ALAMEDA, CA – Today, the Peralta Community College District (PCCD) unveiled its latest accomplishment under an ambitious, multimillion-dollar capital improvement plan: completion of the New Center for Liberal Arts (Building H) at the College of Alameda. The nearly 54,000 square foot, building offers specialized facilities for programming in the divisions of Liberal Studies and Language Arts, and Career and Workforce Education, and Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math with classroom space in a variety of academic disciplines. This success was preceded by a successful bond refinance earlier this year that saved taxpayers $5 million and earned the District a higher credit rating from Moody’s.

Did you know that many high-paying careers don’t require a four-year college degree? Employment options in technical fields are growing rapidly, and the opportunities are plentiful - especially at Laney College. Learn more about what the College offers at the upcoming Virtual CTE Open House and Career Expo on Friday, December 4 from 9:00am - 3:00pm.

The Peralta Community College District is pleased to announce that Berkeley City College, Laney College, and Merritt College are being recognized for their exemplary educational work in implementing the Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) programs by the Campaign for College Opportunity.  

All four of the Peralta Colleges are fully accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) and remain so during a probationary period that began in January 2020.  We are pleased to report that the colleges of Peralta Community College District are making progress on removing their probationary status.   

Are you interested in becoming a Mentor in the College of Alameda Puente Program?

Every year, the CoA Puente Program recruits individuals to offer insight, provide guidance, and share their experiences in college and on their chosen career path to Puente students. Mentors also help students experience the professional world, and provide assistance developing professional networking skills. 

Dr. Rudy Besikof appointed President of Laney College and Dr. Nathaniel Jones III appointed President of College of Alameda

The last day to vote in the upcoming election is Tuesday, November 3, and there are a variety of options to make sure your voices are heard!

Help us celebrate College of Alameda's 50th anniversary!

Since 1970 College of Alameda has held classes on its expansive 62-acre campus at the intersection of Webster Street and Ralph Appezzato Memorial Parkway in the beautiful City Island of Alameda.

College of Alameda has helped tens of thousands of Alamedans, as well as students from around the world, with their college education during the past 50 years. Join us and celebrate our history and learn about our exciting vision for the next 50 years!

During a year marked by incredible challenges, CoA is grateful to have a reason to celebrate - and invites you to join in on the fun in a variety of ways:

Did you know that as part of a CoA library subscription, Peralta students, faculty, and staff can access the New York Times for free?