San Diego Miramar College (Miramar College or Miramar) is a
public
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community college
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in
San Diego
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, California. It is part of
San Diego Community College District and the
California Community Colleges
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system. The college is
accredited
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by the
Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
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(ACCJC).
The college was established in 1969. It services 14,000 students annually and offers 70 associate degrees and 90 career technical education certificates. The college is home to the Southern California Biotechnology Center, Advanced Transportation and Energy Center and the San Diego Regional Public Safety Institute.
Notable alumni
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Brian Awadis (FaZe Rug): YouTube personality
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Phil Esbenshade (Phil E.): Professional skateboarder/Musician/Attorney
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Jerry Sanders: San Diego Mayor
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Adam Pearce
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: Professional Wrestler
References
External links
Official website
Universities and colleges in San Diego
California Community Colleges
Universities and colleges established in 1969
Schools accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges
1969 establishments in California
Two-year colleges in the United States
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