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Our Mission

Between our two colleges, the West Valley-Mission Community College District serves 20,000 students every year across numerous communities. We support students in reaching their goals and aspirations.

By the Numbers

More than 20,000
students served

About 350,000
residents in District

115
associate degree programs offered

137
certificate programs offered

Our Values

Our mission is to provide outstanding educational programs and services that are responsive to our diverse students and communities.

We offer free tuition to all residents living within our District service area. Learn more.
All students can also receive free parking, free health services, free technology, and free childcare.
We strive to continually create a positive impact on our region. Learn more about how we do this with our Strategic Initiatives.

Our History

1963

West Valley Joint Community College District is established

1964

143 acres in Saratoga are purchased for the West Valley College campus and, later, the District offices

1975

New Mission College campus opens its doors in Santa Clara

1989

District name is changed to West Valley-Mission Community College District

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