Extremely affordable with priority admission to a university
Students can complete the first two years of their bachelor's degree at a fraction of the cost of a 4-year university, and still have the option of transferring as a junior with admission priority (or even a guarantee) to major universities.
Save thousands of dollars over UC, CSU, private university and career & technical schools! Career training & workforce preparation
Whether you're planning for a brand new career or thinking about upgrading your skills in response to a changing workplace, College of San Mateo encourages you to check out our Career Programs, many of which lead to Degrees & Certificates.
Excellent faculty, dedicated staff
Students receive personal attention from staff, counselors, and instructors. CSM's teaching faculty is among the best in the state, with several professors winning prestigious distinctions and awards, such as Guggenheim Fellow, Fulbright Scholar, and U.S. Professor of the Year honors. While their primary mission is teaching, and their highest priority is what takes place in the classroom, several of our faculty also conduct research and publish. Meet your Faculty
Connect with other students and get involved with a variety of activities (e.g., student clubs, honor societies, stimulating lectures, concerts, cultural events, performances, championship athletic teams).
Beautiful campus
Spectacular views of the Bay Area, perfect weather, a safe campus, easy access, many new state-of-the-art classrooms and buildings with award-winning architecture - it all adds up.
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