De Anza College
About De Anza College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
De Anza College sits in Cupertino, across the street from Apple, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Business, the sciences and psychology are its largest programs, and it is one of the strongest transfer colleges in California.
Founded
1967
Location
Cupertino, California
Students
15,264
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
67.7%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$1,571
Out-of-state: $12,596
Avg Net Price
$6,642
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$56,596
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
67.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
76.4%
Transfer Out
7%
Teaching Quality
24:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
36.2%
$/Student
$5.1K
Class Size
Large
67.7% of students graduate within 4 years, above the national average of 44%. Look into advising and tutoring resources to make sure you stay on track.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,571
In-State
$12,596
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,795
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,975
After Financial Aid
$6,642
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,887
Receive Grants
17.5%
Take Loans
2.7%
Tuition is $1,571/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,642.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at De Anza College fund their education.
While in School
17.5%
Get Grants
Free money
2.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,482
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$5,625
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$60/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $5,625, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends De Anza College.
Gender
48.1%
Female
52%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
15,264
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
52.1%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
28.5%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (48% women, 52% men). 52.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 8.4% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
15,264
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
De Anza College fields 10 varsity teams with 316 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
316
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
66% / 34%
207
Men
109
Women
7
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of De Anza Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$56,596
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$75K
362 grads
4yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$71K
223 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
188 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
171 grads
Social Sciences, General
$51K
136 grads
4yr Earnings
Computer Science
—
127 grads
Graduates earn about $43K six years out, growing to $57K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.