Mission College
Tel:
(408)988-2200
- At Mission College, we have excellent transfer programs and general education courses that will promote your journey to four year institutions and prepare you for higher level learning whether it is the California State System, the University System or a Private University. We also have exemplary signature programs that help to prepare you for the workforce in many areas: Nursing, Fire Technology, Hospitality Management, and many others. Mission can provide classes that will catch you up in math, English, ESL or other areas that provide foundational skills to serve you in any future courses. Our faculty is among the most qualified in the state and our students appreciate the college for its friendly staff and supportive atmosphere. The staff at Mission College is uniquely poised to help and guide your path to the future.
School Highlights
- Mission College serves 8,435 students (25% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 41:1 is lower than the state community college average of 44:1.
- Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 68%.
- Mission College is one of 8 community colleges within Santa Clara County, CA.
- The nearest community college to Mission College is San Jose City College (6.0 miles away).
Top Placements
Mission College places among the top 20% of community colleges in California for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
- Student Earnings Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation)
- Debt For Students Least debt for graduating students
School Overview
- The teacher population of 208 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| Mission College | (CA) Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Total Faculty | 208 staff | 97 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 8,435 students | 7,516 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 41:1 | 44:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 2,095 students | 1,613 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 6,340 students | 5,903 students |
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| % American Indian/Alaskan | - | - |
| % Asian | 44% | 13% |
| % Hispanic | 21% | 37% |
| % Black | 5% | 7% |
| % White | 19% | 32% |
| % Hawaiian | - | - |
| % Two or more races | 3% | 3% |
| % Non Resident races | 5% | 3% |
| % Unknown races | 3% | 5% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.72 | 0.73 |
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| College Completion Rate | 25% | 29% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $40,600 | $34,600 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Mission College is an open access community college serving the ever-changing educational and economic development needs of Santa Clara, Silicon Valley, and the larger community. Seeking to develop community leaders and global stewards in a competitive world economy, the college provides transfer, degree, and certificate programs in lower division arts and sciences; community, career, and vocational education; and educational opportunities in basic skills and English as a Second Language. To accomplish its mission, the college provides the most advanced academic and technological resources, comprehensive student services, and enriching aesthetic experiences to help students succeed and to participate responsibly in a democratic society. Each semester over 10,000 students enroll in over 1,300 day, evening, and weekend classes at Mission College. The educational opportunities at Mission College are extensive. Students can fulfill lower division general education and major requirements for a university baccalaureate degree, obtain an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree, complete a career program leading to employment, upgrade skills for career advancement, or take classes for personal satisfaction and growth. Mission College enrolls 11,000 students each year. Of these, approximately 80% are ethnic minorities. The average student age is 30 and a significant number are working adults attending college part time. Mission is located in the heart of Silicon Valley and has working partnerships with high tech companies such as Intel and Cisco Systems. Mission is part of the West Valley-Mission Community College District, a multi-college district based in Saratoga, California. The mission of the West Valley-Mission Community College District is to be responsive to the educational needs of an ever-changing community and to provide higher education to all persons who can benefit from such activity. The District recognized its responsibility to maintain academic excellence, nurture individual development and enrich the community. In keeping with this mission, the District will be sensitive to the needs of people and committed to action focused on the future.
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to Mission College is San Jose City College (6.0 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- San Jose City CollegePublic9,072 students | 6.00 Mi2100 Moorpark Ave
San Jose, CA 95128
(408)298-2181 6.009,072 - De Anza CollegePublic23,104 students | 6.10 Mi21250 Stevens Creek Blvd.
Cupertino, CA 95014
(408)864-5678 6.1023,104 - Foothill CollegePublic15,030 students | 8.30 Mi12345 El Monte Rd
Los Altos, CA 94022
(650)949-7777 8.3015,030 - West Valley CollegePublic9,062 students | 8.80 Mi14000 Fruitvale Ave
Saratoga, CA 95070
(408)867-2200 8.809,062 - Ohlone CollegePublic11,318 students | 10.10 Mi43600 Mission Blvd
Fremont, CA 94539
(510)659-6000 10.1011,318
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