- De Anza's multicultural community provides a welcoming and supportive environment for all students. We have an excellent International Student Program, serving nearly 800 students from all over the world. Students of all ages come to De Anza to learn, discover and improve the quality of their lives. Our support services for students with disabilities have become models for other community colleges.
School Highlights
De Anza College serves 26,518 students (36% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 40:1 is higher than the state community college average of 32:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 26,518 students
- In-state tuition: $1,542
- Out-state tuition: $8,247
- Student:teacher ratio: 40:1
- Minority enrollment: 83%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
De Anza College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Completion Rates
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 665 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
De Anza College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
665 staff
315 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of De Anza College has grown by 42% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 40:1 has increased from 28:1 over five years.
The De Anza College diversity score of 0.72 is more than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
26,518 students
9,796 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
40:1
32:1
# Full-Time Students
9,414 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
17,104 students
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
265 students
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
9,414 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
17,104 students
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
43%
13%
% Hispanic
25%
47%
% Black
3%
7%
% White
17%
23%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
5%
5%
% Non Resident races
5%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.72
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
67%
42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$48,800
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,542 is more than the state average of $1,516. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,247 is more than the state average of $6,779. The out-state tuition has declined by 19% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,542
$1,516
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,247
$6,779
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
73%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,500
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
93%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- De Anza offers two-year transfer programs and high-demand career programs leading to an Associate in Arts or an Associate in Science degree. In addition, certificates of completion, achievement and proficiency are awarded upon satisfactory completion of certain vocational programs that require less than two years of study. The college is known for its dynamic student activities program, which features successful intercollegiate athletic competitions, intramural team sports, more than 40 student clubs and an active student government. De Anza receives official recognition from the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The Special Education Division offers a comprehensive program in our Computer Access Lab serving the computer related needs of students with disabilities. The state-funded High Tech Center Training Unit is a training and support facility for community college programs in assistive technology.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does De Anza College cost?
De Anza College's tuition is approximately $1,542 for In-State students and $8,247 for Out-State students.
What is De Anza College's ranking?
De Anza College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Largest student body, Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.
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