- De Anza's multicultural community provides a welcoming and supportive environment for all students. We have an excellent International Student Program, serving nearly 800 students from all over the world. Students of all ages come to De Anza to learn, discover and improve the quality of their lives. Our support services for students with disabilities have become models for other community colleges.
School Highlights
De Anza College serves 17,425 students (49% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 46:1 is higher than the state community college average of 44:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 17,425 students
- In-state tuition: $1,542
- Out-state tuition: $8,247
- Student-teacher ratio: 46:1
- Minority enrollment: 80%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
De Anza College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 378 teachers has declined by 43% over five years.
De Anza College
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1967
Colors
Blue and Gold
Total Faculty
378 staff
72 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of De Anza College has declined by 34% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 46:1 has increased from 28:1 over five years.
The De Anza College diversity score of 0.74 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
17,425 students
6,838 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
46:1
44:1
# Full-Time Students
8,455 students
1,022 students
# Part-Time Students
8,970 students
5,816 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
128 students
390 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
8,455 students
967 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
8,970 students
5,798 students
% Asian
40%
12%
% Hispanic
24%
46%
% Black
3%
7%
% White
20%
23%
% Two or more races
5%
5%
% Non Resident races
6%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
6%
Diversity Score
0.74
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
67%
42%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$48,800
$32,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,542 is more than the state average of $1,236. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,247 is more than the state average of $6,577. The out-state tuition has declined by 23% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,542
$1,236
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,247
$6,577
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
69%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,500
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$6,272
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Don
- De Anza offers two-year transfer programs and high-demand career programs leading to an Associate in Arts or an Associate in Science degree. In addition, certificates of completion, achievement and proficiency are awarded upon satisfactory completion of certain vocational programs that require less than two years of study. The college is known for its dynamic student activities program, which features successful intercollegiate athletic competitions, intramural team sports, more than 40 student clubs and an active student government. De Anza receives official recognition from the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The Special Education Division offers a comprehensive program in our Computer Access Lab serving the computer related needs of students with disabilities. The state-funded High Tech Center Training Unit is a training and support facility for community college programs in assistive technology.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does De Anza College cost?
De Anza College's tuition is approximately $1,542 for In-State students and $8,247 for Out-State students.
What is De Anza College's ranking?
De Anza College ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges, Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.
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