Providing necessary services and resources to assist students in achieving their educational goals. Fostering a spirit of cooperation and team work in carrying out the educational program, including needs assessment, planning, budgeting and evaluation. Providing a process of improvement and renewal for all staff, programs and services through evaluation, research and development. The College is also approved by the Office of the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges and the Veterans Administration for training veterans and their dependents. All academic programs, assessment and support services are available to local employers through the College's Corporate Training and Economic Development program.
Courses carry full college credit and are scheduled according to employer requirements.
The total 164 acre parcel was acquired in 1970. Between 1975 and 1979, a Mission College Interim Campus was located at the Jefferson Intermediate School, Santa Clara. Mission College prides itself in providing an environment conducive to diverse learning approaches. The campus' unique architecture fosters interaction among students and faculty, thus enhancing the learning environment. The District recognized its responsibility to maintain academic excellence, nurture individual development and enrich the community.