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San Diego City College

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San Diego City College: the applicant's brief

6 findings

  1. The short answer

    San Diego City College is a public community college in the United States, and it suits students who want a broad undergraduate choice at a city-based public institution. It is also a fit for applicants who want to study within the San Diego Community College District and the California Community Colleges system.

  2. What you can study

    The college lists 24 programmes at bachelor’s degree level. Example subjects include Anthropology, Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry, Biology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Creative Writing, Criminology and Criminal Justice, Digital and Studio Art, Economics, Education, and English and Communication Studies.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the college’s official admissions process and check the website for entry requirements, document lists, deadlines, and any visa-related steps. The college website is the place to confirm whether programme-specific requirements apply and what proof of prior study is needed.

  4. What it costs

    The college does not publish a tuition fee range in the available information; confirm the current cost with its admissions office. Living costs in San Diego will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending, so budget separately for those expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm it on the official website before applying. A student moving from abroad should also check visa steps, academic entry requirements, document translation needs, health insurance expectations, and whether the chosen programme has any extra requirements.

  6. How it compares

    Among 2,515 universities in the United States, San Diego City College stands out as a public community college rather than a large research university. That makes it a different option for applicants who want a defined set of bachelor’s-level programmes and a public institution in San Diego.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about San Diego City College

What type of institution is San Diego City College?

It is a public community college.

Which country is it in?

It is in the United States.

How many programmes does it list?

It lists 24 programmes.

What degree level is shown?

Bachelor’s Degree.

Overview

San Diego City College is a public community college in San Diego, California. It is part of San Diego Community College District and the California Community Colleges system. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC).

Programs at San Diego City College

50 programs across 2 study levels.

Other

Professional Accounting & Finance

Accounting

San Diego City College

🎓 Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

Anthropology

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🎓 Full Time
Science

Astronomy

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🎓 Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

Black Studies

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🎓 Full Time
Science

Chemistry

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🎓 Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

Chicano Studies

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🎓 Full Time
Music & Performing Arts

Commercial Music

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🎓 Full Time
Arts, Design & Architecture

Cosmetology

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🎓 Full Time
Computer Science & IT

Cybersecurity

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🎓 Full Time
Music & Performing Arts

Dance

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🎓 Full Time
Arts, Design & Architecture

Design

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🎓 Full Time
Economics & Public Policy

Economics

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🎓 Full Time
Engineering

Electricity

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🎓 Full Time
Engineering

Electronics

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🎓 Full Time
Languages & Linguistics

English

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🎓 Full Time
Arts, Design & Architecture

Fine Art

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🎓 Full Time
Languages & Linguistics

French

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🎓 Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

Geography

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🎓 Full Time
Languages & Linguistics

German

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🎓 Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

History

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🎓 Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

Human Services

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🎓 Full Time
Arts, Design & Architecture

Humanities

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🎓 Full Time
Languages & Linguistics

Italian

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🎓 Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

Labor Studies

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🎓 Full Time
Arts, Design & Architecture

Philosophy

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🎓 Full Time
Arts, Design & Architecture

Photography

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🎓 Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

Political Science

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🎓 Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

Social Work

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🎓 Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

Sociology

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🎓 Full Time
Languages & Linguistics

Spanish

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🎓 Full Time
Music & Performing Arts

Theatre

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🎓 Full Time

Bachelor's Degree

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

Scholarships at San Diego City College

Partial

Transfer Scholarships

Hamline University

Awards for academic achievement, including for Phi Theta Kappa, heritage applicants, and first-generation students.

Open Rolling
Partial

First-Year Scholarships

Hamline University

Merit scholarships awarded based on admission materials with no separate application needed.

Open Rolling

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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