Welcome to De Anza College!
The Office of Outreach is here to provide information and support – whether you're
a future student who's thinking about applying to De Anza or a new student in your first or second quarter at the college.
Visit our "Contact Us" webpage for information about our office hours and how to reach us in person, by phone or
on Zoom.
Future Students
Here's What You Should Know About De Anza!
We're Tops in Transfer
De Anza consistently ranks at the top in the state for the number of students who transfer to the University of California, California State University and other four-year
schools.
At De Anza, you will find vibrant student life, state-of-the-art facilities, supportive learning communities and helpful student services.
Academic Support
De Anza has extensive student services to help you succeed, including tutoring, a Transfer Center and special programs for first-time college students – such as First Year Experience, Summer Bridge and Math Performance Success.
Diverse Student Body
De Anza attracts students from all background and communities around the Bay Area,
and from all around the world. You’ll find a network of friends in our Learning Communities and other programs that promote equity for all.
De Anza College Promise
If you’re worried about paying for college, our Financial Aid Office can help. And with the De Anza College Promise, eligible students get FREE tuition and fees for two years.
And More!
De Anza has all kinds of services for students, plus great arts programs and championship sports, too.
APPLY NOW
Attention: New Students!
Make a strong start in your first quarter!
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We recommend that all new students complete our short Orientation program as early as possible. You'll get answers to many of your questions about classes, registration, student services and more. You'll also get help completing
your preliminary educational plan.
We offer orientation through live workshops on Zoom, or through an online course that
you can complete at your own pace.
Learn more
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If you need to speak with an academic counselor, we are here for you. All new students can speak with one of our Outreach counselors by phone
or Zoom video. (Before you see a counselor, we recommend going through Orientation first, since it's likely to answer many of your questions.)
Use our online scheduling system to book an appointment, or you can see a counselor
without an appointment during our "drop in" hours on Zoom. Visit our Outreach counseling webpage for details.
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Have you applied for the De Anza College Promise? Eligible students can get FREE tuition and fees for two years – up to 15 units per quarter. To apply for the Promise, you must submit the FAFSA
(Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or the California Dream Act Application.
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If you haven't already done so, you should check to make sure you've completed the assessment process for Math and English (or English as a Second Language). Assessment is a requirement for priority enrollment and it helps you select the classes that are right for you.
The good news is: We no longer require placement tests! Under new policies, most students can be
assessed on the basis of their high school transcripts.
You can check MyPortal to see your placements for Math and English or ESL. If you don't see your placements
listed, you'll need to follow a few easy steps to complete the assessment process.
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De Anza has numerous programs and services to help you achieve your goals. We recommend that you connect with these programs as soon as you can, for valuable support that will help you make a good start in college!
Disability Support Services: If you have a disability, be sure to contact our DSS office to find out about accommodations
and resources available to you.
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Learning Communities: Want to join a supportive network of classmates, instructors and advisers? With a dozen Learning Communities on campus,
it's easy to find one that's right for you.
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Extended Opportunities Programs and Services: Our EOPS office supports low-income or disadvantaged students with services such as early registration, personal and academic counseling, transfer
assistance and, in some cases, financial grants.
Learn more
Resources for Basic Needs: You'll find helpful resources for food, housing, transportation and financial emergencies
on our Basic Needs webpage.
Learn more
More Resources
You'll find important resources and helpful information on these webpages:
Are You ...
A high school or adult school student who's interested in taking college classes while you're still in high school?
Visit our Dual Enrollment webpage.
An international student who wants to know more about studying at one of California's leading colleges? Visit
our International Student Programs webpage.
An undocumented student who has attended a California high school? You may qualify for exemption from out-of-state
tuition rates under the California law known as AB 540.
Office Hours
Regular hours
- Monday - Thursday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Fridays: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
We are located in the Registration and Student Service Building (RSS) 127. You can also reach us by email at outreach@deanza.edu or by calling 408.864.8327. Parents' questions are welcome, too.
Current students: Please include your 8-digit CWID when you email us, so we can respond more quickly.
