The County of San Mateo has partnerships in offering accessible, accelerated and diverse degree programs with neighboring colleges to meet the unique needs of working adults. These opportunities, along with the multitude of colleges and universities in the Bay Area, give San Mateo County employees the opportunity to select a program that will meet their own academic goals. These partnerships include:
California State University, East Bay offers degree programs, including Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Public Administration. To learn more about the Master's program, contact the Academic Programs and Graduate Studies Office at (510) 885-3286 or by email at apgsstudentservices@csueastbay.edu. For further information regarding the Bachelor's degree program, contact Amanda Segura at (510) 885-3980 or by email at amanda.segura@csueastbay.edu.
Cañada College offers Associate's degree programs. To learn more about this program, contact Heidi Diamond at (650) 306-3460 or email at diamondh@smccd.edu. You can also contact Mayra Arellano at (650) 306-3166 or email at arellanom@smccd.edu. To find out more about this program, please click on this link.
Claremont Lincoln University (CLU) offers County of San Mateo employees, and their family members, 10% tuition discounts on all CLU masters, bachelor’s, or certificate programs. Combined with the County’s tuition reimbursement benefits, this partnership creates a unique opportunity to advance your education at a heavily discounted cost. Claremont Lincoln University (CLU) is a nonprofit, accredited, online institution dedicated to unlocking the potential of emerging leaders. Designed for nontraditional, mid-career professionals, CLU equips students to create meaningful change within their organizations and communities. With flexible, 100% online programs, tuition under $20,000 before discount, 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and an engaging online community, CLU delivers an educational experience that integrates learning into everyday practice. Students apply their knowledge in real time, developing the skills to lead with purpose, empathy, and impact in as little as 13 months. Start your journey with CLU today! Contact Yesenia Figueroa @ 909-667-4414 or by email at yfigueroa@claremontlincoln.edu for more information.
College of San Mateo offers Associate's degree programs. To learn more about this program, contact Beverley Madden at (650) 574-6538 or email at maddenb@smccd.edu. You may also contact Estela Garcia at (650)574-6646 or email at garciastela@smccd.edu.
At DeVry University, you can choose from associate, bachelor's, and master's degree programs within five distinguished colleges—Business & Management, Engineering & Information Sciences, Health Sciences, Liberal Arts & Sciences, and Media Arts & Technology. Earn a degree in Accounting or Finance, and enter some of the fastest-growing fields in today's marketplace. No matter which field you're interested in, you can earn your degree at DeVry University that can help open doors to your career success. Along the way, you have options. With more than 95 locations in major metropolitan areas across the country, DeVry University makes it easy to find a location near where you live or work. Plus, all five DeVry University colleges also offer online degree programs. So you can take your classes anywhere you have internet access. DeVry University updates its on campus and online degree program offerings regularly to serve the interests of our students and their future employers. Visit http://www.devry.edu/degree-programs/colleges-degree-programs-overview.html for information or contact Michael Dobkin at mdobkin@devry.edu or (916) 513-6014.
Golden Gate University offers Bachelor's and Master's degrees, as well as online courses that cater to the needs of working adults. Additionally, Golden Gate offers a fast-track, eighteen month completion of a Master's degree. For additional information, contact Sophy Son at (415) 961-6402 or email at sson@ggu.edu.
Menlo College Professional Studies Program offers a 30% discount to County, City, Nonprofit, and Special District Employees. Menlo College has an accelerated evening program in Management for working adults. To learn more about this program, contact Michael Castro at michael.castro@menlo.edu or Cindy McGrew at cmcgrew@menlo.edu.
National University offers many degree programs, including an online Master's and Bachelor's degree in Public Administration. Employees can enroll any time and take courses at their own pace. To learn more, contact Reginald San Pablo at (408) 236-1101 or email at rsanpablo@nu.edu.
Notre Dame de Namur University offers a Master's program in Public Administration. It also offers an evening Bachelor's Degree in Human Services which prepares professionals in the profit and nonprofit sectors, including health and human services, mental health organizations, law enforcement, health care, fire safety, emergency personnel, human resources and other government and community advocacy programs. To learn more, contact Kaitlin Aparocio at (650) 508-3665 or email at kaparicio@ndnu.edu for information on the Master's program.
San Francisco State University offers degree programs, which include Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Business and Public Administration. To learn more about its Master's degree in Public Administration, contact Dr. Genie Stowers at (415) 817-4457 or email at gstowers@sfsu.edu. For additional information regarding its Bachelor's degree, contact Student Outreach Service at (415) 338-3954.
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco (UC Law) formerly known as UC Hastings, offers San Mateo County employees a $75 application fee waiver and 25% off tuition for its Master of Studies in Law (MSL) program. Combined with the County’s tuition reimbursement benefits, this partnership provides a valuable opportunity to gain specialized legal knowledge at a significantly reduced cost. UC Law SF is a prestigious, accredited institution offering flexible part-time and fully online pathways tailored for working professionals. The MSL program is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their understanding of the law without becoming practicing attorneys. With courses led by experienced faculty, students gain practical legal insights and tools to navigate complex regulations, contracts, and policies in their organizations. Graduate in as little as two years while advancing your career and broadening your impact. For more information, contact msl@uclawsf.edu or visit this flyer to learn more about this opportunity.
University of Phoenix offers Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral degrees. Its classes are offered on campus and online to meet the current needs of working students. To learn more about its degree programs, call a Bay Area Campus enrollment advisor, at 866-354-1800, or www.phoenix.edu.