Founded in 1967 through legislation concerning State Higher Education, California Community Colleges today have the distinction of being the largest in the world. California Community Colleges are under the umbrella of a system providing 2-year public-institutions. There are 109 Campuses spread throughout 72 districts.

Its course offerings focus on vocational, remedial, associate and certificate degrees. Units earned Community Colleges may be later credited should the student prefer to continue his education in the state college of in the University of California. Campus Sites are very scenic and conducive to academic learning. Students often get employed with the institutions themselves after graduating, where they help the community achieve its advocacy. This is actually the purpose of California Community Colleges. One advantage of these Colleges is its very local orientation. Another one is the wide-choice of programs to choose from. There are many reasons why a student may want to enter a Community College. For one thing, it provides the perfect conditions for students who are not emotionally, academically and economically prepared for University education. 80% of students in Community Colleges are employed in part-time jobs.

Adult Education classes are taught at night in Community Colleges or at the Local High School. California Community Colleges also offer education in transition for Veterans of Military Service. In recent times, Distance Learning Courses are also offered, perfect for those who have commitments at home. The education is also very cheap. Community Colleges only charge 18 Dollars per unit and offer free use of facilities including Gyms and Libraries.

Campus Life in Community Colleges rarely has any difference with any other college, although these Community colleges normally dont provide dormitories for their students. Annual Athletic events are also held for students. You may find that students in Community Colleges tend to have more colorful personalities and lives.

The California Community College System, although begun only in 1967 is similar to the education given beyond high school (but not collegiate) in 1907.