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De Anza College

Type 2 year, Public
Campus locale City: Small
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Quarter
Student body size Medium
Student to faculty ratio 27 to 1
Students retention rate 79%
On-time graduation rate 69%

Located in Cupertino, California, De Anza is a public, institution that offers undergraduate degrees. De Anza operates on a quarter-based calendar system, dividing the academic year into four terms.

One of the notable aspects of De Anza College is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

De Anza College is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

De Anza boasts an impressive student retention rate of 79% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 85% and 61%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges

In-State Tuition & Fees

$1,562

Cost of attendance at De Anza College in 2022 for students from California.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $6,749
National average $4,604

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$10,787

Cost of attendance at De Anza College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $20,840
National average $8,757

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 73 of freshman students at De Anza College received on average $4,655 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$4,655
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 706 28% $5,000 $3,529,975
Other Federal Grant 827 33% $5,081 $4,201,620
State Grant/Scholarships 1,805 72% $2,370 $4,278,622
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 20 1% $970 $19,400
Total Grant & Scholarships 1,826 73% $4,655 $8,499,642

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of De Anza College students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of De Anza College students is 69.2%. Female students graduated at a rate of 71.5%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 67.3%.

69.2%

  • asian 79.1% 755 students
  • African American 51.2% 21 students
  • white 69.4% 206 students
  • unknown 80.0% 4 students
  • hawaiian 28.6% 2 students
  • hispanic 47.5% 294 students
  • International Students 78.9% 367 students
  • Mixed Race 72.1% 80 students

Service Offerings

De Anza College provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

De Anza College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training

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