CSM Rankings

Current Rankings

College of San Mateo is consistently ranked as a top community college.

UniversityHQ, 2025
#2 Best Associate Degree Colleges in California

Wallet Hub, 2025
#6 Best Community Colleges

College Futures Foundation, 2025

#8 Two-Year ROI in California (Golden Returns)

Campaign for College Opportunity, 2025
Pathway Champion of Transfer

Niche Best Colleges, 2026
#1 Best Online Colleges in California
#4 Best Community Colleges in San Francisco Bay Area
#6 Best Community Colleges in California
#10 Best Online Colleges in America
#18 Best Community Colleges in America
#29 Best AANAPISI Schools in America
#29 Best Hispanic-Serving Institutions in America