College of San Mateo (CSM) is a 2-4 year, public school located in San Mateo, CA. It is classified as medium Associate's college by Carnegie Classification

The CSM's 2024 tuition & fees is $1,332 for California residents and $11,384 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 41% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $4,131.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 7,512 and the students to faculty ratio is 21 to 1 (4.76%).

College of San Mateo is accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of College of San Mateo is $1,332 for in-state students and $11,384 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $1,289 for California residents and $13,567 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$1,332$11,384
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$1,289$13,567

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Graduation Rate »47%
Transfer-out Rate10%
Retention Rate81%(full-time), 53% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio4.76% (21 to 1)
Student Population »7,512 (all undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$4,131

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

College of San Mateo offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.

Special Learning Opportunities at CSM
Learning Opportunities
ROTCNo
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationNo
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

College of San Mateo Directory Information

Address1700 W Hillsdale Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94402-3784
Phone650-574-6161
WEBSchool's Website
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Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Type2-4 year, public
Carnegie CategoryAssociate's - Public Rural-serving Medium
Highest Degree OfferedAssociate's degree

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