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Public Higher Education is almost an oxymoron these days. But, unlike some other states, higher education has deep roots in California. Where California public high Schools’ have failed, their Universities continue to succeed. California’s central Valley is home to a number of top ranked Universities. Cal (University of California Berkley) is the original University of California. The UC system now includes prestigious universities such as UCLA, UC Santa Barbra, and UC San Diego. Although there have been many protests against budget cuts and UC Regents spending, the reputation of these institutions unquestionable. The Statewide system is also preceded by its reputation. SDSU (San Diego State University), SFSU (San Francisco State University), Cal State Long Beach, and San Jose State , are all top ranked colleges. Community colleges in California are also a great place to continue your education. Modesto Junior College , is the second oldest college in California. Community colleges offer flexible schedules and lower tuition fees than Universities, which make higher education accessible to more people.

Modesto Junior College has kept its roots in the community. With centers dedicated to training employees for local businesses or firefighter training and continuing education, MJC is dedicated to playing an active role in the community. Community consciousness and responsibility is one of the great things about California’s Central Valley. Located in the most Northern part of the Central Valley, Modesto has the best of both worlds. Reserve an area hotel in Modesto for a night and experience its community and culture. Stay and visit the myriad of higher education institutions located within such close proximity of each other.

The UC and State Systems are comparable to the Ivy League schools of the east Coast. While not all are as prestigious as Harvard and Yale, in no other state are there so many institutions so close together. Most States have one state school and a few private colleges. California is doing something right.

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