College of Alameda is a small, friendly community college noted for the excellence of its academic, vocational, and student support programs. The college is situated on a beautiful park-like campus on the island city of Alameda, offering the quiet of a suburban setting in a bustling urban environment. The college is located just minutes from downtown Oakland and San Francisco, California.

College of Alameda’s academic programs enable our students to transfer to four-year colleges and universities, earn degrees and certificates in academic and occupational fields, prepare for positions in the workforce, improve their basic learning skills and expand their general knowledge. Click on programs listed at left to find out more.

Transfer Programs

You can fulfill all lower-division university general education requirements at College of Alameda, then transfer to a California State University (CSU) or University of California (UC) campus or a four-year private university.

The Transfer Center will facilitate your personal contact with representatives from local four-year colleges and universities, and counselors will help you decide on the combination of courses most suited to your transfer plans and goals.

Vocational Programs

College of Alameda’s award-winning vocational programs leading to an Associate in Arts or Science degree or a Certificate of Achievement include:

• Apparel Design and Merchandising
• Business/Accounting/Office Administration
• Computer Information Systems
• Dental Assisting
• Transportation Technology - (Auto Body & Paint, Automotive Technology, Aviation Maintenance and Diesel Mechanics)
  

English as a Second Language

College of Alameda’s ESL program features small classes, experienced and caring instructors, free weekly practice workshops and a lab for ESL practice.

Basic Skills

College of Alameda works with students to develop their basic English and mathematics skills through grant-supported innovative programs and a lab for basic skills practice and tutoring.

Mail this page