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Mission College

Santa Clara, CA·Public·www.missioncollege.edu/

Campus Identity

Mission College is a public community college in Santa Clara, CA. The nearest beach is about 25 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 73/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Mission College is a public community college in Santa Clara, CA. The nearest beach is about 25 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 73/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$1,104
In-State Tuition
+$100 fees
$8,472
Out-of-State Tuition
+$100 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

25 miles

Half Moon Bay, CA

Ski Access

124 miles

Dodge Ridge Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

58°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

124 mi away
862 skiable acres10 lifts
Yosemite Ski & Snowboard Area

California

130 mi away
88 skiable acres5 lifts

Nearest Beach

Half Moon Bay, CA

Ocean access within 25.1 miles

25 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Santa Clara, CA

51°Jan53°Feb56°Mar59°Apr63°May67°Jun70°Jul70°Aug69°Sep64°Oct56°Nov51°Dec

Station: SAN JOSE · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

73/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety825383
82/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
53/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
83/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$1,104$8,472
Fees
$100$100
Total
$1,204$8,572
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

78 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
369 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
174 grads/yr
Biological and Physical SciencesAssociate's
146 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
110 grads/yr$67,330
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
98 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's28 grads$147,965
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's110 grads$67,330
Sociology
Associate's23 grads$64,174
Psychology, General
Associate's56 grads$48,667
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate369 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's174 grads
Biological and Physical Sciences
Associate's146 grads
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate98 grads
Biology, General
Associate's69 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Certificate43 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Mission College located?

Mission College is located in Santa Clara, CA. The main campus address is 3000 Mission College Blvd, Santa Clara, CA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Mission College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Mission College charges $1,104/year for in-state students and $8,472/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $8,572/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Mission College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Mission College the right fit for me?

Whether Mission College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,472/year out-of-state), campus culture in Santa Clara, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Mission College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Mission College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 58°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
73/100
Nearest Airport
San Jose, CA (SJC) · 4 mialso NUQ (4 mi), PAO (9 mi)

Location

Santa Clara, CA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.