Pierce College

Pierce is a two-year public college, providing opportunities for occupational training, transfer education and learning about life. Students earn an Associates Degree upon graduation. Pierce College was founded in 1947 and is fully-accredited. It is located on 426-acres, in the western San Fernando Valley. Pierce offers state-of-the-art equipment in the science and athletic buildings. There is a 226-acre farm on the west side of campus, for agricultural students. The farm features an equestrian center and small herds of cattle, sheep and goats. Many students transfer to one of the schools in the UC, California State or a private university to earn a bachelor's degree.