Foothill + De Anza are ranked #1 and #2 for transfer success among all community colleges in California and #1 for admission and transfers to the University of California (UC)
Community College? What is
Whether it’s your goal to begin your studies with us and then transfer to a top university, experience the excitement of Silicon Valley, change the course of your life...or all of the above, your pathway to success starts here!
At Foothill College or De Anza College, you will complete the first two years of your Bachelor’s degree program and then transfer directly into the third year
at virtually any university in the United States and beyond. After two more years of study, you will be awarded your Bachelor’s degree by the university. The transfer process is possible because of our outstanding reputation, guaranteed admission, and articulation agreements with over 130 universities. Give us two years of your time, and we’ll give you the education you need to achieve your dreams.
years at Foothill or De Anza College years at a prestigious university a Bachelor’s degree at half the cost
WHY STUDY AT A COMMUNITY COLLEGE?
Did you know that community colleges are:
High quality
The quality of instruction and the curriculum are comparable to courses taught during the first two years at a university
Flexible
Our admission requirements are flexible, and the SAT or perfect high school marks are not required, even if you plan to transfer to many prestigious universities
Affordable
By completing the first two years of study at a community college, you can cut the cost of studying in the U.S. by half or more
Personalized
Class sizes, one-on-one interaction with your professors, hands-on projects, internships, and research opportunities are available during your first two years
Choosing to attend a community college was one of the best choices that I have ever made. The instructors are helpful, approachable, and friendly. The supportive environment enabled me to excel. At the same time, I gained a greater understanding of what I wanted to study because I had the flexibility to choose from a variety of classes. With the help of the excellent resources available to me as an international student, I was able to transfer to UC San Diego.”
Vasil (Vasco) Yasenov, Bulgaria
Transfer: UC San Diego, Business | Ph.D., UC Davis, Economics
Post-Doctoral Fellow, Stanford University
Popular
Nearly 50% of American students who complete a Bachelor’s degree program begin their studies at a community college
Versatile
You can explore your different interests and find your passion by enrolling in a wide variety of courses before deciding on a major
“I can truly say it was everything I could hope for, a home away from home. I got to meet people from all over the world and have found myself a family here with people from different backgrounds. I chose Foothill to start my undergraduate degree, to gain valuable life experiences and to get better opportunities. I can truly say I have gained both.”
Shruti Venkatesh, India
Transfer: UCLA, Communications
FOOTHILL + DE ANZA ARE RANKED :
#1 community college District for graduation and transfer in California (collegemeasures.org)
#1 large community college (De Anza College) and #1 medium community college (Foothill College) in California (edsmart.org)
#1 for acceptance and transfer to the University of California (UC) (UC Information Center) #1 community college District in California for return on investment (valuecolleges.com)
#1 safest community college District in California (stateuniversity.com)
#2 in the U.S. for educating international students (International Institute of Education)
FOOTHILL + DE ANZA BY THE NUMBERS:
Established for over 60 years and fully accredited by WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges)
Average class size of 27
Over 3,400 international students from over 85 countries, representing a 10% international student population
100% of our classes are taught by professors and not by teaching assistants
TRANSFER SUCCESS!
Transfer Admission Guarantees and Preferred Admission
Our agreements with prestigious universities help make the process seamless!
University of California (UC)
University of California, Davis
University of California, Irvine
University of California, Merced
University of California, Riverside
California State University System (CSU)
University of California, Santa Barbara
University of California, Santa Cruz
University of California, Berkeley (Pathway Program)
23 campuses, including San Diego State University, San Jose State University, California State University Long Beach, San Francisco State University, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
Other Universities
American University of Paris (FH only)
Arizona State University
California Lutheran University
Cogswell College
Golden Gate University
Menlo College
University of California, Los Angeles (Preferred admission TAP through Foothill College Honors Program to College of Letters & Sciences)
37 campuses including Stillman College, Fisk University, Dillard University Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Additionally, we offer over 130 articulation agreements that ensure your course work at Foothill or De Anza will count toward your Bachelor’s degree! Please see our website for a complete list of our university partners.
