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Types of Colleges and Universities
University of California (UC) Combines undergraduate
education (leading to a Bachelor degree)
with emphasis on graduate program (Master
and Doctor degrees) and research. Relatively inexpensive for
California residents. UC San Diego (UCSD)
is one of the 10 universities in the University of California system.
California State University (CSU)
Emphasizes undergraduate education (leading to a
Bachelor degree) but also offers
Master degrees. Professors spend more
time in the classroom and less time on research than those in the
University of California system. Emphasizes preparation for specific
careers. Relatively inexpensive for California residents.
San Diego State University (SDSU) and
CSU San Marcos are two local
universities in the 23-campus California State University system.
California Community Colleges (CCC)
Offer a wide range of academic and employment preparation programs
leading to a Certificate, Associate
degree, or transfer to a university. Very
low cost and open to virtually all California residents.
San Diego City College is a
California Community College. |
Private Colleges and Universities
Colleges and universities that are not funded by public taxes, sometimes
also called "independent." Each university is unique with its own
programs, majors, and degrees. Some offer academic programs grounded in
a specific religion or philosophy. Others offer programs in only one
discipline, such as the arts or technical degrees. Others specialize in
providing continuing education to working adults. Usually smaller and
more focused in academic emphasis than public universities.
Historically Black Colleges and
Universities (HBCU's) Usually have a majority
African-American student body, although students of all races attend
them. May be private or out-of-state public schools. Most are located in
the southern United States.
Out-of-State Colleges and
Universities Colleges and universities that are not
in California. May be public or private. Usually are more expensive for
out-of-state residents than those who live and pay taxes in the state. |
