Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 211910
- Phone: (760) 757-2121
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
38%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
22:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
10FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$3,375Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Liberal Arts Degree
The liberal arts program at Mission College prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.
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Mission College
One Barnard Drive, Oceanside, CA
Mission College is located in Santa Clara and is located in the heart of Silicon Valley. Upon graduation students can transfer to a four year college in California or anywhere in the United States. Courses are also available that will prepare one immediately for a career in their field. Tuition is only $46 per unit for California residents.
Degree programs are offered in accounting, business, art, global studies, liberal arts, mathematics, psychology, and social science. Many certificate programs are available as well.
College life is more than classes. Mission College provides many different ways to improve your experience. While on campus, you can take part in student government, attend concerts, meet new people, and study in a beautiful area.
Earning a degree is more accessible to working individuals than ever. The college offers many different courses online that will allow one to complete a degree or transfer to the University of California. Registering for an online course is easy. Online courses are high-tech and allow students to interact with instructors and classmates.
Student clubs allow one to pursue his or her interests and make new friends. On campus clubs include the Asian American Pacific Islander Club, Associated Student Government, Circle K Club, Fire Tech Student Association, French Club, Latino Student Union, MC Dance Club, and Robotic Sciences Association.
Mission College can easily be accessed by public transportation. Access is available via Highways 101, 880, 237 and to the San Jose Mineta International Airport. The college is fully accredited and offers great value for the money.
Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Mission College has offered the following degree levels for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
---|---|
Less Than One Year Certificate | 0 |
Less Than Two-Year Award | 299 |
Associate's Degree | 57 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 140 |
Female | 216 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
---|---|
Asian | 146 |
Black | 8 |
Hispanic | 123 |
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders | 1 |
White | 41 |
Multiple Races | 14 |
Non Resident Alien | 18 |
Unknown | 5 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Liberal Arts program at Mission College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
Description
All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
- Average Annual Salary: $75740
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the students Mission College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Mission College may provide student services including:- Online course work available
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care for children
Intercollegiate Athletics
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Softball
- Tennis
- Badminton