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Contra Costa College is proud of its vibrant campus scene. We have a lot of awesome things to do and some pretty great places to be.

Things to Do
With more than 25 student clubs, a robust roster of campus-wide events, and championship-winning athletic teams, you’ll find plenty of ways to connect with new people and experience the Comet spirit.

Places to Be
Our recently transformed campus has several ‘linger and learn’ spaces. From our student lounge to the library or our STEM center, you’ll find several comfortable places to study on your own or meet up with classmates or get help with your coursework.

We love sharing our campus with community members and prospective students—come check out our programs and services!


News & Student Stories

CCC’s Comet Data Academy Named Finalist for Prestigious 2027 Bellwether Award

A faculty and staff development program is earning national recognition for turning data into meaningful improvements for students. Contra Costa College’s (CCC) Comet Data Academy has been named a finalist for the 2027 Bellwether Award, a national award recognizing innovative programs and practices at community colleges. Announced October 29 by the Bellwether College Consortium, the […]
Data Academy Meeting

Contra Costa College Honored With 2026 Black EdCellence Award

Contra Costa College (CCC) has been recognized with the California Association of Black School Educators’ (CABSE) 2026 Black EdCellence Award “in recognition of groundbreaking leadership in advancing education equity for Black students.” CABSE is dedicated to advancing educational equity and excellence, particularly for Black students. Its annual Black EdCellence Awards celebrate educators and educational leaders […]
CCC grads with staff

Congressman Honors Dean Dr. Mayra Padilla as Woman of the Year

Contra Costa College Dean Dr. Mayra Padilla was named one of California’s 8th Congressional District’s 2026 Women of the Year by Congressman John Garamendi. The annual awards recognize exceptional women from Contra Costa and Solano counties whose leadership, service and volunteerism have improved the quality of life in their communities. Dr. Padilla was honored for […]
Dr. Mayra Padilla
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Contra Costa College has several facilities available for rent to the general public. Tours are available upon request.

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Since 1967, our Foundation has been working to increase financial support for CCC students and help ensure the college’s long term stability.