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Business, economics & information technology

Accounting
Accounting
In any business, it's all about the bottom line. Accounting skills are critical to succeed in today's fast-paced business world.
From creating a small business to working in non-profit or corporate finance to becoming
a tax preparer, an accounting course is just the beginning!
We have the accounting courses you need to help you reach your professional and personal goals.
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Business Administration
Business Administration
(Marketing, Entrepreneurship. Management)
We are proud to announce the Associate of Science -Transfer (AS-T) in Business Administration! San José City College now offers the fastest and most effective way to transfer to a California State University (CSU).
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Business and Data Analytics
Business and Data Analytics

Computer Applications
Computer Applications
Take a course offered in the Computer Applications department to enhance and demonstrate your computing skills! Successful Computer Applications students prove their competency and mastery in:
- Word Processing, using Word to compose documents, create mail merges, make quality business brochures, and create portfolios of business documents.
- Spreadsheet Management, using Excel to calculate large spreadsheets, generate charts, and use formulas

Economics
Economics
As economic majors, students have learning opportunities that are relevant to many types of careers, including public policy, government agencies and government related organizations (for example, the Federal Reserve System and the Bureau of Labor Statistics), business, data analysis, accounting and education.
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Emerging Technology Entrepreneurship
Emerging Technology Entrepreneurship

Real Estate
Real Estate
San José City College offers the fastest way to a real estate career!

Computer Information Systems
Computer Information Systems
Our department offers degrees and certificates in five major areas:
- Computer Programming
- Network Administration
- Web Developer
- MS.NET Application Development
- JAVA
- Enterprise Programming
Healthcare & Human Services

Dental Assisting
Dental Assisting
Renowned for our excellent program and accolades in contests around the nation, the San José City College school of Cosmetology prides itself on being the top cosmetology school in California.
We offer an unmatched curriculum for all ages, an award-winning dedicated staff, and inexpensive services for men and women. Please browse the categories below for more.
Learn more about Dental Assisting
Emergency Medical Services
Emergency Medical Services
People who take our courses come from a variety of backgrounds and aspirations.
They include law enforcement, fire service, emergency medicine, emergency room technician, security, lifeguard, CERT, childcare, educators, and emergency managers, to name a few.
Learn more about Emergency Medical Services
Medical Assisting
Medical Assisting
(Clinical & Administrative Assistant)
Medical Assistants play a vital role in the management and efficient operations of doctors' offices, clinics, and other medical facilities. With the growth of the aging baby-boom population, the demand for preventive medical services continues to increase, and physicians will hire more medical assistants to perform routine administrative and clinical duties, allowing the physicians to see more patients.

Pre-Health Programs Preparation (Nursing, Rad Tech, Dental Hygiene, Respiratory Therapy)
Pre-Health Programs Preparation
(Nursing, Rad Tech, Dental Hygiene, Respiratory Therapy)

Pre-Med, Pre-Dental, Pre-Pharm, Pre-Vet Program Preparation
Pre-Med, Pre-Dental, Pre-Pharm, Pre-Vet Program Preparation
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Humanities, social Science & Education

Administration of Justice
Administration of Justice
In the Administration of Justice program, you can learn about the functions and relationships of the police, prosecution, courts, probation and correctional systems of the United States.
The Administration of Justice program offers practical and technical instruction designed to meet the increasing demand for criminal justice system employees and provides opportunities for current employees to upgrade their skills.

Alcohol & Drug Studies
Alcohol & Drug Studies
As a student in the Alcohol and Drug Studies program, you will prepare to work with the alcohol and other drug-dependent population and the family and employer of the chemically dependent person.
The program addresses community needs for trained alcohol and other drug specialists to work and volunteer in public and private agencies in the Bay Area and across California.
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Child and Adolescent Development
Child & Adolescent Development

Developmental Disabilities Specialist
Developmental Disabilities Specialist

Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood Education
San José City College offers an Associate in Science (AS), Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) and various Certificates of Achievement in Early Childhood Education.
Our Graduates of the Associate in Science Degree Program qualify through academic preparation and field experience for work in child centers, pre-schools, day care facilities, infant and toddler centers and other programs serving young children.

