Vocational & Higher Education
Sonoma County is home to a well-attended, four-year institution, Sonoma State University, as well as a high performing community college, Santa Rosa Junior College. As a member of the California State University system and accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Sonoma State has been recognized as a “Best Regional University” by U.S. News and World Report and is dedicated to providing its students a quality liberal arts and science education. Santa Rosa Junior College has also been received by both the community and the nation as one of the top 100 two-year colleges in the nation. Numerous students who get there start at Santa Rosa Junior College move forward to further their education at four-year universities.
There are also a number of vocational and trade schools located in Sonoma County. For those interested in gaining more technical and job-specific skills, they may consider one of Sonoma County’s many quality associate and certification program.
Sonoma State University
Website of Sonoma State University, Sonoma County’s public four-year university.
Santa Rosa Junior College
Website of the Santa Rosa Junior College, Sonoma County’s two-year junior college.
Empire College
Website of Empire College, Sonoma County’s private vocational school.
Regional Colleges and Universities
List of regional colleges and universities.
