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San Jose City College is in a large suburb, in San Jose, California. The school is classified as a public college. Students at San Jose City College earn degrees up to the Associate's degree.
The most common major fields study at the school include real estate and construction management, family and social work, and religion and philosophy.
All qualified applicants are admitted as San Jose City College offers open admission.
Some professors at the school are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members. Faculty salaries at San Jose City College are higher than most.
The school, in 2005, had 9,073 students (4,575 full-time equivalent). A larger than average share of the students at San Jose City College are minorities. Adults changing careers are relatively common at the school.
Degree seekers find San Jose City College to be more affordable than many of its peers.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"ôThe mission of San Jose City College is to prepare and empower students for success in a global multicultural society. With the fostering of student learning as its primary focus, the College provides continuous access to a wide range of comprehensive and flexible post secondary academic and occupational programs that prepare Silicon Valley residents of all ages and backgrounds for balanced and productive lives and successful careers. To reach these educational goals, the college provides the appropriate support services to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse student population. In fulfilling this mission, the College assists students in achieving their education, employment, and life long learning goals. These include but are not limited to: . Two year college degrees . Lower-division transfer and general education courses . Certificates . Basic skills instruction . English as a Second Language courses . Distance learning opportunities . Technology and career training . Economic development . Community services courses . Adult non-credit courses This mission is, and shall remain, in accordance with all legislation enacted by the State of California.ö"
More complete details are provided below.
San Jose City College
2100 Moorpark Ave
San Jose, CA 95128-2798
General Phone: (408) 298-2181
Admissions Phone: (408) 288-3700
Financial Aid Phone: (408) 288-3740
http://www.SJCC.EDU
San Jose City College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 144 | liberal arts and sciences, foreign language and literature, English, social services, minority and gender studies, humanities |
| Family And Social Work | 58 | child development, family and consumer science |
| Business And Management | 50 | business, accounting, labor relations, sales and marketing, business management, electronic commerce, small business management |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 50 | dental assistant |
| Engineering Technician | 40 | HVAC tech, laser/optical tech, mechanical engineering tech, manufacturing tech |
| Religion And Philosophy | 31 | philosophy |
| Therapy And Counseling | 20 | substance abuse counseling, psychology |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 20 | computer networking, computer programming, web design, computer support, webmastering, computer science |
| Mechanics And Repair | 20 | electrical installation and repair, industrial electronics tech, computer repair, communications install and repair |
| Real Estate And Construction Management | 18 | real estate |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 10 | criminal justice and police |
| Office And Administration | 10 | administrative assistant, office management |
| Construction Trades | 10 | construction, glazier |
| Production Trades | 6 | machinist |
| Media | 5 | digital communications, communication and journalism, journalism |
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 5 | cosmetology |
| Art Studies | 4 | art studies |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Cooking And Culinary Arts | 0 | culinary arts |
| Science | 0 | physical sciences, biology, chemistry, biological and physical sciences |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 0 | photography |
| Music | 0 | music |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 0 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for San Jose City College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 293 | 47 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 142 | 26 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 69 | 22 |
In 2005, San Jose City College had a total enrollment of 9,073 students (4,575 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 19% |
| Black | 8% |
| Hispanic | 28% |
| Asian | 33% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 11% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 5% |
| 18-19 | 14% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 12% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 90% |
| State unknown | 10% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 57 % |
| Part-Time | 32 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of San Jose, California for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Admissions Phone Number: (408) 288-3700
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 766 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 5,496 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,260 |
Financial Aid:
San Jose City College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 128200)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (408) 288-3740
San Jose City College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 48 | 45 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 6 | 13 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 4 | 8 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 53 | $72,514 | 63 | $68,794 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 53 | $72,514 | 63 | $68,794 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | short term | 5 | $27,500 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | short term | 5 | $27,500 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
Labor and Industrial Relations
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
Small Business Administration/Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Science
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Construction Trades, General
Glazier
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician
Laser and Optical Technology/Technician
Manufacturing Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, and Gender Studies, Other
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Social Sciences, General
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
Journalism
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Dental Assisting/Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Office Management and Supervision
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Photography
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physical Sciences
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Police Science
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Psychology, General
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets San Jose City College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in real estate and construction management (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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