SDCCD colleges are open to all. Fall semester classes at City, Mesa, and Miramar colleges begin August 25. Fall classes at College of Continuing Education begin three days later on August 28.
The SDCCD is the largest provider of higher education and workforce training in the
county and is responsible for generating an estimated $5.8 billion in added income
to the regional economy.
The cost of tuition at City, Mesa, and Miramar colleges is a fraction of the cost
for a four-year college or university, and College of Continuing Education is completely
free. Roughly half of students at the three credit colleges end up paying nothing
at all thanks to a multitude of financial aid opportunities, including the San Diego Promise Program, which offers eligible students, plus military veterans, foster youth, returning
students, and others up to two years of a tuition-free education, along with a bevy
of support services.
The SDCCD is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where every
student can be their true selves. Those looking for a guiding hand to help register
or map out an educational plan can contact one of the college campus counseling offices for free sessions with trained academic guidance professionals or visit any of college
websites for more information.
As one of the largest of California’s 73 community college districts, the San Diego Community College District serves approximately 90,000 students annually through its four colleges. San Diego City College, San Diego Mesa College, and San Diego Miramar College offer associate degrees and certificates in occupational programs that prepare students for university transfer and good-paying careers. The credit colleges also offer bachelor’s degrees in high demand fields such as Health Information Management, Cyber Defense and Analysis, and Public Safety Management. San Diego College of Continuing Education, a statewide leader in noncredit education, offers free, adult education programs at seven campuses throughout San Diego.
Members of Mesa College's Culinary program.