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San Diego Community College District Continuing Education's Educational Cultural Complex (ECC) also offers classes leading to associate degrees and certificates.

The mission of the San Diego Community College District is to provide accessible, high-quality learning experiences to meet the educational needs of the San Diego community. The San Diego Community College District serves approximately 100,000 students each semester through three two-year colleges and seven Continuing Education campuses. The three colleges, San Diego City College, San Diego Mesa College, and San Diego Miramar College, offer associate degrees and certificates in occupational programs that prepare students for entry-level jobs, and arts and sciences programs that transfer to four-year colleges and universities. The Continuing Education campuses offer adults the opportunity to renew their learning experiences through noncredit vocational, basic skills, life skills, and enrichment classes at sites throughout the city. A number of special programs are unique to the city, including KSDS-FM all-jazz radio, the Center for Competitive and Applied Technologies, and the Workplace Learning Resource Center. The San Diego Community College District is governed by its five-member, locally elected Board of Trustees and three student members serving on a rotating basis. Shared governance activities involve faculty, students and staff in the development of solutions to key policy and budget issues. The five trustees are elected in even-numbered years to four-year terms by the voters of San Diego. The Chancellor, the District's chief executive officer, is responsible for carrying out the policies approved by the Board of Trustees.

Thank you Assemblymember Chris Ward, and Senator Catherine Blakespear, Senator Brian Jones, Senator Steve Padilla and S...
10/21/2026

Thank you Assemblymember Chris Ward, and Senator Catherine Blakespear, Senator Brian Jones, Senator Steve Padilla and Senator Akilah Weber Pierson, M.D. for your leadership and assistance in securing $6.5 million in state funding to accelerate affordable housing production, preservation, and regional capacity.

It is a significant boost for the relatively new San Diego Regional Housing Finance Authority established by the San Diego Community College District and San Diego Unified School District under Senate Bill 440, which allows two or more public agencies to raise, administer, and allocate funding for affordable housing in specific regions.

"Safe, high quality, affordable housing is essential to a thriving regional economy,” said SDCCD Chancellor Gregory Smith. “We are grateful for the state’s investment in establishing a housing finance authority to bring safe, high quality, affordable communities to San Diego.”

The one-time funding is part of a combined $17.5 million allocated to California’s three regional housing agencies, including those serving the Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego. It was included in Senate Bill 113 which was recently signed by Governor Newsom. Collectively, the three regional housing agencies represent more than 20 million California residents.

“We are grateful for the support of our legislators, our philanthropic partners, and our community. We are building the foundation for long-term, collaborative solutions that can expand affordable housing opportunities for working families, educators, and students throughout our region,” said Cody Petterson, Ph.D., San Diego Unified Trustee and Chair of the San Diego Regional Housing Finance Authority. “The state's investment reflects growing recognition that regional collaboration is essential to meeting California's housing needs.”

Locally, the SDCCD and San Diego Unified have already embarked on commitments to provide housing for their employees and students. San Diego Unified recently approved 2,500 workforce homes on five school properties, while the SDCCD has an 800-bed affordable student housing project underway at City College. The district also recently signed a lease agreement to convert a downtown office building into 60-units of apartments for students with partners and dependents.

Did you know that the most recent research indicates that nearly 50% of local college students face food insecurity? Dur...
10/21/2026

Did you know that the most recent research indicates that nearly 50% of local college students face food insecurity? During this month, help us raise money and donate food to local San Diego and Imperial county college students who face food insecurity. Cal Coast Credit Union will match up to $7,500 of contributions made! Make a secure donation in honor of a local community college online before October 31, 2026.

10/21/2026

Our Keeping The Promise giving day is less than a week away.
DYK? One of our incredible donors has generously offered to match giving day contributions up to $25,000. That means your thoughtful gift can go even further in helping students overcome financial barriers and continue their education.
Whether you donate today or October 27, you have the power to help us unlock the full $25,000 match.

10/20/2026

Detained San Diego City College student Renatho Casseus speaks to KPBS about his arrest and the support he's received after being taken into federal custody September 8 near the campus.

10/20/2026

Just ONE WEEK until Keeping the Promise, SDCCD's annual Giving Day!

This year’s theme, Powered by Promise, celebrates the power of community and the belief that every student deserves the opportunity to succeed. As we honor the 10th anniversary of the San Diego Promise, we're reminded that when determination meets support, extraordinary things happen.

Your gift helps students overcome barriers, stay enrolled, and move confidently toward their goals. Together, let's Keep The Promise.

10/20/2026

DYK? Support from generous donors has allowed the San Diego Promise to expand the student populations it serves including:

- Recent high school graduates
- Graduates from San Diego College of Continuing Education
- LGBTQIA+ students
- Undocumented students
- Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Justice impacted students
- Foster youth

Former San Diego Promise student Phoebe Truong, a Mesa College and now an accountant, said: “The Promise is opening doors to so many people from so many populations who otherwise might not have an opportunity. The Promise really is making a difference.”

Thank you for helping us support student success Powered by Promise.

Events celebrating Filipino American History Month continue this week. All events are free and open to the public.TUESDA...
10/20/2026

Events celebrating Filipino American History Month continue this week. All events are free and open to the public.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20
10 to 11 a.m.
Kapet Pandesal: Coffee & Pastries
Start the day with a taste of Filipino culture, coffee, and pastries while connecting with fellow students and making new friends.
City College, BT Lower Quad, 1313 Park Blvd., 92101

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21
11:10 a.m. to 12:35 p.m.
Silent Sacrifices
Explore Filipino American family dynamics and their impact on college and career aspirations with Wellness Counselor Marc Pescadera.
Mesa College, KUP Unity Village I4-201A, 7250 Mesa College Drive, 92111

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22
Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Filipino American History Month Celebration
Celebrate Filipino American History Month with poetry, performances, and food.
College of Continuing Education, Educational Cultural Complex Front Lawn, 4343 Ocean View Blvd., 92113

10/19/2026

The San Diego Promise has been helping students reach their academic goals for 10 years by offering free tuition, academic guidance, and grants for books and supplies. Join us on Oct. 27 for our annual Keeping the Promise giving day and help us show the next generation of Promise students that they too have our support.
Can't wait? Donate today!

10/18/2026

Mark your calendar: Oct. 27
Our Keeping the Promise giving day is 9 days away. Every student deserves the opportunity to pursue their goals without financial barriers standing in the way.

Your support helps fund free tuition and essential student success services that keep students connected, supported, and on track to graduate.

Invest in the transformative power of education.

10/17/2026

Our giving day Keeping the Promise is just 10 days away.
Since 2016, the San Diego Promise program has provided more than free tuition to nearly 20,000 students.

Students Powered by Promise receive additional support from book grants, academic counseling, and mentors who help them navigate college and build a brighter future.

Your gift helps ensure students have both the resources and the support system they need to succeed.

Your donation can help power the next generation of students.

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3375 Camino Del Rio S
San Diego, CA
92108

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+16193886914

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