Get to Know the California Community College System

Get to Know the California Community College System

Details There are 115 community colleges in the state of California. You do not need good high school grades to go to community college. Your diploma and determination are enough! Eleven campuses offer housing. You must apply early to get housing consideration.

Degrees Available CA Associate of Science (A. S. ) and Associate of Arts (A. A. ) degrees are designed to prepare a student for transfer to a 4 -year institution to pursue their bachelor's degree. Ideally, you would spend two years at the CA community college (like your freshman and sophomore year) and the final two years at a 4 -year institution (like your junior and senior years). However, it could take longer than this to get a “ 4 -year degree. ” Your status in college is determined by how many units you have, not how old you are (like in high school).

AAS and AAB Associate of Applied Science (A. A. S. ) and Associate of Applied Business (A. A. B. ) degrees are "career" programs that prepare students for employment. A. A. S. and A. A. B. graduates sometimes pursue a bachelor's degree but should work with their academic advisor to prepare for that transfer.

What are some program options MSJC offers that don’t take 4 years to complete? Here is just a sampling: American Sign Language Photography Automotive Technology Real Estate Diagnostic Medical Sonography Social/Behavioral Science Fire Technology Turf and Landscape Management/Supervision Water Technology Medical Assisting Wine Industry and Hospitality

How much does it cost? The average annual in-state two year college tuition in California was $3, 957 for the 2019 school year. That did not include scholarships and grants.

New admissions programs as of Fall 2020 First Year Experience Program California Promise Grant – Formerly known as the Bog grant

First Year Experience Program Mt. San Jacinto College’s First Year Experience (FYE) Program is designed to make sure students have a smooth transition into college life. We provide first year students with extra support during their first two semesters, so they connect with the college and identify a degree path that leads to faster degree completion or transfer. As a result, students in FYE are more likely to persist to their second year than their fellow-peers. FYE applications must be received by May 31, 2020 to receive early registration for Fall 2020 and Spring 2021. Applications received after May 31, 2020 will only receive early registration for Spring 2021.

Promise Grant The MSJC Promise removes a major financial barrier to attending college by providing first-time, full-time students with FREE tuition beginning Fall 2019 (while funds last). To be eligible for the MSJC Promise, students must meet all of the following criteria: • Must apply for admission at msjc. edu/apply • Must join the First-Year Experience program • Must be a California resident or exempt group • Must have a high school diploma or GED • Must be a first-time student (no transfer units) • Must apply for FAFSA or California Dream Act Application • Must be enrolled in and complete at least 12 units per term in the Fall and Spring semesters • Must take English, Math and GUID-100 (College Success) in the first year • Must maintain a minimum 2. 0 GPA while at MSJC

Sounds interesting. What do I do now? Of course, you can see your counselor for more info. But you can also go to the Career Center to find out more, including when MSJC representatives are on campus. Check out their website! msjc. edu

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