DE ANZA COLLEGE (De Anza)
- 21250 Stevens Creek Blvd.
- Cupertino, CA 95014
- OPEID College Code: 00448000
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- General Phone: (408) 864-5678
- President: Brian Murphy
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 25,191
- College Alias: De Anza
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De Anza College is a two-year community college located on a 116-acre campus in Cupertino, California. It offers associate's degrees in 60 academic programs, and certificates of completion in 125 vocational training and academic programs. De Anza also offers special study programs for students planning to transfer to four-year universities, and has a very high rate for successful transfers. It offers lifelong learning courses, an honors program, and distance learning programs through online courses.
Some of the many career training fields offered at De Anza are accounting, animation, business administration, child development, film and television production, health technologies, law enforcement, marketing, medical assisting, network design, nursing, real estate, wildlife management, and more.
De Anza College is known for the cultural and ethnic diversity of its students and the communities it serves. There are also diverse education opportunities at De Anza, with many interdisciplinary courses and collaborative learning. Classes in basic skills English and English as a Second Language (ESL) are offered, as well as an International Students program.
History
De Anza College was founded in 1962, and its first classes were held in 1967.
Academics
The academic calendar for De Anza College follows the quarterly format, with fall, winter, and spring quarters, and a summer "session."
Colleges and Schools
De Anza College divides it academic areas into instructional departments that cover a wide range of topics. Its degrees and certificate programs, or areas of study are:
- Accounting
- Administration of Justice
- Art
- Automotive Technology
- Biological Sciences
- Business Administration
- Business Software Applications
- Child Development
- Computer Aided Design
- Computer Information Systems
- English
- Environmental Studies
- Film/TV Production
- Global Studies
- Graphic and Interactive Design
- Health Technologies
- Intercultural Studies
- Journalism
- Kinesiology
- Leadership and Social Change
- Liberal Arts
- Management
- Manufacturing and CNC
- Massage Therapy
- Medical Laboratory Technology
- Museum Studies
- Music
- Nursing
- Paralegal Studies
- Photographic Arts
- Professional Photography
- Project Management Practitioner
- Real Estate
- Speech Communication
- Technical Writing
Student Life
Students at De Anza College can take advantage of a very dynamic activities program, with more than 60 student clubs representing a range of interests, and intramural team sports, student government, cultural events, performing arts, and more.
Student services include programs like "First Year Experience," "Summer Bridge," and others that promote student success and retention. Financial aid is available, as is health care, career services, open computer labs, media labs, a library, and more.
The Euphrat Museum of Art at De Anza College is a center for art and creativity, as well as learning and social engagement. The museum has an award-winning arts and schools program, a student intern program, and campus programs and presentations.
Traditions
The school colors are crimson and gold, and the school mascot is the Don. The origin and characterization of the "Don" is unclear, and De Anza College has considered selecting another mascot in recent years.
Athletics
De Anza College's 19 award-winning athletic teams compete in many intercollegiate sports, including:
Men's Sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Water Polo
Women's Sports:
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
Satellite Campuses
De Anza College has one campus, and is one of two community colleges in the Foothill-De Anza College District.
Community Life
Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, south of San Francisco, De Anza College serves the communities of Cupertino, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Sunnyvale and portions of San Jose.
De Anza College is committed to providing services and partnerships that benefit the communities it serves. It offers short courses to community members, performances, exhibits and events that are open to the public. Many campus facilities are available for rent to support community events and organizations.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Website
- www.deanza.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Suburban-Serving Multicampus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Very Large Two-Year
- Foothill College
Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.deanza.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: De Anza Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 36%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 3% | 22% | 35% | 2% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,418 | $3,914 | $1,030 | $439 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 12.7% | 12.7% | 8.1% |
| Number in Default | 42 | 52 | 32 |
| Number in Repayment | 330 | 407 | 395 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $891 | $711 | $711 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $891 | $711 | $711 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $5,616 | $5,301 | $4,941 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,728 | $1,641 | $1,477 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,872 | $10,328 | $9,811 |
| Other Expenses | $3,746 | $3,568 | $3,399 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,371 | $3,568 | $3,059 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $2,619 | $2,352 | $2,188 |
| In-State | $2,619 | $2,352 | $2,188 |
| Out of State | $7,344 | $6,942 | $6,418 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $17,237 | $16,248 | $15,398 |
| In-State | $17,237 | $16,248 | $15,398 |
| Out of State | $21,962 | $20,838 | $19,628 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $5,990 | $5,563 | $5,247 |
| In-State | $5,990 | $5,563 | $5,247 |
| Out of State | $10,715 | $10,153 | $9,477 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 25,191 Undergraduate: 25,191
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 12,637 Female: 12,554
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 12,637 Female: 12,554
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 11,139 Part-Time: 14,052
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 11,139 Part-Time: 14,052
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 1,799 | 7% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 3,086 | 12% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 987 | 4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 6,560 | 26% |
| Ages 20-21 | 4,629 | 18% |
| Ages 22-24 | 3,673 | 15% |
| Ages 25-29 | 3,109 | 12% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1,649 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1,183 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,866 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1,187 | 5% |
| Age Over 65 | 344 | 1% |
| Age Unknown | 4 | 0.02% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,147 | 589 | 558 |
| Faculty Status | 794 | 300 | 494 |
| Tenured Faculty | 245 | 245 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 794 | 300 | 494 |
| Primarily Instruction | 794 | 300 | 494 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 29 | 29 | - |
| Other Professionals | 47 | 45 | 2 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 277 | 215 | 62 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 81 | 74 | 7 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 42 | 41 | 1 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $90,244 (242) | $91,212 (120) | $89,293 (122) |
| Instructor | $90,244 (242) | $91,212 (120) | $89,293 (122) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $100,598 (58) | $103,261 (19) | $99,301 (39) |
| Instructor | $100,598 (58) | $103,261 (19) | $99,301 (39) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $88,710 (300) | $90,293 (139) | $87,344 (161) |
| Instructor | $88,710 (300) | $90,293 (139) | $87,344 (161) |
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 430 | 261 | 169 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 402 | 247 | 155 |
| Baseball | 32 | 32 | - |
| Basketball | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Football | 80 | 80 | - |
| Soccer | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Softball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Swimming and Diving | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Tennis | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 63 | 38 | 25 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Volleyball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Water Polo | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Badminton | 16 | - | 16 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $31,738 | $29,508 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $4,898 | $1,925 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Football | 11 | 11 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 10 | 10 | - |
| Soccer | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Swimming and Diving | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Tennis | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Water Polo | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Badminton | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 53%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 22%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 56% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 56% |
| Female | 57% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 90% |
| Unknown | 38% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 1 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | - |
| Robbery | 1 | 1 |
| Burglary | 32 | 28 |
| Vehicle Theft | 2 | 1 |
- Reviewed on: February 24, 2012
Flag Review - Rating:
- I'd say De Anza gets an average grade. It is affordable and provides the basic college education you need to transfer to a bigger school to finish a degree. One good thing is that it attracts some younger, enthusiastic teachers.
