Imagine
Your Future At Community College

With free college in San Mateo County, your education is within reach. No fees. No tuition. No debt. No limits. SMCCCD is eliminating the cost of education - it’s time for your college to work for you.

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THE END OF
MAKING ENDS MEET

At each of our three colleges, most of your tuition costs are shouldered by our financial aid programs. There’s personal tutoring. Financial coaching. Tuition and textbook assistance. Food support for eligible students in need.

We notice the gaps. The average rent for a 1BR in San Mateo County is over $3,000.

That’s why at each of our three colleges, most of your tuition costs are shouldered by our financial aid programs. There’s personal tutoring. Financial coaching. Tuition and textbook assistance. Food support for eligible students in need.

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We’ll help you
Overcome barriers
to higher education

Depending on your financial situation, we’re ready to cover you on things like:

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Groceries

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HEALTH SERVICES

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TRANSPORTATION
TO CAMPUS

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The future of your community

Studies show that a college education leads to better mental health, longer life expectancy, and increased public safety.

With a degree or certificate from College of San Mateo, Cañada College, or Skyline College, you can build a better future.

You’ll get the skills and training you need to pursue a fulfilling career in today’s most in-demand fields. And leave footsteps for your family and your community to follow.

There’s a gap. Studies show that a college education leads to better mental health, longer life expectancy, and increased public safety.

With a degree or certificate from College of San Mateo, Cañada College, or Skyline College, you can bridge the gap.

You’ll get the skills and training you need to pursue a fulfilling career in today’s most in-demand fields. And leave footsteps for your family and your community to follow.

Imagine
A BETTER LIFE

Now is the time to move forward. To learn new skills. To live your purpose. To advance your education, so that you can reach your goals.

At SMCCCD, nothing can stop you from imagining a better future for you, your family and your community.

SMCCCD. Imagine.

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San Mateo

For 100 years, College of San Mateo has served the region as a gateway to higher education leading to university transfer, career preparation and advancement, and professional and personal development. CSM offers a wealth of programs that include traditional, semester-length, and short courses, along with distance education, leadership development, student government, student clubs and cultural activities.

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Redwood City

Cañada College offers hundreds of day, evening, weekend, in-person and online courses in programs such as: Sciences, Business, Digital Art and Animation, Medical Assisting, the Arts, and Technical training. From mentoring to financial support, transfer programs to career preparation and advancement from award-winning faculty and staff, Cañada College is committed to empowering students to transform their lives.

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San Bruno

Skyline College is an equity-focused community college serving more than 10,000 students and offering over 100 Associate Degree and Certificate programs. We make it easy to find your community and reach your goals. Located on a beautiful campus overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Skyline College has offered world-class educational opportunities to residents from North San Mateo County and beyond since 1969.

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