Check out the many different community college options in San Diego County:

• San Diego Mesa

• San Diego City

• San Diego Miramar

• Southwestern College

• Palomar College

• MiraCosta College

• Cuyamaca College

• Grossmont College

To explore other California Community Colleges, adult ed programs, and more, use the San Diego Program Finder.

1. California high school graduates may be eligible for two free years of tuition, which means you can save a lot of money when paying for your education.

2. Students can finish their general education requirements in smaller classroom settings.

3. California community colleges have agreements with California 4-year colleges and universities, which means there are great transfer opportunities. 

4. Students can do 2+2. Two years at a community college and two years at a 4-year college= Bachelor's degree. There is no difference between a Bachelor's degree earned solely at a 4-year university and a Bachelor's degree earned by transferring from a community college.

5. Community colleges offer certificates and associate's degree programs that can prepare you for a career within 2 years or less.