Mills College
Notre Dame de Namur University
Palo Alto University
Pepperdine University
Saint Mary’s College of California
Santa Clara University
University of the Pacific University of San Francisco (preferred admission)
Whittier College ...and many more!
The counselors and professors here are very helpful, friendly, and supportive. The counselors hold straightforward workshops and are very patient when explaining the transfer process. Professors are always willing to provide recommendations and guidance. Since everyone is talking about transferring, the atmosphere here is very motivating.”
Lia Yiu, China | Transfer: UC Davis, B.A. Design
EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES
Transfer Success - International Student University Matriculations
CALIFORNIA PUBLIC
UC Berkeley
UC Davis
UC Irvine
UC LA
UC Merced
UC Riverside
UC San Diego
UC San Francisco
UC Santa Barbara
UC Santa Cruz
Cal Poly Pomona
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
CSU Bakersfield
CSU East Bay
CSU Fresno
CSU Fullerton
CSU Humboldt
CSU Long Beach
CSU Los Angeles
CSU Northridge
CSU Sacramento
CSU San Marcos
CSU Sonoma
CSU Stanislaus
San Diego State University
San Francisco State University
San Jose State University
CALIFORNIA PRIVATE
Academy of Art University
Art Center College of Design
California College of the Arts
California Institute of Technology
California Lutheran University
Chapman University
Claremont McKenna College
Claremont School of Theology
Dominican University
Golden Gate University
Hult International Business School
Loma Linda University
Loyola Marymount University
Marymount California University
Menlo College
Mills College
Montessori Teacher Education Center
Pacific Union College
Palo Alto University
Pepperdine University
Saint Mary’s College
Santa Clara University
Stanford University
United Christian Seminary
University of La Verne
University of the Pacific
University of San Diego
University of San Francisco
University of Southern California
OUT OF STATE
Adler College
American College of Forensic Studies
Arizona State University
Ashford University
Ball State University
Barry University
Bellevue University
Bentley College
Berklee College of Music
Boston College
Boston University
Brandeis University
Brigham Young University
Brigham Young University – Hawaii
Brown University
Caldwell University
Calvin College
Carnegie Mellon University
Case Western Reserve University
Cedarville University
City University of Seattle
Colorado School of Mines
Columbia University
Cornell University
Columbia College Chicago
CUNY Baruch
CUNY Brooklyn
CUNY Hunter College
Drexel University
Embry – Riddle Aeronautical University
Emerson College
Emory University
Flagler College
Florida International University
Fordham University
Full Sail University
Georgia Institute of Technology
Georgia State University
George Washington University
Hampshire College
Hawaii Pacific University
Indiana University – Bloomington
Indiana University – Purdue
University Indianapolis
Iowa State University
Johns Hopkins University
Loyola University – Chicago
Manhattan College
Michigan State University
Minnesota State University
MIT
Minot State University
Montana State University
The New School – Greenwich College
New York University
Northeastern University
Northern Illinois University
Oregon State University
Pennsylvania State University
Pensacola Christian College
Pittsburg State University
Portland State University
Pratt Institute
Purdue University
Rose Hulman Institute of Technology
Rutgers University
Santa Fe University of Art and Design
Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)
School of Art Institute of Chicago
School of Visual Arts NYC
Seattle University
SUNY Albany
SUNY Binghamton
SUNY Brockport
SUNY Buffalo
SUNY Geneseo
Swarthmore College
Syracuse University
Temple University
Tufts University
The Ohio State University
University of Alabama
University of Arizona
University of Chicago
University of Colorado – Boulder
University of Delaware
University of Georgia
University of Guam
University of Hawaii at Manoa
University of Houston
University of Houston – Victoria
University of Illinois – Chicago
University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign
University of Florida
University of Maryland
University of Massachusetts –Boston
University of Michigan – Ann Arbor
University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
University of Nevada – Las Vegas
University of Nor th Carolina –
Chapel Hill
University of North Texas
University of Northern Iowa
University of Oklahoma
University of Oregon
University of Rochester
University of South Florida
University of Tampa
University of Tennessee
University of Texas – Austin
University of Texas – Dallas
University of Utah
University of Virginia
University of Washington
University of Wisconsin – Madison
Virginia Tech
Wartburg College
Wellesley College
West Virginia University
Westminster College
Wheaton College
Yale University
NON U.S.
