 at three locations in San Diego County. Hold Onto Your Butt Awareness Day will involve activists and volunteers gathering at San Diego's busiest traffic intersections as people arrive at the beach ...
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