Creating Paths to Opportunity

Among the largest community colleges in California and the nation, San Diego Mesa College is recognized for high academic standards, excellent programs and services, and personal approach to helping each individual student succeed.

Founded in 1964, Mesa has grown to offer 196 associate degree and certificate programs and was the first community college in California to offer a bachelor’s degree. With its rigorous math and science curricula, robust language and humanities offerings, and premier fine art and music programs, Mesa ranks as San Diego’s top transfer institution.

Every semester, between 22,000 and 24,000 students come to San Diego Mesa College to realize their educational and career goals. The Leading College of Equity and Excellence, Mesa College ensures that students from all backgrounds have pathways to opportunity.

Find out more of what makes San Diego Mesa College exceptional.