Charles University
City University of London
Linköping University
McGill University
Swiss Hotel Management School
Temple University, Japan
The American University of Paris
University of Amsterdam
University of British Columbia
University of Guelph
University of Leicester
University of Melbourne
University of Sydney
University of St. Andrews
University of Toronto
University of Victoria
Would you like to study in a friendly, peaceful atmosphere?
Located in the community of Los Altos Hills, near Stanford University and Google’s headquarters, you’ll find Foothill College’s beautiful, park-like campus. The American Institute of Architects has twice honored Foothill for its outstanding design, calling it the “most beautiful community college ever built.”
On-campus, students will find an award-winning Physical Science, Math, and Engineering (PSME) complex, multimedia labs, a library, athletic facilities, two theaters, an observatory, and much more. Academically, Foothill offers a popular Honors Program with preferred admission to UCLA, as well as a unique focus on service leadership and sustainability. Popular activities include the Research and Service Leadership Symposium and the Business Innovation Challenge.
foothill.edu
I was impressed by the availability of professors, their passion, and dedication. One of the reasons why I was academically successful at Foothill was that I was well taught and guided by my teachers. Also, the students here— from a wide variety of cultures and experiences—made learning fun. I did not have trouble blending into the cosmopolitan community since the staff and teachers were helpful and welcoming, always providing guidance and support.”
Daniel Vignon - Ivory Coast | Transfer: MIT, Mechanical Engineering | Ph.D. University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, Civil Engineering
Do you thrive while studying in a fastpaced, welcoming environment?
Located in Cupertino, near Apple’s headquarters, De Anza College’s campus offers a lively and engaging atmosphere, blending Spanish and modern architecture. As the larger of the two colleges, De Anza offers distinctive facilities such as the Cheeseman Environmental Studies Center, the Euphrat Museum of Art, California History Center, television, animation, and film studios, athletic facilities, a library, the Fujitsu Planetarium, and much more.
Academically, De Anza is well known for social action and student and community engagement through initiatives as the Vasconcellos Institute for Democracy in Action (VIDA). Popular activities include the Euphrat Museum of Art Student Art Show and watching the Coast Conference all-sports trophy winning athletics teams.
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“I benefited from the wide variety of rigorous classes offered at De Anza. I’ve received wholehearted support from my professors and the staff throughout my entire academic journey. The professors are all passionate about what they are teaching, and they never shy away from offering their support to students. I also got involved on campus as the President of the Honors Club. Having the opportunity to meet people from around the world in my classes and extracurriculars added to my positive experience.”
Peihan Huo, China | Transfer: Brown University, Applied Mathematics
LIVE AND STUDY IN SILICON VALLEY, CALIFORNIA!
Our location, in the heart of Silicon Valley, south of San Francisco and west of San Jose, is known for innovation, creativity, diversity, and safety. With more than 6,000 companies surrounding our campusesincluding Google, Apple, Facebook, Tesla, LinkedIn, Netflix, Adobe, NASA Research Labs, and more - you’ll be at the center of it all. In fact, Forbes Magazine has named San Francisco and San Jose as top cities for young professionals, attracting the best and the brightest here. Our neighboring communities of Los Altos, Mountain View, Cupertino, and Sunnyvale are consistently ranked as some of the safest in the United States. Oh, and did we mention that there are 300 sunny days a year with an average temperature of 21 degrees Celsius?
San Francisco
State University University of San Francisco
The location in Silicon Valley adds to the academic experience. It exposes you to a wide range of cultures, people, and beliefs. Being in the middle of the innovation, including guest speakers in my classes and field trips to companies, is an added benefit. I also enjoy the atmosphere of the Bay Area as there is a lot to do, from exploring the city to hiking in nature.”
Thomas Öfverström, Finland Transfer: UC Berkeley, Economics
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
LOS ANGELES, CA
Adjusting to college life and life in America is easy due to the amount of international and open-minded people in the Bay Area. I have made friends with people from different cultures, but at the same time, I have found my community here too. People are friendly, and I feel safe and never isolated or alone.”
