San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley - Skyline College

Learn. Explore. Inspire. Achieve.

At Skyline College, we believe in your optimism, we are inspired by your passion, and we are driven by a commitment to empower you to achieve your educational goals. Our beautiful campus is home to resources that allow you to make the most of your college experience.

We know that education is a lifelong pursuit, one that begins long before college and continues long after, so the faculty and staff of Skyline College strive to create opportunities for learners at every level, and at every age, that can lower the barriers to higher education.

For over 50 years, Skyline College has transformed a global community of learners, and in turn, you have transformed the world around you for the better. Together, with this commitment in mind, there are no limits to what we can achieve.

Why Skyline College

We know you have a choice when it comes to studying internationally, and we also believe that Skyline College will provide you with a transformative experience that you will remember for the rest of your life. 

The San Francisco Bay Area & Silicon Valley

The Bay Area is known for its natural beauty, liberal politics, affluence, diversity, and technology. Skyline College is located between the world class city of San Francisco and the high-tech capital of the world, Silicon Valley, and it is situated minutes from the Pacific Ocean, great hiking areas and beautiful national parks.

Partnerships with Top Universities

Skyline College boasts excellent transfer opportunities to the University of California (UC), the California State University (CSU), and private colleges. Our university partners include more than 140 four-year institutions, with the majority offering Transfer Admission Guarantees (TAG) and transfer scholarships. 

Your Success is Our Priority

Our outstanding student support services and friendly staff are dedicated to supporting a growing international student population. At Skyline College, you will have access to free tutoring, state-of-the-art computer labs, a spacious library, and award-winning faculty who are committed to your success.