SAN DIEGO MESA COLLEGE (Mesa)
- 7250 Mesa College Dr
- San Diego, CA 92111
- OPEID College Code: 00127500
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- General Phone: (619) 388-2604
- President: Rita Cepeda
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 23,211
- College Alias: Mesa
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San Diego Mesa College is the largest of three two-year community colleges in the San Diego Community College District in Southern California. The other two community colleges in the district are San Diego City College and San Diego Miramar College. The district also includes six Continuing Education campuses that offer non-credit classes in life skills and enrichment. The Continuing Education Educational Cultural Complex (ECC) at Mesa offers classes that lead to associate degrees and certificates.
Like its two counterparts, San Diego Mesa College offers associate degree and certificates in occupational programs. Mesa students who wish to transfer to four-year universities to complete a bachelor's degree, can choose from many academic transfer programs in the arts and sciences. Because of its excellent faculty and diverse programs, Mesa College has one of the highest transfer rates in the state.
Mesa College, which opened in 1998, has a beautiful campus with state-of-the-art science labs, an athletics complex and athletic fields, a theatre, fine arts facilities and a Learning Resource Center.
Mesa College is a smoke-free campus, and is committed to preventing the health risks associated with exposure to second-hand smoke. Students and visitors who choose to smoke must do so beyond the campus perimeter. Mesa College is also a Green Campus, with many programs that support eco-awareness and sustainability. Some past events include the Eco-Awareness Series of lectures and events, the EnviroClub Student Recycling program, an Organic Gardening program, Tecolote Canyon Day, and more.
History
San Diego City College was founded in 1914 as San Diego Junior College. It was the first community college in San Diego, and the third community college established in the State of California. San Diego Mesa College opened in 1998, as part of the San Diego Community College District.
Academics
The academic calendar for San Diego Mesa College follows the semester format, with fall, spring and summer semesters.
Colleges and Schools
- School of Arts and Languages
- School of Business, Computer Studies and Technologies
- School of Health Sciences / Public Service
- School of Humanities
- School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
- School of P.E./Health Education and Athletics
- School of Social/Behavioral Sciences and Multicultural Studies
Student Life
There are numerous student clubs and organizations on the Mesa College campus available for student involvement. Student clubs include performance groups, an honors program, service learning, and several groups that focus on academic, cultural or political interests.
Student services at Mesa College include the Learning Resource Center, which provides audiovisual services, a Center for Independent Living, a library and the High Tech Center. Additional services include a career center, counseling, disability support programs, a foster youth program, health services, testing, orientation, tutor centers, a transfer center, veteran student services, and more.
There are also special programs such as Study Abroad, and the Freshman Year Experience.
Traditions
The San Diego Mesa College school colors are blue, gold and white. The school mascot is the "Olympians."
Athletics
The San Diego Mesa College "Olympians" athletics teams compete in 20 men and women's intercollegiate sports, including:
Men's Sports:
- Badminton
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
Women's Sports:
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
Satellite Campuses
San Diego Mesa College has one campus. However, there are two other community colleges in the San Diego Community College District: San Diego City College, and San Diego Miramar College. There are also several sites throughout the San Diego metro area that provide classes through the Continuing Education program within the district.
Community Life
The San Diego Community College District reaches out to business and industry in a variety of ways. The Corporate Council is an advisory opportunity, allowing local business people to provide input into the education process that the district follows to train San Diego's workforce. The Partnerships Program creates strong ties with the region's significant military community, and its technology, transportation, hospitality and business sectors.
- 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
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.sdmesa.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 Urban-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
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.sdmesa.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: Mesa Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 49%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 5% | 27% | 47% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,333 | $4,029 | $851 | - |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 7.2% | 6.1% | 7.8% |
| Number in Default | 38 | 35 | 51 |
| Number in Repayment | 521 | 566 | 646 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $658 | $512 | $586 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $658 | $512 | $586 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $5,074 | $4,808 | $4,490 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,638 | $1,566 | $1,422 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,872 | $10,152 | $9,936 |
| Other Expenses | $3,996 | $3,870 | $3,348 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,140 | $3,870 | $3,330 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $2,296 | $2,078 | $2,008 |
| In-State | $2,296 | $2,078 | $2,008 |
| Out of State | $6,712 | $6,374 | $5,912 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $17,164 | $16,100 | $15,292 |
| In-State | $17,164 | $16,100 | $15,292 |
| Out of State | $21,580 | $20,396 | $19,196 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $6,436 | $6,092 | $5,338 |
| In-State | $6,436 | $6,092 | $5,338 |
| Out of State | $10,852 | $10,388 | $9,242 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 23,211 Undergraduate: 23,211
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 11,039 Female: 12,172
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 11,039 Female: 12,172
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 5,178 Part-Time: 18,033
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 5,178 Part-Time: 18,033
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 221 | 1% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 2,684 | 12% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 1,393 | 6% |
| Ages 18-19 | 4,285 | 18% |
| Ages 20-21 | 4,201 | 18% |
| Ages 22-24 | 4,350 | 19% |
| Ages 25-29 | 4,100 | 18% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1,791 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 993 | 4% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,239 | 5% |
| Ages 50-65 | 786 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 73 | 0.3% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,089 | 482 | 607 |
| Faculty Status | 880 | 286 | 594 |
| Tenured Faculty | 198 | 198 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 880 | 286 | 594 |
| Primarily Instruction | 880 | 286 | 594 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 14 | 14 | - |
| Other Professionals | 12 | 12 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 183 | 170 | 13 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 121 | 111 | 10 |
| Skilled Crafts | 1 | 1 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 7 | 7 | - |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $71,120 (229) | $71,666 (115) | $70,569 (114) |
| Instructor | $71,120 (229) | $71,666 (115) | $70,569 (114) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $88,151 (47) | $92,181 (23) | $84,289 (24) |
| Instructor | $88,151 (47) | $92,181 (23) | $84,289 (24) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $71,291 (276) | $72,292 (138) | $70,290 (138) |
| Instructor | $71,291 (276) | $72,292 (138) | $70,290 (138) |
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 406 | 268 | 138 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 380 | 253 | 127 |
| Baseball | 27 | 27 | - |
| Basketball | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Football | 80 | 80 | - |
| Soccer | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Softball | 19 | - | 19 |
| Swimming and Diving | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Tennis | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 65 | 46 | 19 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Volleyball | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Water Polo | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Badminton | 5 | - | 5 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $16,523 | $18,231 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $4,206 | $3,049 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Baseball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Basketball | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Football | 11 | 11 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 10 | 10 | - |
| Soccer | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Softball | 6 | - | 6 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | - | 5 |
| Swimming and Diving | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Tennis | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Volleyball | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Water Polo | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Badminton | 4 | - | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | - | 3 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 45%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 17%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 24% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 21% |
| Female | 26% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | - |
| Unknown | 34% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Drug Related | 2 | 11 |
| Liquor Related | 1 | 4 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | 4 | - |
| Burglary | 8 | 3 |
| Vehicle Theft | 21 | 13 |
- Reviewed on: February 29, 2012
Flag Review - Rating:
- I wish there was more school spirit here. The campus is okay, but parts of it are really run down. It needs to be updated, and they just hiked up some of the fees. The teachers are good, so I guess it's worth it.
