College of the Desert
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Primary Address
43500 Monterey Ave.
Palm Desert, CA 92260
College of the Desert is an essential part of the world’s largest system of higher education. The college was founded in 1958 and opened its doors for the first time in September 1962. As a two-year college, it offers transfer students an affordable option for starting college and transferring to a four-year institution.
College of the Desert Contacts Directory
Career Education
Career education certificates and training courses
Career Education offers a pathway to success that allows you to learn by exploring, collaborating, and doing from expert instructors and industry professionals.
Financial Aid
Grants, scholarships, loans and more
Find out how to save money with financial aid options, like grants, scholarships, and loans to help pay for your education.
Transfer Center
Counseling, resources, and support
Preparing students to transfer to participating four-year colleges and universities.
Jessica Belman
Transfer Center Specialist
AFRICAN AMERICAN MALE EDUCATION NETWORK & DEVELOPMENT
A²MEND
Enhancing the cultural and educational experiences of African American and other students.
Dr. Jermaine Cathcart
Professor Sociology / Black Student Success Center Co-Coordinator
BASIC NEEDS
Food, Housing, and Transportation
Get additional support to help remain focused on your education and your success. Find information on basic needs support services such as food pantries, housing, tutoring and transportation.
Jocelyn Vargas
Manager for Basic needs Center
Black Student Union
Challenging, enlightening and encouraging awareness and excellence in Black students.
Dr. Jermaine Cathcart
Professor Sociology / Black Student Success Center Co-Coordinator
COLLEGE CORPS
Meaningful opportunities to help fund your education
You can join thousands of other college students across the state in making a difference in your community while receiving hands-on training, and earning up to $10,000 to help pay for college. Learn more and apply now.
Foster Youth Services
NextUp - For Foster Youth Student Success
Offering services and support for eligible current and former foster youth.
Undocumented, AB 540 eligible student resources and services
Resources for Dreamer Students
Giving answers and support to undocumented students of all nationalities and backgrounds.
Elizabeth Tamayo
Outreach Specialist
VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER
For Military Connected Students
Providing various types of aid, benefits and support for current servicemembers and veterans.
Serving Those Who Have Served
Donni Prince
Veterans Resource Specialist, VA School Certifying Official
College of the Desert offers more than a degree. They offer a path to the life you want.
Agriculture Business, Sales and Service
Accounting
Computer Information Systems
Construction Inspection
Registered Nursing
Licensed Vocational Nursing
Psychology, General
Child Development Administration and Management
Civil and Construction Management Technology
Plant Science