Economics
Economics
Do you ever wonder why food costs rise when gas prices spike?
Have you ever questioned why U.S. politicians worry when other countries talk of going bankrupt?
Did you ever wonder why you can’t get a reasonable interest rate on your savings account?
You will learn the answers and much more by studying Economics.

Elementary Teacher Education
Elementary Teacher Education

Global Studies
Global Studies
As a Global Studies student, you will compare regions across the globe to shed light on world issues. Global Studies include many fields, including political science, economics, and cultural studies.
But, Global Studies students don’t just think on a large scale. They study how something like climate change can affect hundreds of nations, but they also consider its effects on their backyard.

Law, Public Policy & Society
Law, Public Policy & Society

Liberal Studies: Social & Behavioral Science
Liberal Studies: Social & Behavioral Science

Social Justice Studies (Incl. Emphasis in Ethnic Studies, African-American Studies, Asian American Studies, Chicanx / Latinx Studies, and Gender Studies)
Social Justice Studies
INDUSTRIAL & TECHNICAL CAREERS

Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology
Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology
Are you looking for a challenging field that will put you in the center of operating systems?
San José City College offers a complete Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology
program that will provide you with highly sought-after skills and knowledge to keep
systems running smoothly.

Construction Technology
Construction Technology
(Includes Residential Carpentry and Residential Maintenance)
Jobs in the Construction industry are expected to grow by 16% in the next ten years!
The SJCC Construction Technology program prepares students for entry into the construction trades, which require technical skills and an understanding of the construction process.
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Cosmetology
Cosmetology
Renowned for our excellent program and accolades in national contests, the San José City College school of Cosmetology prides itself on being the top cosmetology school in California.
We offer an unmatched curriculum for all ages, an award-winning dedicated staff, and inexpensive services for men and women. Please browse the categories below for more!

Esthetics
Esthetics
The Esthetics staff at San José City College are some of the most passionate and well-trained staff in Esthetics services in the nation.
In addition to teaching weekly classes, many full-time instructors also practice independently.

Facilities Maintenance Technology
Facilities Maintenance Technology
In response to requests from industry partners, San José City developed this program to prepare participants to monitor, maintain and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment in facilities ranging from operating rooms, hotels, commercial buildings to clean rooms.
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Machine Technology
Machine Technology
The contributions of the American machinist are felt in nearly every facet of industry - from the production of nuts and bolts measuring within one one-thousandth of an inch in accuracy - to a full-scale space shuttle.
Accuracy is the essence of any machined product. After reading blueprints, the machinist must take raw material and form and fabricate it into a finished machined part.
Learn more about Machine TechnologyLanguages & COMMUNICATION

Communication Studies
Communication Studies
Communication Studies courses are essential to the core General Education degree requirements.
Take classes with us and learn to communicate effectively through public speaking, community engagement, group situations, cross-cultural contexts, persuading others, work, family, and relationships.
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English
English
Jumpstart your college education with the English department!
College composition courses are required for all Associate degrees and to transfer to a four-year college or university.
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ESL
ESL (English as a Second Language]
The ESL Program at San José City College serves students who identify themselves as learners of English as a second language.
Our program helps students of all ages and backgrounds achieve their education, employment, and lifelong learning goals by providing instruction in English as a second language.
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Journalism
Journalism
Journalism at San José City College is a multi-faceted program that offers classes in broadcasting, mass media, writing and reporting, and newspaper production and management.
Winner of General Excellence awards from professional and collegiate journalism organizations, the campus newspaper, SJCC Times, in print and online sjcctimes.com offers training and experience in preparing news in print and electronic formats.
Learn more about JournalismPERSONAL & CAREER EXPLORATION

PERSONAL & CAREER EXPLORATION
Personal & Career Exploration
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STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering & mathematics

Biological Sciences
Biological Sciences
The San José City College Biology Program offers lecture and lecture-laboratory classes to meet various student needs.

