San Diego City College is a public community college founded in 1914, making it the oldest institution in the San Diego Community College District. Located in the heart of downtown San Diego, City College serves over 20,000 students and offers associate degrees, transfer programs, and certificates across a wide range of disciplines. As one of the most diverse community colleges in California, the college serves students from across San Diego and internationally, with a strong commitment to equity and student success. The Knights athletic teams compete in the Pacific Coast Athletic Conference (PCAC). San Diego City College is recognized for its urban location, which provides students with access to internships, cultural resources, and career opportunities throughout one of California's largest cities. The college is certified to sponsor F-1 international students and draws learners from around the world to its vibrant downtown campus.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Domestic
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/yr
Out-of-State / Intl
$$10,002
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $10,002
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