Diego
Chávez, El Salvador Current student, Environmental Science
THINK OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM
We believe that learning should also be fun. We provide you with opportunities to develop new friendships while establishing a global network with your fellow students. Develop leadership skills and make a difference by joining student government, one of our many clubs and organizations, taking part in activities, or trying out for one of our athletics teams!
STRONG ACADEMICS
At Foothill + De Anza, you'll learn in a rigorous academic environment, using state of the art laboratories and the latest technology. Our faculty are nationally recognized for their excellence in the classroom and beyond. They have earned degrees from top universities such as Stanford, Harvard, MIT, UC Berkeley, UCLA, Yale, Cambridge, Dartmouth, Princeton, and many others. They include Fulbright scholars, California Professors of the Year, and other top professionals and award winners in their fields.
WE SUPPORT OUR STUDENTS
Both colleges offer student support services to assist you in achieving your academic and personal goals. Our support services on both campuses include:
• International Student Programs (ISP) providing orientation, immigration advising and workshops, activities, and other services
• International student academic counseling and education planning
• University Transfer Center providing workshops, resources, and university representative visits
• Free tutoring services in most subjects, math and writing centers, and academic skills workshops
• Health Services Center
I was worried about my English skills before I arrived in the U.S., and it was a relief when I realized that I had no reason to be so concerned. On-campus, I received support from faculty who were patient and helpful. The professors and my classmates made me feel comfortable speaking and contributing my viewpoint to class discussions. I also took advantage of the free tutoring on campus, which helped improve my essay writing.”
Saad
Jamal Zaatarah, Jordan Transfer: University of San Francisco, Business
• Psychological Services
• Disability Support Programs and Resource Center
• Learning communities including an Honors Program, Humanities Mellon Scholars, VIDA, Umoja, Puente, First Year Experience, and others
• Pass the Torch Peer tutors
• Internships and partnerships with Silicon Valley companies and universities
• Campus Abroad programs
Our Alumni Are Doing Great Things
STEVE WOZNIAK
Apple Inc. Co-Founder De Anza College
Transfer:
• UC Berkeley (B.Sc. Electrical Engineering and Computer Science)
KIRILL DMITRIEV
CEO Russian Direct Investment Fund & President of ICON
Private Equity
Foothill College
Transfer:
• Stanford University (B.S.)
• Harvard University (M.B.A.)
What does the co-founder of Apple, an Academy Award winner, and the Chancellor of UCLA all have in common? They are all alumni of Foothill + De Anza!
DR. GENE D. BLOCK
Chancellor at UCLA
Foothill College
Transfer:
• Stanford University (B.A. Psychology)
• University of Oregon (Ph.D. Psychology)
JOHN OTTMAN Academy Award
Winning Film Editor Bohemian Rhapsody
De Anza College
Transfer:
• USC (BFA Film Production)
DR. DJ PATIL
Former U.S. Chief Data
Scientist & Senior Fellow at Harvard’s Belfer Center
De Anza College
Transfer:
• UC San Diego (B.A. Mathematics)
• University of Maryland College Park (Ph.D. Applied Mathematics)
CHEN DER LOW
Stanford University Hospital Neurology Department Foothill College
Transfer:
• University of Pennsylvania (B.S. Nursing)
• Duke University (Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine)
INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITIES
Join our international students who have taken advantage of internship and post-study opportunities in the fields of art and design, business, computer science, education, engineering, health sciences, history, psychology, veterinary science, and many others!
Recent internship and post-study work sites include Uber (software engineering), Stanford University, Disney World, Apple, JP Morgan Chase, MercedesBenz, Synopsys, Virgin America, Clover, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, Atomic Labs, Bay Area Healthcare Center, San Jose State University, iHealth Labs, Fortinet, Docomo Innovations, SnapDNA, Adobe Animal Hospital, Los Altos History Museum, Hyde Park Investment Services, and more!
My internship at Stanford University’s Etkin Lab has helped me improve my communication and leadership skills—which no doubt has made me more confident and wellrounded as an individual. The opportunity to learn about research processes, brain-scanning technologies, and data coding in a real-life lab allowed me to apply what I’ve learned in my classes to real-life situations. Working alongside Stanford faculty and graduate students was invaluable and it was a lot of fun!”
