San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley START HERE
- Study in-person at Cañada College, College of San Mateo or Skyline College
- Minimum English required (TOEFL iBT 56/IELTS 5.5/Duolingo 85)
- 12+ units required
- Starts in Fall (Aug) or Spring (Jan)
Global Online Learning Program START HERE
- Study online from outside the U.S.
- Minimum English required (TOEFL iBT 56/IELTS 5.5/Duolingo 85)
- No unit requirement
- Starts in Fall (Aug), Spring (Jan), or Summer (June)
University Credit ProgramSTART HERE
- Study in-person at Cañada College
- No English required
- 18-20 hours/week, 4-level program
- Guaranteed admission to Cañada College, College of San Mateo or Skyline College
- 10 start dates in a year, 4-week sessions
Top 10 Reasons to Study With Us
| #1 in Guaranteed University Transfer |
Top-Ranked Colleges (IIE: 2017-2021) |
| First-Rate STEM Education | Internship Opportunities (CPT, OPT) in Silicon Valley |
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50+ Institutional Scholarships Available for All Students |
Early Class Registration for International Students |
| Homestay Referral Program with Dedicated Housing Coordinator |
Campuses Located in Safe Neighbourhood |
| Silicon Valley Intensive English Program (SVIEP) | Popular and Award-Winning Global Online Learning (GOL) Program |
See what our students are saying about San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley
"My favorite element of College of San Mateo is its faculty members and learning resources. Being knowledgeable, inspiring, and approachable, my instructors provide students with much guidance and mind-opening perspectives. Their dedication to education helps us develop academic interests and grow intellectually. In addition, a variety of learning resources, such as the Learning Center and the Writing Center, are also widely available and accessible to students. These resources are successful in assisting us in overcoming academic challenges. As a transfer student graduating with the highest honor, I feel proud and well-prepared because CSM has given me the essential tools for more academic excellence in the future. ”
— Anson Lee, Hong Kong
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