Community Colleges

Students earn IT degrees, industry training & certifications through continuing education at CIAT

Together, CIAT and community colleges around the nation are helping students find personalized pathways to successful IT careers. Students take advantage of CIAT’s simplified transfer and application process to translate their community college experience into an accredited online IT degree.

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San Diego Community Colleges

CIAT welcomes students from the San Diego Community College District – Mesa College, Miramar College, and City College. Active students and graduates of the SDCC District are automatically pre-approved for a transfer scholarship and accelerated acceptance.

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College of the Sequoias

College of the Sequoias is a two-year California community college offering educational and enrichment programs for the residents of its district in Tulare and Kings counties. Sequoias Community College District provides excellent higher education in a spirit of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Active students and graduates of the College of the Sequoias are automatically pre-approved for a transfer scholarship and accelerated acceptance.

Merced College

Situated in the sunny heart of California’s agricultural Central Valley, Merced College empowers students through education and workforce training with robust certificate and degree programs. Active students and graduates of Merced College are automatically pre-approved for a transfer scholarship and accelerated acceptance.

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College of the Canyons

An innovative institution of excellence, College of the Canyons is a public community college in Santa Clarita, California. Active students and graduates of College of the Canyons are automatically pre-approved for a transfer scholarship and accelerated acceptance.

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Contra Costa College

Nestled in the rolling hills of San Pablo, Contra Costa College provides exemplary educational services to students and cultivates a culture of academic excellence, diversity, community, and innovation. Active students and graduates of Contra Costa College are automatically pre-approved for a transfer scholarship and accelerated acceptance.

Request To Join the CIAT Community College Partner Network

The CIAT Academic Partnerships Division’s mission is to forge impactful and lasting collaborations with corporations, educational institutions, the military, and the community. We are dedicated to fostering a dynamic ecosystem that bridges the gap between academia and industry, empowering individuals with cutting-edge knowledge and skills, and driving innovation to shape a brighter future.

Schedule an appointment today to discuss how a partnership with CIAT can benefit your organization.

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2022 BEST CYBERSECURITY PROGRAMS

CIAT has been awarded top ranking status two years running in Intelligent.com’s Best Cybersecurity Program review, highlighted as “Best For Industry Certifications”. Evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment.

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE AWARD

EC Council, the world's largest cybersecurity technical certification organization, awarded CIAT the Circle of Excellence Award two years in a row for our Certified Ethical Hacker certification training courses and career-ready curriculum.

MILITARY-FRIENDLY

We believe you deserve an education worthy of your service. CIAT welcomes military veterans, active duty service members, and spouses using the Post 9/11 GI Bill®, Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E), Active Duty Tuition Assistance, and MyCAA.

FULLY ACCREDITED

We have high standards and we believe you should too. CIAT has proudly earned accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET) listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.

2021 Best Cybersecurity Programs

2021 BEST CYBERSECURITY PROGRAMS

CIAT has been awarded top ranking status in Intelligent.com’s Best Cybersecurity Program review, highlighted as “Best For Industry Certifications”. Evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment.

2018 Academic Circle of Excellence award badge

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE AWARD

EC Council, the world's largest cybersecurity technical certification organization, awarded CIAT the Circle of Excellence Award two years in a row for our Certified Ethical Hacker certification training courses and career-ready curriculum.

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MILITARY-FRIENDLY

We believe you deserve an education worthy of your service. CIAT welcomes military veterans, active duty service members, and spouses using the Post 9/11 GI Bill®, Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E), Active Duty Tuition Assistance, and MyCAA.

Fully Accredited School

FULLY ACCREDITED

We have high standards and we believe you should too. CIAT has proudly earned accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET) listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.

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Request an appointment with one of our IT expert Admissions Advisors for personalized guidance on building your education plan. You’ll be able to book an appointment instantly for a time that fits your schedule. 

Enrollment Deadline - July 24, 2023!

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