Located in the heart of
Silicon Valley, California
Home to many of the largest tech corporations in the world.
Where stunning natural beauty
meets a culture of innovation.
2 Colleges + 2 Years
= Unlimited Possibilities.
Why Foothill & De Anza?
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 at your chosen university, you will be awarded your Bachelor’s degree by the university.
High quality instruction and curriculum.
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 more.
Flexible admission requirements
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.
Amazing savings through 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 long standing commitment to making high-quality education more affordable.
Small class sizes
for one-on-one interaction with professors
Small class sizes, one-on-one interaction with your professors, hands-on projects, internships, and research opportunities are available during your first two years.
University Transfer
Our agreements with prestigious universities help make the process seamless! We offer over 130 articulation agreements that ensure your course work at Foothill or De Anza will count toward your Bachelor’s degree!
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!
Student Services
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
International student academic counseling and education planning
University Transfer Center
Free tutoring services
Health Services Center
Psychological Services
Disability Support Programs and Resource Center
Learning Communities
Pass the Torch Peer Tutors
Internships and partnerships with Silicon Valley companies and universities
Campus Abroad programs
Alumni
"I have been studying at Foothill for three years, and it has been a phenomenal experience. I have met new people with different backgrounds almost daily, enhancing my creativity. Also, the academic resources were unlimited at Foothill, and all of the faculty supported international students. I can say that I would not have been admitted to UCLA without their help. By being part of the ISP staff, I developed communication skills, creativity, and leadership.”
Mahiro Nakagawa | Japan
Data Science/Stats
I studied for 2 years at De Anza College. The diverse population on campus, numerous resources and the beauty of the campus has made my life inspiring as a student. The teachers and students are very friendly and supportive. I like the honors program as it has helped me develop critical thinking by diving deeper into the subject and I was also selected as the Vice President of Academics of this program. These kinds of opportunities are given to the students which help us engage with the society, develop communication and leadership skills. I had a great experience and it’s a great place to pursue your education and transfer into your dream university
Mukta Jaiswal | India
Transferred to: UC Davis
Major: Computer Science
"Studying at Foothill College made me independent and taught me to adapt. I experienced high quality teaching and support even though I was at a community college, and this made my transition to the U.S. easier. Access to counselors and the STEM center has enhanced my educational experience. The small class size helped me work closer with my professors which was helpful.”
Arsh Thaker | India
Transferred to: San Diego State University
Major: Computer Science
Austin
Transferred to: UC Berkeley
Major: Computer Science
Foothill College
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.
#1 Safest Community
College in California.
#2 Safest Community
College in the U.S.
Ranked #1 among
medium-sized colleges
in California
"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.
—Daniel Vignon - Ivory Coast | Transfer: MIT, Mechanical Engineering Ph.D. University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, Civil Engineering
De Anza College
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.
Ranked #1 among large community colleges in California
"I benefited from the wide variety of classes offered at De Anza. I've received 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."
—Peihan Huo, China | Transfer: Brown University, Applied Mathematics
Live and Study in
Silicon Valley!
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 campuses - including 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.
Great American Theme Park
Montalvo Arts Center
Sunnyvale Farmers Market
Stevens Creek Trail
Beautiful California
& Beyond
California has it all—world-famous beaches, buzzing cities, breathtaking national parks, and cutting-edge innovation hubs. Whether you're into surfing, hiking, tech, or the arts, there's something here for everyone. It’s the perfect place to study, explore, and live your dream lifestyle.
Santa Cruz
San Francisco
Monterey and Carmel-By-The-Sea
Yosemite
Lake Tahoe
Los Angeles
Sequoia & Kings Canyon
Napa & Sonoma Valleys