Pavini Sethi, Thailand
Transfer: UC Berkeley, Psychology + Math
Popular Majors
Accounting
Administration of Justice
– Cyber Forensics & Investigation (DA)
– Law Enforcement (DA)
Advertising (DA)
Anthropology
Archaeology (FH)
Art
Art History
Athletic Injury Care (FH)
Automotive Technology (DA)
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics (FH)
Biology
Biological Sciences
– Pre-Dentistry
– Pre-Medicine
– Pre-Pharmacy
– Pre-Veterinary Science
Biotechnology
Botany (DA)
Business Administration
–International Business
– Management
– Management –Hospitality (DA)
– Marketing Management
Chemistry
Child Development
Communication Studies
Computer Aided Design (DA)
FH = Foothill College only DA = De Anza College only
Computer Information Systems
Computer Science
Dance (DA)
Dental Assisting (FH)
Drama
Early Childhood Education
Economics
Engineering
–Aerospace
–Biomedical
–Chemical
–Civil
–Computer
– Electrical
– Materials
– Mechanical
– Software
English Literature
Enterprise Networking
Entrepreneurship
Environmental Hor ticulture & Design (FH)
Environmental Science (DA)
Environmental Studies (DA)
– Energy Management/
Building Science
– Resource Management/ Pollution Prevention
– Wildlife Science Technician
Film, Television, & Electronic
Media (DA)
Film/TV Production (DA)
–Animation (DA)
–Film
–Screenwriting (DA)
– TV Emphasis (DA)
Foreign Languages
– Mandarin
–French
–German
–Italian (DA)
– Japanese
–Spanish
Game Design (FH)
General Studies
–Science
–Social Science
Geography
Geographic Information
Systems (FH)
Geology
Global Studies
Graphic & Interactive Design
History
Humanities
Instructional Design & Technology (FH)
Intercultural Studies (DA)
International Studies
Japanese Studies (FH)
Journalism (DA)
Kinesiology
Liberal Arts
Linguistics
Massage Therapy (DA)
Mathematics
Music
Music History
Music Technology (FH)
Nanoscience
Paralegal Studies (DA)
Paramedic (FH)
Personal Trainer (FH)
Pharmacy Technician (FH)
Philosophy
Photography
Physical Education (FH)
Physics
Political Science
Pre-Law
Pro Tools Specialist (FH)
Psychology
Public Health (FH)
Public Relations
Real Estate
Social Justice (FH)
Sociology
Speech Communication (DA)
Sports Medicine (FH)
Statistics
Theatre Arts (FH)
Theatre Technology (FH)
Veterinary Technology (FH)
Web Development (DA)
Women’s Studies
AFFORDABLE TUITION
At Foothill + De Anza, we are invested in your success. That’s why we offer affordable tuition rates, cutting the cost of a U.S. bachelor’s degree by half or more. Our fees reflect our longstanding commitment to making high-quality education more affordable.
Estimated Annual Tuition and Fees for Three Quarters (10 months/One Academic Year)
Tuition & Fees
(12 units per quarter. Additional units - $280 per unit)
$10,080.00
$1,527.00
$1,500.00 Estimated Housing (Based on FHDA Student housing, double occupancy, for 10 months at $1030/month) $10,300.00 Estimated Meals & Spending Money $3,500.00
Estimated Total Cost Per Academic Year $26,907.00
Visit www.international.fhda.edu
Submit your online application and all required documents, including the payment of a $75 application fee.
Required documents:
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Scan of the biographical (photo) page in your passport
Proof of English proficiency (choose one): TOEFL 61 ibt/IELTS 5.5/Duolingo 95 DET/iTEP Level 4. Please visit our website for a complete list of English proficiency waivers
All high school/secondary school transcripts and college or university transcripts (if applicable only)
Confidential Financial Statement, documentation (this step can be completed post admission)
Is your English test score below our minimum requirements for full admission? You can apply for our Summer Intensive English program. Successful completion of the program guarantees full admission to the fall quarter. You may also choose to be conditionally admitted and enroll in English language courses offered at one of our partner language schools. For a full list of our partners and requirements, please visit our website.
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