Business and Data Analytics
Business and Data Analytics

Chemistry
Chemistry
San José City College's chemistry courses are transferable to universities in the UC and CSU systems, as well as most private universities and degree programs nationwide.
Learn more about Chemistry
Computer Information Systems (Includes: Web Development, Networking, and Programming)
Computer Information Systems
(Includes: Web Development, Networking, and Programming)

Emerging Technology Entrepreneurship
Emerging Technology Entrepreneurship

Liberal Arts- Scientific Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning
Liberal Arts
Scientific Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning

Pre-Med, Pre-Dental, Pre- Pharm, Pre-Vet Program Preparation
Pre-Med, Pre-Dental, Pre- Pharm, Pre-Vet Program Preparation
Learn more about Pre-Med, Pre-Dental, Pre-Pharm, Pre-Vet Programs
VISUAL, PERFORMING & MEDIA ARTS

Dance
Dance
Through dance education and performance you will learn new awareness of many personal and cultural issues.
Through human movement and dance tradition, you will gain perspective on understanding diversity and change in our society.
Dance is a universal language used to communicate openly and freely with all people.
With concerts, technique classes, and courses in choreography and dance appreciation you will have opportunities to experience Dance at San José City College regardless of your prior experience or ability.

Liberal Arts and Humanities
Liberal Arts and Humanities

Digital Media Arts (Includes Digital Media Arts, Motion Arts, Print Media, Web/Interactive Design)
Digital Media Arts
(Includes Digital Media Arts, Motion Arts, Print Media, Web/Interactive Design)

Theatre Arts
Theatre Arts
Theatre and Dramatic Arts
You will better understand the dramatic arts by studying theater, film, and acting.
Enroll in an acting class or theater performance class, or participate “behind the scenes” in performances in our own renovated City College Theater. Choose from courses that will meet general education transfer requirements.
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Did you know you can discover your SPOT with more than two dozen degrees for transfer?
Did you know you can discover your SPOT with more than two dozen degrees for transfer?
Every year, nearly 40,000 California community college students earn an Associate Degree for Transfer that guarantees them admission as juniors to a Cal State campus and other participating universities.
- Administration of Justice AS-T
- Biology AS-T
- Business Administration AS-T
- Child & Adolescent Development AA-
- Communications Studies AA-T
- Early Childhood Education AS-T
- Economics AA-T
- Elementary Teacher Education AA-T
- English AA-T
- Geography AA-T
- Global Studies AA-T
- History AA-T
- Journalism AA-T
- Kinesiology AA-T
- Law, Public Policy, and Society AA-T
- Mathematics AS-T
- Nutrition and Dietetics AS-T
- Political Science AA-T
- Psychology AA-T
- Public Health Science AS-T
- Social Justice Studies AA-T
- Social Justice: African American Studies AA-T
- Social Justice: Asian American Studies AA-T
- Social Justice Chicanx/Latinx Studies AA-T
- Social Justice: Gender Studies AA-T
- Sociology AA-T
- Spanish AA-T
- Studio Arts AA-T
- Theatre Arts AA-T
There's more than one pathway
to opportunity and a successful future!
There's more than one pathway
to opportunity and a successful future!
Upcoming events
View all eventsThe Alumni Exhibition
This exhibition showcases SJCC Art Department alumni including ten former students in various stages of their academic journeys. A range of materials including glass, clay, metal, paint and textiles are transformed through their hands into provocative and personal artworks.
SJCC Robert N. Chang Family Foundation Scholars
We proudly introduce our 2023 Robert N. Chang Family Foundation Scholars, who will transfer to four-year universities. The scholarship will help pay for their studies for up to two years as our students earn their bachelor's degrees.
Adrianne Belardes is transferring to San José State University and will major in Psychology.

Flor Gomez is transferring to San José State University and will major in Sociology.

Hnin Yee Ko is transferring to San José State University and will major in Computer Science.

Anh Quach is transferring to UC Davis and will major in Sociology.

Rosario Alexis Rivera is transferring to Santa Clara University and will major in Psychology.

Iliana Rodriguez is transferring to Santa Clara University and will major in Sociology.

Alejandro Ordaz Saldivar is transferring to Grand Canyon University and will major in Biology.

Jacky Thai is transferring to UC Irvine and will major in Psychological Science.

We want to help you succeed
The last couple of years have been challenging for all of us. San José city college is committed to keeping you on track to help you meet your academic and career goals with: