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California Community College Information
Many educational options are offered by the California Community Colleges, including academic and
vocational training programs that may lead to occupational certificates or an Associate of Arts or
Associate of Science degree.
There are 109 community colleges and many off-campus centers that are
administered by 71 districts located throughout the state.
These campuses serve more than 1.6 million students every year. Community college campuses are designed
to be near the state's primary residential centers and are within easy driving distance for most students. A
California resident may attend any community college campus in the state.
Community college students often complete the first two years of a university education and,
if they meet certain requirements, can transfer to the California State University,
the University of California, or an independent institution to complete a four-year degree.
The community colleges also offer remedial instruction in conjunction with the local school districts,
instruction in English as a second language, adult non-credit instruction, and support services to help
students succeed at the postsecondary level. To the extent funding is provided, the community colleges
may conduct institutional research concerning student learning and retention, as needed to facilitate
their educational missions.
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Admission, residency requirements
By law, the California Community Colleges are required to admit any California resident who graduated from high school, and may admit those who have not graduated but are over 18 years of age and can benefit from the instruction offered. The community colleges may also admit any nonresident possessing a high school diploma or the equivalent. More information about residency requirements for fee and tuition purposes can be found in the Guide. Apply on-line at www.cccapply.orgHousing
The following 11 community colleges have on-campus dormitory facilities:- College of the Redwoods
- College of the Siskiyous
- Columbia College
- Feather River College
- Lassen Community College
- Reedley College
- Shasta College
- Sierra College
- Taft College
- West Hills College Coalinga
- Yuba College
Governance and Administration
The 17-member Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges sets policy and provides guidance for the districts and colleges in the system. Appointed by the Governor, the board selects a Chancellor and interacts with state and federal officials and others. Each of the 71 community college districts in the state has a locally-elected Board of Trustees, responsive to local community needs and charged with the operations of the local colleges. California Community Colleges System Office1102 Q Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone: (9l6) 445-8752
http://www.cccco.edu The source of the information on this page is the California Community Colleges System Office.